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Advocacy in ADR

Joseph F. Ricchiuti

The author continues this month with his discussion of tips for attorneys presenting medical malpractice cases in alternative dispute forums.

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Advance Disaster Directives for Hospitals

A. Kevin Troutman

With thorough advance disaster preparation, in-house counsel can avert legal problems such as employees' wage-and-hour claims, negligence or wage claims by employees' family members, and patient medical-malpractice claims.

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Update: Courts Still Split on HIPAA and Ex Parte Physician Interviews

James R. Moncus III

Early last year, the author discussed in this publication three decisions from lower courts that had the potential to greatly impact and shape the emerging landscape of the HIPAA <i>ex parte</i> interview debate. The discussion continues herein.

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Off-Label Use of Drugs and Devices: Defending the Physician Image

Off-Label Use of Drugs and Devices: Defending the Physician

Lori G. Cohen & Sara K. Thompson

Physicians who wish to minimize their potential liability for off-label prescriptions of drugs and devices have several tools they may use to position themselves favorably in the event of future litigation. Using these "best practices" will go a long way in helping their defense.

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Advocacy in ADR

Joseph F. Ricchiuti

This article discusses issues counsel must be aware of to be effective advocates in alternative dispute resolution.

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