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Practice Tip: Is <i>Ex Parte</i> Communication with a Physician OK?
July 02, 2014
Because <I>ex parte</I> meetings and discussions with treating physicians can be so informative, they are often seen as invaluable tools for any party permitted to meet with treating physicians. But is this OK?
Med Mal News
June 02, 2014
In-depth analysis of a recent ruling in New Jersey.
Electronic Health Records
June 02, 2014
Patients who remain in an integrated Electronic Health Record (EHR) system benefit from better access to integrated medical information across specialties and locations. However, full benefits are not seen in all cases where such systems have been implemented. What might be causing the problem?
Florida's Statutory Cap on Non-Economic Damages Deemed Unconstitutional
June 02, 2014
Two years passed from the time the Florida Supreme Court heard oral arguments in <I>Estate of McCall v. United States of America</I> until announcement of its decision on March 13, 2014. The constitutionality of limits on medical malpractice awards, one of the benchmarks of conservative tort reform, had divided state and federal courts across the country.
Destroying Evidence?
June 02, 2014
This may come as a surprise, but neither the California Civil Discovery Act nor any case law interpreting the same specifically prohibits the intentional destruction of evidence prior to a lawsuit being filed ' regardless of whether such litigation is being contemplated or even probable.
Drug & Device News
June 02, 2014
Discussion of several key news items of importance to legal practitioners.
Verdicts
June 02, 2014
Two key cases are discussed.
Drug & Device News
May 02, 2014
News items of interest to you and your practice.
Med Mal News
May 02, 2014
An item of interest.
Electronic Health Records
May 02, 2014
While EHRs are here to stay, what are the benefits and risks? Do they create more or less legal liability for medical providers?

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