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The Pitfalls of an Overly Qualified Expert Witness
November 26, 2013
Who is qualified to offer opinions as to what deviation from the standard of care for a general practitioner would be?
The Media
October 31, 2013
While the media creates the impression of an out-of-control tort system, this is out of alignment with actual jury behavior.
Verdicts
October 30, 2013
In-depth analysis of a recent key ruling.
Med Mal News
October 30, 2013
Is there such a thing as "publishing malpractice"? A look at a recent court ruling.
Drug & Device News
October 30, 2013
Analysis of two important news items.
When Med Mal and Mass Tort Claims Overlap
October 30, 2013
Med Mal defense attorneys must also be aware of the potential overlap between malpractice claims and mass tort claims.
NJ's Offer of Judgment Rule
October 30, 2013
The Offer of Judgment Rule (the Rule) is a near universal concept that exists in most jurisdictions. Its However, in its current application, at least in New Jersey, it is ineffectual and pragmatically only available to plaintiffs.
In-Hospital Falls
October 30, 2013
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), each year one in every three "older adults" (65 years and older) falls. According to the CDC's report, in 2010, approximately 21,000 older adults died from unintentional fall injuries. The most common fall-related injuries were fractures of the spine, hip, forearm, leg, ankle, pelvis, upper arm, and hand.
Med Mal News
September 25, 2013
In-depth review of key news items.
Drug & Device News
September 25, 2013
Discussion of several key items.

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