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Physician Migration and Hospital Captives
June 29, 2012
Modifications to health care delivery are changing at a pace that far exceeds anyone's expectations ' and perhaps exceeds our ability to react and respond in a fashion that protects both provider and patient.
Lost in Translation: Electronic Medical Records, HIPAA and Litigation
June 29, 2012
Health care providers and their attorneys must be aware of the risk management issues created by the cross-requirements of HIPAA and HITECH, including how the electronic medical record (EMR) will be viewed and interpreted in the event of litigation.
<b><i>BREAKING NEWS:</b></i> Supreme Court Upholds Health Care Law
June 28, 2012
In a stunning victory for the Obama administration, the U.S. Supreme Court on June 29 upheld the centerpiece of the nation's new health care law ' the so-called individual mandate to buy insurance ' as a constitutional exercise of Congress' taxing authority.
Med Mal News
May 30, 2012
Two recent items of importance.
Verdicts
May 30, 2012
In-depth analysis of recent rulings.
Drug & Device News
May 30, 2012
Several items of key importance are discussed.
Understanding the Basics of Nursing Home Negligence Matters
May 30, 2012
Nursing-home negligence claims are on the rise. Here are the types of claims are most plaintiff attorneys likely to see, and some of the basics they should know about them.
Social Security Determinations
May 30, 2012
In a medical malpractice litigation, should a Social Security Administration (SSA) determination of disability be admitted as evidence? A look at a recent court case.
The Conflict over Medicare's 'Full Reimbursement' Rule
May 30, 2012
If the Medicare beneficiary compromises the tort claim and recovers a reduced amount from the tortfeasor for medical expenses,is the government entitled to full reimbursement of its Medicare payments, or is it entitled (like its beneficiary) to only a proportionate recovery from the settlement?
The Evolving Landscape of Modern Tort Liability
May 29, 2012
While the call for tort reform is a continuing cry by opponents of our civil justice system, the necessity for, and the scope of, reform remains largely debatable.

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