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In-depth discussion of a recent case involving pelvic mesh.

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Analysis of key cases.

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Why Is It So Hard to Find Quality Medical Malpractice Verdict Data?

Eric Frisch

In an era of incredible "big data," the medical malpractice practitioner should ask, "Why are there no accurate, reliable, and statistically valid measurements of malpractice verdicts by subject and jurisdiction?"

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In-depth discussion of two pivotal rulings.

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Entitlement to a Credit for a Settlement Reached in Another Jurisdiction

Robert E. Spitzer & Thomas J. Pyle, Jr.

This article addresses the dynamics of New Jersey's Collateral Source doctrine and defendant physician's entitlement to a credit for a settlement that a plaintiff reached in another jurisdiction.

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Discussion of two major cases.

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Surviving the Medical Malpractice Claim

Kevin M. Quinley

When a doctor or other health care provider learns that he or she is the subject of a medical malpractice suit, one of the first things the defendant will want to do is find the most top-flight legal representation possible. But how can the physician know which defense attorney is the right one for the case?

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Analysis of several major cases.

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Why Is It So Hard to Find Quality Medical Malpractice Verdict Data?

Eric Frisch

In an era of incredible "big data," the medical malpractice practitioner should ask, "Why are there no accurate, reliable, and statistically valid measurements of malpractice verdicts by subject and jurisdiction?"

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