Malpractice

Deepika Srivastava of The Doctors Company explains why the rise of AI in medicine is outpacing the legal system’s ability to manage its risks.

Artificial intelligence is entering exam rooms faster than malpractice law can keep up. Here’s what physicians need to know about how to use these tools without inviting avoidable risk.

As cyberattacks grow more sophisticated, physician practices face mounting risks that can jeopardize patient trust, data security and financial stability.

The Doctors Company warns economic and social inflation are driving higher malpractice costs, fueled by large verdicts and litigation financing.

Our 96th annual Physician Report goes beyond compensation to examine how financial strain, payer complexity and legal risk are shaping the future of medical practice.

A physician and health care attorney breaks down the American Law Institute’s recent restatement of the law of medical malpractice.

U.S. AG Pam Bondi: “Dr. Moore gave his patients a choice when the federal government refused to do so.”

From ghost patients and fake genetic tests to DME laundering rings and opioid pill mills, the DOJ’s 2025 health care fraud crackdown paints a sobering picture of a system under attack — and a federal response gaining traction.

Justice Department charges 324 defendants, including 96 licensed medical professionals, in sweeping nationwide takedown that reveals a surge in transnational, telehealth and opioid schemes.

Daniel Aaron, M.D., J.D., an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, explains how the American Law Institute’s new standard may gradually influence courts and legislatures across the country.

Daniel Aaron, M.D., J.D., an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, explains how the American Law Institute’s new standard may gradually influence courts and legislatures across the country.

Daniel Aaron, M.D., J.D., an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, explains how the American Law Institute’s new malpractice standard could ease one of medicine’s biggest sources of stress: fear of being sued.

Daniel Aaron, M.D., J.D., an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, breaks down how the American Law Institute’s updated framework draws the line between widespread custom and legal accountability.

Daniel Aaron, M.D., J.D., an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, explains what makes a guideline “legitimate” in the eyes of the law, and what physicians and health system leaders should watch for.

Daniel Aaron, M.D., J.D., an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, discusses how the American Law Institute's new medical malpractice standard redefines competent care in everyday practice.

Daniel Aaron, M.D., J.D., an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, explains why custom no longer defines the standard of care.

Daniel Aaron, M.D., J.D., an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, explains why the American Law Institute revised the legal standard for assessing medical negligence.

Medical malpractice insurance needs an update

Daniel Aaron, MD, JD, an associate professor of law at the University of Utah, joins the show to talk about the new legal standard for assessing medical negligence.

The first Practice Academy event of 2025 featured educational sessions on practice leadership, medical malpractice and audit-proof coding.

Study warns that artificial intelligence could increase legal risk and burnout if health systems fail to support doctors.

Occurrence, claims-made and tail insurance explained.

Study warns that artificial intelligence could increase legal risk and burnout if health systems fail to support doctors.

Andrea Greco, SVP of Healthcare Safety at CENTEGIX, breaks down the key legal and regulatory factors medical practices must consider when conducting risk assessments.

Telehealth has more risks than you may realize. Are you protected?