Consent forms can be helpful in some situations, but effective medical practitioner’s defense requires more action than that. Take a look at some common questions about using release or consent forms to lower your risk of potential medical malpractice claims. What is the purpose of a patient consent or release form? If you’re like many…
Many medical practitioners hoped that electronic health records might reduce their exposure to liability as well as improving patient care. On the tenth anniversary of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), it’s appropriate to take a look at the results to date. While HITECH has done an effective job of…
Being accused of medical malpractice could damage or potentially destroy your career. Fortunately, with the right legal help, it is possible to come back from an accusation. You should always build a strong defense, but there are a few things you definitely shouldn’t do while fighting an accusation. Avoiding the following mistakes can help you…