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Tackling a tough one: Senators make progress on malpractice rates 01 Apr 2005 The heart of the proposal is a new screening panel that would evaluate malpractice claims before they go to trial, with the goal of eliminating frivolous claims ... The Register-Guard, Limiting liability 01 Apr 2005 BY JOHN DORSCHNER. A year after being rejected by the Legislature, the University of Miami has a new plan to get relief from malpractice claims. ... Miami Herald, Lawyers see claims dropping, malpractice rates growing Mar 22, 2005 DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- While malpractice claims paid in Iowa shrank in 2003, insurance rates paid by doctors continued to grow, according to a study released ... Sioux City Journal, Lawyers see claims dropping, malpractice rates growing Mar 22, 2005 DES MOINES, Iowa A study released by the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association says that while malpractice claims paid in Iowa shrank in 2003, insurance rates paid by ... WQAD, Federal Agency Reports Steep Jump In Pa. Malpractice Claims Mar 21, 2005 HARRISBURG, Pa. -- A federal agency said there was a steep jump last year in payments for malpractice claims against doctors in Pennsylvania. ... WGAL Channel.com, Malpractice claims increasing rapidly in medical profession Mar 1, 2005 Claims against doctors for botched operations, unprofessional conduct or unauthorised procedures have risen six-fold as more and more dissatisfied patients are ... Legalbrief (subscription), Healthcare Law - Winter 2005 Mar 29, 2005 ...be deemed what they truly are, and the court should not proceed under the pretense that the allegations are legitimate malpractice claims." Id., 2004 WL ... Mondaq News Alerts, Firm Hit With Second Potentially Massive Malpractice Suit Mar 29, 2005 Now, in a second and very similar suit, Royal Indemnity is also lodging professional malpractice claims against Pepper Hamilton and Gagne, as well as two ... NY Lawyer, News brief - Committee delays vote on malpractice bill Mar 31, 2005 The committee was considering a bill yesterday that would have established three-person panels to evaluate malpractice claims and would have allowed the panels ... Concord Monitor, Heart problem ‘caused plastic surgery death’ Mar 26, 2005 ...the New York Daily News. It has reported that 33 malpractice claims have been taken against Sachs. It also highlighted medical authorities ... The Sunday Times, Capitol Watch: Is state's malpractice fund too successful? Mar 28, 2005 Bureau. But that number may be deceiving because malpractice claims take years to wind their way through the judicial system. Big ... The Capital Times, Study finds tort reform not the answer for medical malpractice ... Mar 21, 2005 ...on closed claims. The study found that the per capita number of malpractice claims in 1990 was about the same as in 2003. It also ... Palm Beach Post, Study Calls Medical Malpractice 'Crisis' Into Question Mar 17, 2005 02). Additionally, the report concludes that malpractice claims accounted for just 0.6% of all health care spending in 2002. Ironically ... Austin Chronicle, Deadly confrontation at car wash stuns friends Mar 31, 2005 Stephen Shaw, a chiropractor in Nevada since 1997, has no record of discipline or malpractice claims, according to the Nevada Chiropractic Physicians' Board. ... Las Vegas Review-Journal, Malpractice compromise emerging Mar 26, 2005 The centerpiece of the proposal is a new prescreening panel that would evaluate malpractice claims before they go to trial, with the idea of flagging frivolous ... Bend Bulletin, Medical Board of California Accusation Leads to Surrender of ... Mar 30, 2005 January 6, 2003 and August 26, 2003 without the required transfer arrangement and without the required liability insurance coverage for malpractice claims. ... Community Dispatch (press release) Malpractice reformneeds different focus Mar 21, 2005 TThe Legislature spent untold hours in the last session debating various versions of bills that would change the way medical malpractice claims are handled in ... Nashua Telegraph, “Culture of life� or culture of lies: an exchange with WSWS ... Mar 24, 2005 ...(This is the type of suit that the Bush administration would eliminate if its planned legislation against medical malpractice claims passes Congress in the ... World Socialist Web Site, Tying up loose ends Mar 12, 2005 ...in which Ross claimed that cancer treatments had disfigured his face and that the US judicial system, which dismissed his medical malpractice claims, "is the ... Chicago Daily Southtown, Tort reform signed Mar 29, 2005 Johnson said the reduction of the cap is intended to reduce the number of suits that are filed on behalf of patients with medical-malpractice claims. ... Joplin Globe, Malpractice costs aren'ta real crisis Mar 16, 2005 A comprehensive study of medical malpractice claims in Florida since 1990 shows no sharp increase in lawsuits relative to population growth and a modest ... Tallahassee.com, Medical industry’s ills have complex diagnosis Mar 28, 2005 ...be used against them in court; and the Board of Medicine must review the competency of health care practitioners who have three malpractice claims within 10 ... Virginian Pilot, Doctors, lawyers discuss compromise plan on malpractice reform Mar 26, 2005 Charlie Ringo, D-Beaverton. Bates, a doctor, said preliminary plans call for a new "prescreening panel," which malpractice claims before they go to trial. ... kgw.com (subscription), Lawyers score first in malpractice debate Mar 27, 2005 It sets up a pretrial review system for all malpractice claims, but the claims would be vetted by a single superior court judge, not a full panel, as the ... Concord Monitor, Malpractice Situation Not Dire, Study Finds Mar 9, 2005 ...economic damages, President Bush points the finger at what he calls "a broken medical liability system." But a new analysis of malpractice claims filed over 15 ... Washington Post Lawmakers send Blunt main prongs in pro-business agenda Mar 16, 2005 The bill limiting medical malpractice claims and injury lawsuits passed the House 112-47 and the Senate 23-8. The bill toughening the standards for workers ... Kansas City Star, Husband: ‘ill-fated surgery a surprise for me’ Mar 27, 2005 But Dr Sachs does a particular type of medical work that has a high rate of malpractice claims and the Daily News is ranking him with doctors who work in ... IrishExaminer.com (subscription), Cigarette tax revived to mend Medicaid Mar 29, 2005 Lawmakers are also wary of what they call a "raid" on the patient's compensation fund, which protects health care providers from high malpractice claims. ... Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Mo. lawmakers limit damage awards, workers' comp Mar 16, 2005 Days pointed out that the Department of Insurance reported last year that medical malpractice claims filed and paid had fallen to all-time lows. ... The St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Transcript: John Edwards Talks to Colmes Mar 29, 2005 Tort reform is being contemplated by the Republican Congress, and one of the things they want to do is they want to preclude malpractice claims like the kind ... FOX News Sorting out medical-malpractice issues Mar 2, 2005 If that sounds confusing, how about this: Both initiative campaigns claim that a report on a decade's worth of malpractice claims, released yesterday by the ... Seattle Times STATEHOUSE Doctors seek malpractice caps Mar 24, 2005 Kippax. The Bush administration and many Republicans in Congress have long pushed for a cap on medical malpractice claims. However ... MaineToday.com, Guide allows checkup on doctors Mar 27, 2005 ...online profiling service that allows anyone to check on a doctor's training and status, including past legal actions, criminal offenses and malpractice claims. ... The News-Press, King No Longer Syndicating Scott Bateman's Editorial Cartoons Mar 29, 2005 The tort-reform bill that the president wants would put an end to malpractice claims like the one that's paid for Terri Schiavo's care all these years. ... ... Editor & Publisher No malpractice crisis, report says Mar 2, 2005 ...office. While medical malpractice claims have increased over the past 10 years, they have done so gradually, about 5 percent a year. ... TheNewsTribune.com, Lawsuit Lollapalooza Mar 13, 2005 ...the products they manufacture. Second, there are medical malpractice claims against doctors and hospitals. Finally there are "class ... TAEmag.com, Doc insurer's payouts dip Mar 14, 2005 ...yet. ISMIE Mutual Insurance Co. paid out $150.4 million to cover medical malpractice claims in 2004, down 10% from 2003. Premiums ... Crain's Chicago Business, Plaintiffs had slight edge in area jury verdicts Mar 1, 2005 ...brought legal actions were breach-of-contract and business claims (65) followed by civil rights claims (19), medical malpractice claims (14), products ... Kansas City Star (subscription), Legislative Malpractice Mar 8, 2005 Even with recent inflation, the average doctor’s premiums are less than 4% of his revenues, and malpractice claims amount to only 1/2 of 1% of total ... Blogcritics.org Malpractice issue needs attention, not spin control Mar 3, 2005 ...that grab headlines. But the cost to insurers of defending malpractice claims rose faster than the awards to patients. Cases for ... The Spokesman Review (subscription), In This Debate, It's War By Anecdote Mar 9, 2005 It's even lower -- $30,000 -- when the Federation factors in the 70% of medical-malpractice claims that are dropped or dismissed and result in no indemnity ... BusinessWeek Kaiser Daily Health Policy Report Highlights News Coverage of ... Mar 5, 2005 Washington: The number of medical malpractice claims in Washington increased by about 5% annually over the past 10 years, according to a report released ... Medical News Today, Malpractice payouts in Pa. jumped in 2004 Mar 21, 2005 ...(AP) — Insurance companies and other underwriters in Pennsylvania reported a steep jump last year in payments for malpractice claims against physicians ... Penn Live, No unanimity in reports on tort reform Mar 15, 2005 For those interested in reading the reports for themselves, the study of Texas malpractice claims can be found under the “News� section at www.utexas.edu ... Kansas City Star, Lawsuit factors doubted Mar 10, 2005 But the study, which looked at malpractice claims paid out by insurance companies from 1988 to 2002, concludes that premium increases weren't caused by ... Dallas Morning News (subscription), Democrats weigh in on medical malpractice Mar 15, 2005 ...a package of proposals they say will crack down on bad doctors, toughen regulation of malpractice insurance and overhaul how courts handle malpractice claims. ... Seattle Post Intelligencer Study says medical malpractice crisis is a myth Mar 11, 2005 A new study that examined 15 years of medical malpractice claims in Texas found no evidence of a crisis, and no link between awards to patients and rising ... San Antonio Express (subscription), Initiative ensures specialists are available Mar 28, 2005 As part of the on-call plan, a legal defense program helps physicians with malpractice claims arising from the care they provide while on-call. ... Sun-Sentinel.com, A look at Missouri's legislation limiting lawsuits Mar 16, 2005 The Missouri Legislature gave final approval Wednesday to a bill imposing new restrictions on medical malpractice claims and other injury lawsuits. ... Kansas City Star, Man who killed judge's family sought revenge, had list of targets Mar 22, 2005 ...said a delusional and mentally unstable Ross took revenge for what he perceived to be the malicious handling of his cancer and his subsequent malpractice claims ... Kansas City Star, Lefkow killer's suicide note reveals his hatred, plotting Mar 23, 2005 Investigators have said Ross took revenge for what he perceived to be the malicious handling of his cancer and his malpractice claims. ... Newsday, Capitol Notes, 3/25/05 Mar 24, 2005 After two years of declining payouts for medical malpractice claims, insurance companies in Pennsylvania reported a jump in payments last year. ... Pittsburgh Post Gazette, County committee approves hospital borrowing Mar 16, 2005 If the request is approved by the Board of Legislators, the county will sell $4.5 million in bonds for the hospital to be used to pay off old malpractice claims ... The Journal News.com, Legislators pleased with progress Mar 19, 2005 97-62. The measure limiting medical malpractice claims and injury lawsuits passed the House 112-47 and the Senate 23-8. Members ... Joplin Globe, IN THE PUBLIC EYE New prosecutor is seen as firm, compassionate Mar 14, 2005 The caseload ranged from defending various federal agencies against discrimination claims based on gender and race to malpractice claims against doctors who ... Toledo Blade, Alleged killer scared court staff Mar 16, 2005 ...on Wednesday, nine days after he apparently shot and killed the husband and mother of US District Judge Joan Lefkow, who had dealt with his malpractice claims. ... Lincoln Courier, Some here remember Ross as scary Mar 15, 2005 ...to learn that Ross was apparently the man who shot and killed the husband and mother of US District Judge Joan Lefkow, who had dealt with his malpractice claims ... Springfield State Journal Register, THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS Mar 27, 2005 Wendy F. Inge with Minnesota Lawyers Mutual presents "Preventing Malpractice Claims and Ethics Complaints in General Practice." Cost: $14.50 for dinner. ... Richmond Times Dispatch, Under the Revival Tent Mar 22, 2005 ...who read liberal blogs also understand that the tort reform that is being contemplated by the Republican congress would preclude malpractice claims like that ... Village Voice Pro-Life Activists Continue to Rally Behind Terri Schiavo Before ... Mar 18, 2005 ...to reports, Michael Schiavo never mentioned his wife's supposed wishes until after the couple was awarded more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims. ... Christian Post, MDU claim mischievous, say consultants Mar 18, 2005 Defence Union (MDU) of being “mischievous� in pronouncing it was pleased the Department of Health had accepted responsibility for past malpractice claims. ... IrishExaminer.com (subscription), Knappster: Dental surgeon plans to fight back aga Mar 17, 2005 He enjoys a solid reputation among his colleagues, has had no complaints filed with the medical board and has had no malpractice claims. Zero. ... Las Vegas Mercury, Letters, faxes, and e-mail Mar 7, 2005 The underlying problem is that there are no clear and generally accepted legal standards for medical care to provide a basis for judging malpractice claims. ... Moblie Register, Democrats' plan for medical malpractice reform Mar 22, 2005 Insurance Commissioner. The commissioner would use the information to create reports noting trends in malpractice claims. - Creating ... Seattle Post Intelligencer Capitol Watch: A crisis without data Mar 8, 2005 State Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler's office last week released a limited study of medical malpractice claims closed over the past 10 years. ... Seattle Post Intelligencer Thomas L. Gourde, Esq. Joins The Rann Law Firm, LLP. "Mr. Gourde ... Mar 9, 2005 ...position with Bonne, Jones, Bridges, Mueller and O’Keefe, where he specialized in municipal liability claims, medical malpractice claims, and business and ... Emediawire (press release), Doctors rally to cap liability fees Mar 24, 2005 Warning signs include gradually increasing malpractice premiums, an increase in the number and severity of malpractice claims against physicians, and ... Bangor Daily News, Study finds no medical malpractice crisis in Texas Mar 9, 2005 ...awards for non-economic damages, President Bush points the finger at "a broken medical liability system." But an analysis of malpractice claims filed over 15 ... Houston Chronicle Kate Flom: State has no malpractice insurance 'crisis' Mar 15, 2005 ...malpractice premiums for emergency room surgeons. Medical malpractice claims are decreasing in Minnesota. According to state court records ... Minneapolis Star Tribune (subscription), the big six Mar 20, 2005 Where things stand: Democrats – and at least one Republican – last week unveiled their "Plan B" alternative to help reduce malpractice claims and insurance ... The Spokesman Review (subscription), Committee passes medical malpractice bill Mar 10, 2005 PAUL - A hearing was held Tuesday on medical malpractice claims and testimony was heard from a Wisconsin woman who had a double mastectomy and later found out ... 5 Eyewitness News, Vote on med mal bill delayed Mar 16, 2005 David Luechtefeld, R-Okawville, and co-sponsored by Watson, would place a cap of $250,000 on non-economic damages in malpractice claims against doctors and a ... Alton Telegraph, Warner signs law allowing prosecutors to appeal procedural ... Mar 23, 2005 It obliges the Board of Medicine to scrutinize doctors who have paid three or more malpractice claims within 10 years and it prevents a plaintiff from using an ... WVEC.com (subscription), Doctors due refunds in insurance case Mar 2, 2005 ...discipline. Earlier this week, the Insurance Commissioner's Office released a survey of malpractice claims from 1994 to 2004. The ... Seattle Post Intelligencer Report: Suits Don't Cause Higher Med Mal Premiums Mar 11, 2005 The study said it found no overall increases in the number of medical malpractice claims in Texas , their dollar amounts, or in jury verdicts against ... National Underwriter, National Consumer Group Applauds Washington Insurance Commissioner ... Mar 3, 2005 The Washington OIC action comes on the heels of its recent extensive actuarial analysis of Washington State medical malpractice claims and payouts for the last ... Common Dreams Med mal faces crucial vote in Senate Mar 15, 2005 Frank Watson, R-Greenville, places a cap of $250,000 on non-economic damages in malpractice claims against doctors and a $500,000 cap on claims against ... Alton Telegraph, LIKE DANIEL WEBSTER, FOR JABEZ STONE...ALBERTO GONZALES, FOR TERRI ... Mar 6, 2005 ...years after the incident that left Terri severely brain-damaged--and after he had received nearly $1.7 million from medical malpractice claims, Michael Schiavo ... MichNews.com, Groups seek to limit asbestos lawsuits Mar 9, 2005 AUSTIN - Business groups that two years ago won major restrictions on damage lawsuits, particularly over medical malpractice claims, zeroed in Wednesday on ... Houston Chronicle Tobacco class-action loss, a victory of sorts Mar 20, 2005 The novel argument underscored one of the more controversial aspects of class-action suits, many of which involve product-liability or malpractice claims. ... Globe and Mail, Lawsuit filed against Health Care Authority Mar 11, 2005 ...complaint. In 2004, the Alabama State Insurance Guarantee Association denied and refused Howe coverage for the two malpractice claims. ... Scottsboro Daily Sentinel, Are President Bush & Congress interested in helping Terri Schiavo ... Mar 22, 2005 The tort reform being pushed by Republicans and Bush would preclude malpractice claims like that which has paid for Terri Schiavo’s care thus far. ... phillyburbs.com, Priorities and Hypocrisy Mar 24, 2005 They have also thinking about "tort reform" that would preclude malpractice claims like that which has paid for her care thus far. ... Infoshop News Warrant issued for doctor who misses court date Mar 8, 2005 Benson replied, "Our belief is that the women are confused that the doctor's civil lawyer who represented him in the malpractice claims filed against him were ... Oakland Press, Vote on hospital borrowing put off Mar 22, 2005 The county would borrow the money for the hospital, which it would use to pay off malpractice claims that were filed before it became independent of the county ... The Journal News.com, State budget committee gets an earful Mar 18, 2005 Doyle wants to use about $180 million in money from the state insurance fund for malpractice claims to cover growing care costs. "Medicaid really supports me. ... The Capital Times, Week in Review Mar 20, 2005 ...in part by diverting nearly $880 million from funds earmarked for other purposes, including building roads and covering malpractice claims, state fiscal ... Pioneer Press, Schiavo Attorney Felos No Stranger To Medicare Fraud Mar 11, 2005 Her estranged husband, recipient of nearly $2 million in money from medical malpractice claims and living with another woman, claims that his wife would not ... Empire Journal, Notes from the Undertow Mar 24, 2005 ...feet. They want tort reform to put an end to malpractice claims much like the settlement that has kept Schiavo alive all this time. ... Franklin Square/Elmont/West Hempstead Herald, Four candidates vie for two Easttown supervisor seats Mar 24, 2005 ...degree in 1952. He is an expert in professional malpractice claims for architects, lawyers, accountants and physicians. r Democratic ... Wayne Suburban Newspapers, Mark Drooks, Partner at Bird, Marella, Boxer, Wolpert, Nessim ... Mar 22, 2005 He has frequently represented lawyers and other professionals in connection with partnership breakups, ethical issues and malpractice claims. ... Business Wire (press release), Doctor Contrarian Mar 6, 2005 By not following the recommended vaccination schedule he is going against his profession's standard of care — and leaving himself open to malpractice claims. ... Los Angeles Times (subscription), Types of public records Mar 14, 2005 Why you need it: To ensure that your doctor has not been cited by the Board or been party to multiple malpractice claims or judgments. ... Hagerstown Morning Herald, Emergency Medicine Patient Safety Foundation Promotes Patient ... Mar 10, 2005 ...safety, risk management, and claims in emergency medicine and is designing research studies to correlate the impact on medical malpractice claims and patient ... Business Wire (press release), Archived links. These articles may no longer be available. To access these articles you will need to contact the listed source publication (i.e. LA Times, CNN, etc).
Senate budget vote expected as negotiations go to wire 19 Dec 2003 ...would approve an additional 25-cent per-pack increase on the cigarette tax to help subsidize payments that physicians make to cover medical malpractice claims. (NEPA News, PA) Governor signs private school tax bill into law 19 Dec 2003 ...that it can’t be used for any other purpose than to finance part of the liability incurred by health care providers as a result of malpractice claims. (Appleton Post Crescent, WI) Philly Law Firm Agrees To Settle Malpractice Claims Dec 16, 2003 PHILADELPHIA (AP) A Philadelphia law firm has agreed to pay $5.8 million to settle malpractice claims alleging that the firm failed to prevent losses in public ... (KYW, PA) Just say no to forced arbitration of medical malpractice claims Nov 28, 2003 Doctors and hospitals will never acknowledge that the vast majority of malpractice claims in Utah (and elsewhere) are settled before trial. ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Supreme Court Docket Report , October Term , 2003 – Number 3 Dec 18, 2003 2004. 1. ERISA . Preemption . State-Law Negligence/Medical Malpractice Claims Based On Denial of Treatment Coverage. The Employee ... (Mondaq News Alerts, World) When medicine hurts Dec 17, 2003 The report found that losses on medical malpractice claims appeared to be the primary driver of rate increases in the long run. ... (York Daily Record, PA) Pa. med-mal costs are 5% of US total Dec 16, 2003 The price tag for medical-malpractice claims in Pennsylvania last year was equivalent to between $103 and $124 for every man, woman and child in the state ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) Tenet Healthcare to close hospital in Pennsylvania Dec 18, 2003 ...people) said on Thursday it would close its Medical College of Pennsylvania Hospital on March 31, 2004, as the company battles medical malpractice claims and ... (Forbes) Tightening Of Proposed Budget Deal Continues Dec 18, 2003 That would be in addition to the 25-cent-per-pack increase that has been proposed under separate legislation to help doctors pay for medical-malpractice claims ... (KYW, PA) Health care summit draws crowd Dec 17, 2003 He said ISMIE raised its rates an average of 30 percent and noted that it paid out over $250 million in malpractice claims in 2002 while its income was a ... (Edwardsville Intelligencer, IL) Law firm agrees to settle claims it mishandled pension-fund ... Dec 17, 2003 ...to pay $5.8 million to a troubled Philadelphia venture-capital fund, money that will be passed along to public pension funds to settle malpractice claims ... (Stamford Advocate, CT) Outlook better for push to curb class-action suits Dec 16, 2003 ...reporters. He said the Senate erred this year in stalling efforts to curb class-action suits as well as asbestos and malpractice claims. ... (Chicago Tribune (subscription), IL) The malpractice debate: Dec 14, 2003 Federal legislation: Because the Illinois Supreme Court has struck down the concept of caps on jury awards for medical malpractice claims, the Illinois Medical ... (Joliet Herald News, IL) Trail of failures Dec 17, 2003 Some of these result in death; many errors go undetected. Doctors, too, are wary of a climate in which they feel underprotected from malpractice claims. ... (Penn Live, PA) News in brief from Philadelphia Dec 16, 2003 PHILADELPHIA (AP) _ A Philadelphia law firm has agreed to pay $5.8 million to settle malpractice claims alleging that the firm failed to prevent losses in ... (NEPA News, PA) JL Halsey Corporation Announces the Resignation of Charles E. ... Dec 16, 2003 ...possibility of receiving a tax refund, litigation against the Company, the value of receivables, certain workers compensation matters and malpractice claims ... (Business Wire (press release)) News in brief from Philadelphia Dec 16, 2003 PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A Philadelphia law firm has agreed to pay $5.8 million to settle malpractice claims alleging that the firm failed to prevent losses in ... (Penn Live, PA) Doctor sought patient donations Dec 12, 2003 While doctors say escalating malpractice claims are responsible for the rise in malpractice premiums, the Maryland Trial Lawyers Association argues that a few ... (Baltimore Sun, MD) New judge named to Circuit Court Dec 16, 2003 ...area. Boynton also worked as a private attorney handling personal injury, general liability and professional malpractice claims. ... (Maryland Gazette Newspapers, MD) Carr defends handling of hospital crisis Dec 12, 2003 ...minister Craig Knowles has stridently defended himself against whistleblower nurses' claims he directly threatened them when they raised malpractice claims ... (ABC Online, Australia) Senator addresses malpractice Dec 12, 2003 In 2001, Pennsylvania insurance companies paid $468 million in malpractice claims while receiving $360 million in premiums paid. ... (Chambersburg Public Opinion, PA) Patients Sue Doctor Over Painkillers Dec 15, 2003 Ventura County Superior Court Judge Henry J. Walsh rejected those requests but limited the case solely to medical malpractice claims. ... (Los Angeles Times (subscription), CA) Docs pay to put limits on malpractice Dec 6, 2003 ...launch a Nov. 4, 2004, ballot measure to cap non-economic damages in medical malpractice claims at a half million dollars. It has ... (MSNBC) Limiting attorney fees among the reforms used to cut rates in ... Dec 8, 2003 ...lawsuits. Maryland. Generally requires arbitration of medical malpractice claims (although that can be waived). Arbitration panels ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) Accept it or die Dec 14, 2003 Intermountain Health Care wants to arbitrate malpractice claims out of court because jury awards are whackin' their bottom line. This is a dilemma. ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Doctors group calls for more federal funding Dec 13, 2003 The Doctors Reform Society has blamed the public hospital malpractice claims in New South Wales on inadequate federal health funding. ... (ABC Online, Australia) Medical Assurance On Its Own Dec 13, 2003 Insurance companies have reinsurance to cover the remaining amount on losses resulting from medical malpractice claims above and beyond that which are covered ... (Wheeling News Register, WV) Business, Bush Look for Lawsuit Limits in 2004 Dec 15, 2003 ...reporters. He said the Senate erred this year in stalling efforts to curb class action suits as well as asbestos and malpractice claims. ... (Reuters, United States) Audit: Revive Nevada's medical complaint screening panel Dec 11, 2003 CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) - An audit of the state panel that licenses and disciplines Nevada doctors says medical malpractice claims have increased dramatically ... (Las Vegas Sun, NV) Group Calls on Newsweek to Disclose Employee Discrimination ... Dec 15, 2003 Good, and his law firm specialize in defending corporations facing insurance, product liability, personal injury, professional and medical malpractice claims. ... (U.S. Newswire (press release), DC) Audit: Revive Nevada's medical complaint screening panel Dec 11, 2003 An audit of the state panel that licenses and disciplines Nevada doctors says medical malpractice claims have increased dramatically since a screening panel ... (KRNV, NV) Fuel tax and doctors' deal test cabinet Dec 14, 2003 On medical indemnity, the Government is under pressure from hospital specialists to reduce malpractice claims costs and to scrap a levy imposed by the ... (Sydney Morning Herald, Australia) Shelby woman allowed to sue former lawyer in molestation case Dec 2, 2003 ...years ago. The court also used the case to spell out how such malpractice claims must be handled in the future. Convicted criminals ... (Billings Gazette, MT) Pa. docs are moving to 'cap' states Dec 8, 2003 Delaware doesn't have caps, but does have a number of other reforms that limit the number of malpractice claims and thus help lower insurance premiums. ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) IHC issue proves need for tort reform Dec 7, 2003 ...agreement, which is expected to be implemented in January in Southern Utah, doesn't necessarily lessen the health-care provider's exposure to malpractice claims ... (St. George Daily Spectrum, UT) Medical arbitration process can be costly Dec 10, 2003 Theoretically, arbitration of medical malpractice claims can be cheaper, faster, less stressful and more predictable than litigation," said James Holbrook, a ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Illinois State Bar President Critical of Newsweek Magazine ... Dec 10, 2003 ...lawsuits. What we really need is insurance reform or a push to get rid of secrecy in the investigation of malpractice claims.". Lavin ... (Yahoo News (press release)) Agency Tracking Doctors May Close Nov 27, 2003 ...director of the health claims office, said its annual budget is less than $550,000 and that it regularly prevents as many as 16 percent of malpractice claims ... (Washington Post) Senate approves drug bill Dec 11, 2003 Also, the House passed a Senate bill 84-8 that would limit liability from malpractice claims for doctors who give free care to the poor in their offices as ... (Dayton Daily News, OH) US tort system 'is out of control' Dec 10, 2003 ...going forward.". America's tort system needs reform in three areas - class actions, asbestos, and medical malpractice claims. Mr ... (Telegraph.co.uk, UK) Fed-up states defy Washington Dec 8, 2003 ...says. Among them are limits on medical-malpractice claims and deregulation of electricity. "Politics is a free-for-all," he says. ... (USA Today) Fed-up States Defy Washington Dec 10, 2003 ...says. Among them are limits on medical-malpractice claims and deregulation of electricity. ''Politics is a free-for-all,'' he says. ... (Common Dreams) McDaniel offers CARE health choice Dec 9, 2003 Responsible: A stable system that provides incentives to control abuse and frivolous medical malpractice claims while slowing the increase in liability ... (Jackson Sun, TN) Finances to get third look Dec 8, 2003 ...center. Bullington asked Coates to tell prospective attorneys that malpractice claims may be filed in any potential case. Commissioner ... (Bowling Green Daily News, KY) Health care advocacy group is formed Nov 26, 2003 But capping malpractice claims would discourage lawyers from taking cases, said Baird, who is executive director of Kentucky Watch, a consumer watchdog ... (Kentucky Post, KY) IHC policy gets an earful Nov 29, 2003 ...decisions," Vitelli said. "Ultimately, it's a way of addressing the issue of rising medical malpractice claims . . . [This is] a ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) IHC seeks to cut suits Nov 27, 2003 Greg Schwitzer, vice president of clinical support and programs for IHC, said jury trials are a poor way to address malpractice claims, and that jurors usually ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Madison County law firm is sued again Nov 29, 2003 ...trouble.". Rotunda, the law professor from George Mason University, said he's seen a growing trend in legal malpractice claims. "I ... (St. Louis Dispatch, MO) Protesters: Arbitrate this Dec 3, 2003 ...and picket Intermountain Health Care facilities over the company's requirement that thousands of patients agree to arbitrate medical malpractice claims or find ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Judge: University of Kentucky hospital can't be sued Dec 3, 2003 Instead, the hospital is successfully standing its ground by claiming sovereign immunity -- that it is immune from malpractice claims filed in state court ... (Biloxi Sun Herald, MS) Critics Speak Out Against Arbitration Agreements Dec 2, 2003 Representatives for IHC say settling medical malpractice claims this way will save money on court costs and could possibly bring down the cost of doctors ... (KSL-TV, UT) S&P Announces: Physicians Insurance Co. of WI 'BBBpi' Ratings ... Nov 25, 2003 ...risk. Based in Wisconsin, Physicians Insurance Co. of WI's major line of business is medical malpractice (claims made). The company ... (Business Wire (press release)) Parents' suit in limbo state Nov 27, 2003 ...was filed on that date to try to keep the case within old state law that allows unlimited compensation for non-economic damages in medical malpractice claims ... (San Antonio Express, TX) 2 Linn County doctors sue insurer Nov 29, 2003 ...documents. That coverage protects doctors from malpractice claims made after they stopped working. With that coverage, St. Paul ... (Des Moines Register, IA) Nov/Dec 2003 Annals of Family Medicine tip sheet Nov 25, 2003 The authors point out, however, that it is still unclear whether chaperone use actually decreases malpractice claims. Mack T. Ruffin, IV, MD, MPH., et al. ... (EurekAlert, DC) Supreme Court refuses to hear Earnhardt case Dec 1, 2003 The law is far broader than necessary,” Julin said, adding that autopsy photos no longer can be used for research or medical malpractice claims. ... (Alligator.org, FL) Study: 75% of doctors use chaperones during exams Nov 26, 2003 There is no information about whether the use of chaperones is cost effective or not, Rockwell says; nor is there data about any effect on malpractice claims. ... (Ann Arbor News (subscription), MI) Death by Medicine, Part II Nov 28, 2003 In addition, doctors often order X-rays as protection against malpractice claims to give the impression that they are leaving no stone unturned. ... (Mercola, Illinois) Critics Speak Out Against Arbitration Agreements 02 Dec 2003 Representatives for IHC say settling medical malpractice claims this way will save money on court costs and could possibly bring down the cost of doctors ... (KSL-TV, UT) Supreme Court refuses to hear Earnhardt case 02 Dec 2003 The law is far broader than necessary,” Julin said, adding that autopsy photos no longer can be used for research or medical malpractice claims. ... (Alligator.org, FL) Just say no to forced arbitration of medical malpractice claims Nov 28, 2003 Doctors and hospitals will never acknowledge that the vast majority of malpractice claims in Utah (and elsewhere) are settled before trial. ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Ehrlich urges action on malpractice claims Nov 12, 2003 Legislation placing restrictions on medical malpractice claims is one part of a plan that administration is working on to control health care costs, but it is ... (Baltimore Sun, MD) Doctor: Malpractice Claims Decreasing Nov 15, 2003 ...is mandated. These legislative clauses were touted as tort reform aimed at discouraging "frivolous" malpractice claims. The legislation ... (Wheeling News Register, WV) Ehrlich Seeks Tighter Cap On Malpractice Claims Nov 13, 2003 Ehrlich (R) and his health secretary, Nelson J. Sabatini, said the administration is drafting legislation to place new restrictions on malpractice claims as ... (Washington Post) Venezuela: Cuban doctor's malpractice claims first life in ... Nov 12, 2003 Undergoing a viral syndrome or common cold, a boy of seven years of age was taken care of by a Cuban doctor in a sector of Caricuao, who prescribed him tablets ... (V Crisis, Venezuela) IHC policy gets an earful Nov 29, 2003 ...decisions," Vitelli said. "Ultimately, it's a way of addressing the issue of rising medical malpractice claims . . . [This is] a ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Madison County law firm is sued again Nov 29, 2003 ...trouble.". Rotunda, the law professor from George Mason University, said he's seen a growing trend in legal malpractice claims. "I ... (St. Louis Dispatch, MO) Agency Tracking Doctors May Close Nov 27, 2003 ...director of the health claims office, said its annual budget is less than $550,000 and that it regularly prevents as many as 16 percent of malpractice claims ... (Washington Post) 2 Linn County doctors sue insurer Nov 29, 2003 ...documents. That coverage protects doctors from malpractice claims made after they stopped working. With that coverage, St. Paul ... (Des Moines Register, IA) Health care advocacy group is formed Nov 26, 2003 But capping malpractice claims would discourage lawyers from taking cases, said Baird, who is executive director of Kentucky Watch, a consumer watchdog ... (Kentucky Post, KY) IHC seeks to cut suits Nov 27, 2003 Greg Schwitzer, vice president of clinical support and programs for IHC, said jury trials are a poor way to address malpractice claims, and that jurors usually ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) S&P Announces: Physicians Insurance Co. of WI 'BBBpi' Ratings ... Nov 25, 2003 ...risk. Based in Wisconsin, Physicians Insurance Co. of WI's major line of business is medical malpractice (claims made). The company ... (Business Wire (press release)) Parents' suit in limbo state Nov 27, 2003 ...was filed on that date to try to keep the case within old state law that allows unlimited compensation for non-economic damages in medical malpractice claims ... (San Antonio Express, TX) MALPRACTICE INSURANCE HURTING DOCTORS Nov 22, 2003 Exponential growth in malpractice claims from patients and increased settlement amounts continue to drive up the rates for doctors, Kobeler said. ... (The Southern Illinoisan, IL) Nov/Dec 2003 Annals of Family Medicine tip sheet Nov 25, 2003 The authors point out, however, that it is still unclear whether chaperone use actually decreases malpractice claims. Mack T. Ruffin, IV, MD, MPH., et al. ... (EurekAlert, DC) Westchester approves hospital borrowing Nov 20, 2003 Westchester Medical Center gained county approval yesterday to move $4.5 million from its capital budget to put in a depleted fund for malpractice claims. ... (Gannett Suburban New York Newspapers, NY) Study: 75% of doctors use chaperones during exams Nov 26, 2003 There is no information about whether the use of chaperones is cost effective or not, Rockwell says; nor is there data about any effect on malpractice claims. ... (Ann Arbor News (subscription), MI) Malpractice costs limit health care, hearing told Nov 17, 2003 The jump came despite the hospital's low number of claims, Hood said. The hospital averages about 12 malpractice claims per year. ... (Billings Gazette, MT) Malpractice costs limit health care, hearing told Nov 18, 2003 The jump came despite the hospital’s low number of claims, Hood said. The hospital averages about 12 malpractice claims per year. ... (Montana Forum, Montana) Mathewson proposes medical malpractice insurance changes Nov 20, 2003 It also would establish a Patients' Compensation Fund to pay malpractice claims that exceed a policy's liability limits, and would create a compensation ... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO) Gazette opinion: Insurance costs ail health system Nov 17, 2003 ...by MHA, an organization of Montana health care providers, there was a huge disparity between malpractice insurance increases and actual malpractice claims paid ... (Billings Gazette, MT) Death by Medicine, Part II Nov 28, 2003 In addition, doctors often order X-rays as protection against malpractice claims to give the impression that they are leaving no stone unturned. ... (Mercola, Illinois) Doctors seek to self-insure Nov 22, 2003 The report -- "Medical Misdiagnosis in Washington: Challenging the Medical Malpractice Claims of the Doctors' Lobby" -- said that, adjusting for inflation ... (MSNBC) Doctors: Malpractice insurance hurts health care Nov 17, 2003 Many of those testifying said insurance rates have jumped even without any malpractice claims being filed against the hospital or physicians. ... (Montana Forum, Montana) Million dollar toe case begins today Nov 18, 2003 Meanwhile, the Oregon Medical Association has announced a push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan ... (McMinnville News-Register, OR) Nine health plans in works Nov 19, 2003 Sen. Charles Scott, R-Casper, would set up a system similar to the workers compensation process in dealing with malpractice claims. ... (Wyoming News, WY) Diabetes one possible Janklow defense Nov 21, 2003 Evans handles mostly personal injury cases and medical malpractice claims. As such, he represents a lot of doctors and insurance companies. ... (Aberdeen American News, SD) Nine Health Plans in Works Nov 19, 2003 ...proposal offered by state Senator Charles Scott of Casper would set up a system similar to the Workers compensation process in dealing with malpractice claims. ... (KGWN, WY) Health care could dominate General Assembly session Nov 19, 2003 In response, they said, the administration will include in its health care package limits on both attorney's fees and malpractice claims. ... (Maryland Gazette Newspapers, MD) Janklow May Use Ill Health As Defense Nov 21, 2003 Janklow's lawyer handles mostly personal injury cases and medical malpractice claims, and represents a lot of doctors and insurance companies. ... (Guardian, UK) Legal profession: HALT the madness Nov 19, 2003 ...courts in this way. "Tobacco, asbestos, and medical malpractice claims are just a few of the culprits. With mould, investor lawsuits ... (National Post, Canada) Medical Malpractice Victims Pursuing Justice Would Lead to a ... Nov 13, 2003 But actually there has been no growth in the number of new medical malpractice claims, says Terry Cochran of Cochran and Foley, PC, based in Livonia, Michigan. ... (Emediawire (press release)) What's Up With Medical Malpractice Insurance In Missouri? Nov 13, 2003 ...reported. In 2002, Missouri saw more than 700 malpractice claims -- a 6 percent increase in claims against doctors in a single year. ... (Kansas City Channel.com, MO) Jefferson County makes 'Judicial hellholes' list Nov 7, 2003 The report cited Texas Insurance Department statistics showing that the Rio Grande Valley has a rate of medical malpractice claims that is 211 percent above ... (KHOU, United States) CompManagement buys California claims manager Nov 4, 2003 CompManagement. Octagon has carved out a niche handling medical malpractice claims, with a focus on hospitals that are self-insured, he said. ... (Bizjournals.com) Hospital revenue down Nov 6, 2003 ...exceeded budget by $188,315 – 14.6 percent, he said, and insurance expense was $1.5 million over budget, related to open uninsured malpractice claims ... (Rocky Mount Telegram, NC) Romney, Harvard drawing up plan malpractice-limiting plan Nov 13, 2003 Under the current system, medical malpractice claims are first screened by a special court-appointed tribunal and then are forwarded to state courts for jury ... (Sarasota Herald-Tribune, FL) Medical group backs limit on malpractice damages Nov 10, 2003 Oregon's largest medical group voted Sunday to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients. ... (Oregonian, OR) Simed reports lower deficit Nov 13, 2003 He said the surcharges, which have the commissioner’s approval, apply only to physicians with four or more malpractice claims. ... (Puerto Rico Wow, Puerto Rico) Today's News in 2 Minutes Nov 10, 2003 DOCTORS PUSH MALPRACTICE CAP: The Oregon Medical Association votes to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon ... (Oregonian, OR) Phila. is rated a 'judicial hellhole' Nov 11, 2003 This year, Philadelphia accounted for 51 percent of all medical-malpractice claims and 54 percent of all claims payments above $500,000, the state Department ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) Doctors' group proposes OHP cap Nov 10, 2003 PORTLAND (AP) - The Oregon Medical Association will push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan ... (Coos Bay World, OR) WEEK IN REVIEW Nov 16, 2003 The governor also said he is drafting legislation to place restrictions on malpractice claims as part of a strategy to reduce health care costs and extend ... (Washington Post, DC) Massachusetts Political Calendar Nov 15, 2003 Gardner Auditorium, Statehouse. 2 pm - Boston Bar Association holds forum of Gov. Mitt Romney's plan to control medical malpractice claims. ... (Providence Journal Bulletin (subscription), RI) Kindred to buy 10 unprofitable Ventas homes, hospitals Nov 6, 2003 ...that were substantially better than a year ago, when it operated nursing homes in Florida and Texas that were plagued with rising costs from malpractice claims ... (Louisville Courier Journal, KY) 'I'm sorry' bill aims to clarify the legal freedom to offer ... Nov 15, 2003 And a doctor who apologizes -- but, say, got drunk and killed a patient -- will never be free of malpractice claims, sorry or not. In 1999, Ford Motor Co. ... (Detroit News, MI) Medical group backs limit on malpractice damages Nov 10, 2003 The state's largest medical group voted Sunday to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients ... (Oregonian, OR) Diabetes one possible defense for Janklow Nov 22, 2003 Janklow's lawyer: Evans handles mostly personal injury cases and medical malpractice claims. As such, he represents a lot of doctors and insurance companies. ... (Aberdeen American News, SD) Doctors ’ group to push for damages cap Nov 11, 2003 PORTLAND — The Oregon Medical Association will push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients ... (Salem Statesman Journal, OR) IHC policy gets an earful 29 Nov 2003 ...decisions," Vitelli said. "Ultimately, it's a way of addressing the issue of rising medical malpractice claims . . . [This is] a ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) 2 Linn County doctors sue insurer 29 Nov 2003 ...documents. That coverage protects doctors from malpractice claims made after they stopped working. With that coverage, St. Paul ... (Des Moines Register, IA) Death by Medicine, Part II 29 Nov 2003 In addition, doctors often order X-rays as protection against malpractice claims to give the impression that they are leaving no stone unturned. ... (Mercola, Illinois) Just say no to forced arbitration of medical malpractice claims Nov 28, 2003 Doctors and hospitals will never acknowledge that the vast majority of malpractice claims in Utah (and elsewhere) are settled before trial. ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Doctor: Malpractice Claims Decreasing Nov 15, 2003 ...is mandated. These legislative clauses were touted as tort reform aimed at discouraging "frivolous" malpractice claims. The legislation ... (Wheeling News Register, WV) Ehrlich urges action on malpractice claims Nov 12, 2003 Legislation placing restrictions on medical malpractice claims is one part of a plan that administration is working on to control health care costs, but it is ... (Baltimore Sun, MD) Ehrlich Seeks Tighter Cap On Malpractice Claims Nov 13, 2003 Ehrlich (R) and his health secretary, Nelson J. Sabatini, said the administration is drafting legislation to place new restrictions on malpractice claims as ... (Washington Post) Venezuela: Cuban doctor's malpractice claims first life in ... Nov 12, 2003 Undergoing a viral syndrome or common cold, a boy of seven years of age was taken care of by a Cuban doctor in a sector of Caricuao, who prescribed him tablets ... (V Crisis, Venezuela) Agency Tracking Doctors May Close Nov 27, 2003 ...director of the health claims office, said its annual budget is less than $550,000 and that it regularly prevents as many as 16 percent of malpractice claims ... (Washington Post) Parents' suit in limbo state Nov 27, 2003 ...was filed on that date to try to keep the case within old state law that allows unlimited compensation for non-economic damages in medical malpractice claims ... (San Antonio Express, TX) Health care advocacy group is formed Nov 26, 2003 But capping malpractice claims would discourage lawyers from taking cases, said Baird, who is executive director of Kentucky Watch, a consumer watchdog ... (Kentucky Post, KY) IHC seeks to cut suits Nov 27, 2003 Greg Schwitzer, vice president of clinical support and programs for IHC, said jury trials are a poor way to address malpractice claims, and that jurors usually ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) S&P Announces: Physicians Insurance Co. of WI 'BBBpi' Ratings ... Nov 25, 2003 ...risk. Based in Wisconsin, Physicians Insurance Co. of WI's major line of business is medical malpractice (claims made). The company ... (Business Wire (press release)) MALPRACTICE INSURANCE HURTING DOCTORS Nov 22, 2003 Exponential growth in malpractice claims from patients and increased settlement amounts continue to drive up the rates for doctors, Kobeler said. ... (The Southern Illinoisan, IL) Study: 75% of doctors use chaperones during exams Nov 26, 2003 There is no information about whether the use of chaperones is cost effective or not, Rockwell says; nor is there data about any effect on malpractice claims. ... (Ann Arbor News (subscription), MI) Doctors seek to self-insure Nov 22, 2003 The report -- "Medical Misdiagnosis in Washington: Challenging the Medical Malpractice Claims of the Doctors' Lobby" -- said that, adjusting for inflation ... (MSNBC) Will Janklow use health as defense in accident case? Nov 21, 2003 Janklow's lawyer handles mostly personal injury cases and medical malpractice claims, and represents a lot of doctors and insurance companies. ... (CNN International) Nov/Dec 2003 Annals of Family Medicine tip sheet Nov 25, 2003 The authors point out, however, that it is still unclear whether chaperone use actually decreases malpractice claims. Mack T. Ruffin, IV, MD, MPH., et al. ... (EurekAlert, DC) Westchester approves hospital borrowing Nov 20, 2003 Westchester Medical Center gained county approval yesterday to move $4.5 million from its capital budget to put in a depleted fund for malpractice claims. ... (Gannett Suburban New York Newspapers, NY) Diabetes one possible Janklow defense Nov 21, 2003 Evans handles mostly personal injury cases and medical malpractice claims. As such, he represents a lot of doctors and insurance companies. ... (Sioux City Journal, IA) What's Up With Medical Malpractice Insurance In Missouri? Nov 13, 2003 ...reported. In 2002, Missouri saw more than 700 malpractice claims -- a 6 percent increase in claims against doctors in a single year. ... (Kansas City Channel.com, MO) Malpractice costs limit health care, hearing told Nov 17, 2003 The jump came despite the hospital's low number of claims, Hood said. The hospital averages about 12 malpractice claims per year. ... (Billings Gazette, MT) Malpractice costs limit health care, hearing told Nov 18, 2003 The jump came despite the hospital’s low number of claims, Hood said. The hospital averages about 12 malpractice claims per year. ... (Montana Forum, Montana) Mathewson proposes medical malpractice insurance changes Nov 20, 2003 It also would establish a Patients' Compensation Fund to pay malpractice claims that exceed a policy's liability limits, and would create a compensation ... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO) Gazette opinion: Insurance costs ail health system Nov 17, 2003 ...by MHA, an organization of Montana health care providers, there was a huge disparity between malpractice insurance increases and actual malpractice claims paid ... (Billings Gazette, MT) Doctors: Malpractice insurance hurts health care Nov 17, 2003 Many of those testifying said insurance rates have jumped even without any malpractice claims being filed against the hospital or physicians. ... (Montana Forum, Montana) Million dollar toe case begins today Nov 18, 2003 Meanwhile, the Oregon Medical Association has announced a push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan ... (McMinnville News-Register, OR) Nine health plans in works Nov 19, 2003 Sen. Charles Scott, R-Casper, would set up a system similar to the workers compensation process in dealing with malpractice claims. ... (Wyoming News, WY) Health care could dominate General Assembly session Nov 19, 2003 In response, they said, the administration will include in its health care package limits on both attorney's fees and malpractice claims. ... (Maryland Gazette Newspapers, MD) Nine Health Plans in Works Nov 19, 2003 ...proposal offered by state Senator Charles Scott of Casper would set up a system similar to the Workers compensation process in dealing with malpractice claims. ... (KGWN, WY) Legal profession: HALT the madness Nov 19, 2003 ...courts in this way. "Tobacco, asbestos, and medical malpractice claims are just a few of the culprits. With mould, investor lawsuits ... (National Post, Canada) WEEK IN REVIEW Nov 16, 2003 The governor also said he is drafting legislation to place restrictions on malpractice claims as part of a strategy to reduce health care costs and extend ... (Washington Post, DC) Medical Malpractice Victims Pursuing Justice Would Lead to a ... Nov 13, 2003 But actually there has been no growth in the number of new medical malpractice claims, says Terry Cochran of Cochran and Foley, PC, based in Livonia, Michigan. ... (Emediawire (press release)) Massachusetts Political Calendar Nov 15, 2003 Gardner Auditorium, Statehouse. 2 pm - Boston Bar Association holds forum of Gov. Mitt Romney's plan to control medical malpractice claims. ... (Providence Journal Bulletin (subscription), RI) 'I'm sorry' bill aims to clarify the legal freedom to offer ... Nov 15, 2003 And a doctor who apologizes -- but, say, got drunk and killed a patient -- will never be free of malpractice claims, sorry or not. In 1999, Ford Motor Co. ... (Detroit News, MI) Jefferson County makes 'Judicial hellholes' list Nov 7, 2003 The report cited Texas Insurance Department statistics showing that the Rio Grande Valley has a rate of medical malpractice claims that is 211 percent above ... (KHOU, United States) CompManagement buys California claims manager Nov 4, 2003 CompManagement. Octagon has carved out a niche handling medical malpractice claims, with a focus on hospitals that are self-insured, he said. ... (Bizjournals.com) Hospital revenue down Nov 6, 2003 ...exceeded budget by $188,315 – 14.6 percent, he said, and insurance expense was $1.5 million over budget, related to open uninsured malpractice claims ... (Rocky Mount Telegram, NC) Romney, Harvard drawing up plan malpractice-limiting plan Nov 13, 2003 Under the current system, medical malpractice claims are first screened by a special court-appointed tribunal and then are forwarded to state courts for jury ... (Sarasota Herald-Tribune, FL) Medical group backs limit on malpractice damages Nov 10, 2003 Oregon's largest medical group voted Sunday to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients. ... (Oregonian, OR) Simed reports lower deficit Nov 13, 2003 He said the surcharges, which have the commissioner’s approval, apply only to physicians with four or more malpractice claims. ... (Puerto Rico Wow, Puerto Rico) Diabetes one possible defense for Janklow Nov 22, 2003 Janklow's lawyer: Evans handles mostly personal injury cases and medical malpractice claims. As such, he represents a lot of doctors and insurance companies. ... (Aberdeen American News, SD) Today's News in 2 Minutes Nov 10, 2003 DOCTORS PUSH MALPRACTICE CAP: The Oregon Medical Association votes to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon ... (Oregonian, OR) Phila. is rated a 'judicial hellhole' Nov 11, 2003 This year, Philadelphia accounted for 51 percent of all medical-malpractice claims and 54 percent of all claims payments above $500,000, the state Department ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) Doctors' group proposes OHP cap Nov 10, 2003 PORTLAND (AP) - The Oregon Medical Association will push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan ... (Coos Bay World, OR) Kindred to buy 10 unprofitable Ventas homes, hospitals Nov 6, 2003 ...that were substantially better than a year ago, when it operated nursing homes in Florida and Texas that were plagued with rising costs from malpractice claims ... (Louisville Courier Journal, KY) Medical group backs limit on malpractice damages Nov 10, 2003 The state's largest medical group voted Sunday to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients ... (Oregonian, OR) Doctors ’ group to push for damages cap Nov 11, 2003 PORTLAND — The Oregon Medical Association will push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients ... (Salem Statesman Journal, OR) Nine health plans in works 19 Nov 2003 Sen. Charles Scott, R-Casper, would set up a system similar to the workers compensation process in dealing with malpractice claims. ... (Wyoming News, WY) Legal profession: HALT the madness 19 Nov 2003 ...courts in this way. "Tobacco, asbestos, and medical malpractice claims are just a few of the culprits. With mould, investor lawsuits ... (National Post, Canada) Doctor: Malpractice Claims Decreasing Nov 15, 2003 ...is mandated. These legislative clauses were touted as tort reform aimed at discouraging "frivolous" malpractice claims. The legislation ... (Wheeling News Register, WV) Ehrlich urges action on malpractice claims Nov 12, 2003 Legislation placing restrictions on medical malpractice claims is one part of a plan that administration is working on to control health care costs, but it is ... (Baltimore Sun, MD) Ehrlich Seeks Tighter Cap On Malpractice Claims Nov 13, 2003 Ehrlich (R) and his health secretary, Nelson J. Sabatini, said the administration is drafting legislation to place new restrictions on malpractice claims as ... (Washington Post) Venezuela: Cuban doctor's malpractice claims first life in ... Nov 12, 2003 Undergoing a viral syndrome or common cold, a boy of seven years of age was taken care of by a Cuban doctor in a sector of Caricuao, who prescribed him tablets ... (V Crisis, Venezuela) Malpractice costs limit health care, hearing told Nov 17, 2003 The jump came despite the hospital's low number of claims, Hood said. The hospital averages about 12 malpractice claims per year. ... (Billings Gazette, MT) Doctors: Malpractice insurance hurts health care Nov 17, 2003 Many of those testifying said insurance rates have jumped even without any malpractice claims being filed against the hospital or physicians. ... (Montana Forum, Montana) WEEK IN REVIEW Nov 16, 2003 The governor also said he is drafting legislation to place restrictions on malpractice claims as part of a strategy to reduce health care costs and extend ... (Washington Post, DC) Medical Malpractice Victims Pursuing Justice Would Lead to a ... Nov 13, 2003 But actually there has been no growth in the number of new medical malpractice claims, says Terry Cochran of Cochran and Foley, PC, based in Livonia, Michigan. ... (Emediawire (press release)) 'I'm sorry' bill aims to clarify the legal freedom to offer ... Nov 15, 2003 And a doctor who apologizes -- but, say, got drunk and killed a patient -- will never be free of malpractice claims, sorry or not. In 1999, Ford Motor Co. ... (Detroit News, MI) What's Up With Medical Malpractice Insurance In Missouri? Nov 13, 2003 ...reported. In 2002, Missouri saw more than 700 malpractice claims -- a 6 percent increase in claims against doctors in a single year. ... (Kansas City Channel.com, MO) Romney, Harvard drawing up plan malpractice-limiting plan Nov 13, 2003 Under the current system, medical malpractice claims are first screened by a special court-appointed tribunal and then are forwarded to state courts for jury ... (Sarasota Herald-Tribune, FL) Simed reports lower deficit Nov 13, 2003 He said the surcharges, which have the commissioner’s approval, apply only to physicians with four or more malpractice claims. ... (Puerto Rico Wow, Puerto Rico) Massachusetts Political Calendar Nov 15, 2003 Gardner Auditorium, Statehouse. 2 pm - Boston Bar Association holds forum of Gov. Mitt Romney's plan to control medical malpractice claims. ... (Providence Journal Bulletin (subscription), RI) Jefferson County makes 'Judicial hellholes' list Nov 7, 2003 The report cited Texas Insurance Department statistics showing that the Rio Grande Valley has a rate of medical malpractice claims that is 211 percent above ... (KHOU, United States) CompManagement buys California claims manager Nov 4, 2003 CompManagement. Octagon has carved out a niche handling medical malpractice claims, with a focus on hospitals that are self-insured, he said. ... (Bizjournals.com) Hospital revenue down Nov 6, 2003 ...exceeded budget by $188,315 – 14.6 percent, he said, and insurance expense was $1.5 million over budget, related to open uninsured malpractice claims ... (Rocky Mount Telegram, NC) Medical group backs limit on malpractice damages Nov 10, 2003 Oregon's largest medical group voted Sunday to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients. ... (Oregonian, OR) Today's News in 2 Minutes Nov 10, 2003 DOCTORS PUSH MALPRACTICE CAP: The Oregon Medical Association votes to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon ... (Oregonian, OR) Phila. is rated a 'judicial hellhole' Nov 11, 2003 This year, Philadelphia accounted for 51 percent of all medical-malpractice claims and 54 percent of all claims payments above $500,000, the state Department ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) Doctors' group proposes OHP cap Nov 10, 2003 PORTLAND (AP) - The Oregon Medical Association will push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan ... (Coos Bay World, OR) Kindred to buy 10 unprofitable Ventas homes, hospitals Nov 6, 2003 ...that were substantially better than a year ago, when it operated nursing homes in Florida and Texas that were plagued with rising costs from malpractice claims ... (Louisville Courier Journal, KY) Medical group backs limit on malpractice damages Nov 10, 2003 The state's largest medical group voted Sunday to push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients ... (Oregonian, OR) Tort-reform law could cure ills of malpractice Oct 31, 2003 Currently, 27 cents of every dollar spent in a hospital room is spent to insure doctors and hospitals from medical-malpractice claims and lawsuits. ... (Rockingham News, NH) State aid concerns Assembly hopefuls Nov 1, 2003 Reforms are needed to make sure that doctors with proven malpractice claims against them pay more than those without such claims. ... (Parsippany Daily Record, NJ) Pa. malpractice rates called high Oct 30, 2003 2002 to 2003. MCARE is state-mandated insurance that pays medical malpractice claims between $500,000 and $1 million. Doctors pay ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) E-City Software Reaches Preliminary Agreement to Enter E- ... Oct 30, 2003 ...of health care by helping prevent medical fraud, the illegal diversion of prescription drugs, and, perhaps, even the huge number of medical malpractice claims ... (Business Wire (press release)) High punitive damages are playing havoc with the public interest ... Oct 28, 2003 ...business failure, or in playgrounds and swimming pools closed out of fear of lawsuits, or in doctors who can't doctor, haunted by potential malpractice claims. ... (The Free Lance-Star, VA) Navigators Pro Unveils LPL Magistrate-SM- - Lawyers' Professional ... Oct 27, 2003 Professional Liability Policy. Law firms are exposed to an escalation in the severity of legal malpractice claims. LPL Magistrate ... (Business Wire (press release)) Navigators Pro Offers New Lawyers' Professional Liability Policy Oct 28, 2003 The bulletin noted that law firms have experienced "an escalation in the severity of legal malpractice claims," and indicated that "LPL Magistrate(SM) responds ... (Insurance Journal) Doctors ’ group to push for damages cap Nov 11, 2003 PORTLAND — The Oregon Medical Association will push for a cap on damages from malpractice claims against doctors who take care of Oregon Health Plan patients ... (Salem Statesman Journal, OR) Kindred to buy 10 unprofitable Ventas homes, hospitals 06 Nov 2003 ...that were substantially better than a year ago, when it operated nursing homes in Florida and Texas that were plagued with rising costs from malpractice claims ... (Louisville Courier Journal, KY) Family Concerned for Others Seeking Malpractice Claims Oct 14, 2003 By Darryl Tardy. JACKSONVILLE, FL-- On Tuesday, a former First Coast cheerleader went back to Brooks Rehab Center to say thank you ... (WJXX, FL) CompManagement buys California claims manager Nov 4, 2003 CompManagement. Octagon has carved out a niche handling medical malpractice claims, with a focus on hospitals that are self-insured, he said. ... (Bizjournals.com) Tort-reform law could cure ills of malpractice Oct 31, 2003 Currently, 27 cents of every dollar spent in a hospital room is spent to insure doctors and hospitals from medical-malpractice claims and lawsuits. ... (Rockingham News, NH) State aid concerns Assembly hopefuls Nov 1, 2003 Reforms are needed to make sure that doctors with proven malpractice claims against them pay more than those without such claims. ... (Parsippany Daily Record, NJ) Pa. malpractice rates called high Oct 30, 2003 2002 to 2003. MCARE is state-mandated insurance that pays medical malpractice claims between $500,000 and $1 million. Doctors pay ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) Study identifies risk factors for refractive surgery malpractice ... Oct 23, 2003 SAN FRANCISCO--Refractive surgeons in high-volume surgery practices are more likely to face malpractice claims and lawsuits than their colleagues. ... (EurekAlert, DC) E-City Software Reaches Preliminary Agreement to Enter E- ... Oct 30, 2003 ...of health care by helping prevent medical fraud, the illegal diversion of prescription drugs, and, perhaps, even the huge number of medical malpractice claims ... (Business Wire (press release)) Why one short-seller sees trouble for Fairfax Oct 22, 2003 Basically, reserves were insufficient to pay workers compensation or medical malpractice claims, because the premiums were paid in the 1980s, and the claims ... (National Post, Canada) Health care panelists looking at ways to reduce medical mistakes Oct 24, 2003 Legislature labeled personal injury lawsuits as a prime cause, passing a bill that would have imposed new restrictions not only on medical malpractice claims ... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO) Doctors hope law boosts patient care Oct 18, 2003 Texas is one of a few states that have recently tackled soaring medical malpractice claims and the booming malpractice insurance rates that accompany them. ... (CNN) Explore and Adapt to Changing Regulations at The Illinois CPA ... Oct 22, 2003 ...minimize their transfer taxes. Also, find out what you need to know to avoid tax services malpractice claims. Take advantage of ... (Yahoo News (press release)) Follow-ups after breast exams are higher in US than UK Oct 22, 2003 Published in this week's Journal of the American Medical Association, the study authors suggest that fears over malpractice claims among US doctors, and the ... (Oakland Tribune, CA) Malpractice payoffs up in Philly Oct 20, 2003 ...to plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases have jumped almost 20 percent in Philadelphia since last summer, despite new reforms to limit malpractice claims. ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) State fears malpractice suit liability Oct 10, 2003 ...millions of dollars. Things could be worse, if Nebraska did not have a cap on medical malpractice claims. The Legislature passed ... (Fremont Tribune, NE) State's malpractice fund faces $128M shortfall Oct 16, 2003 By MICHAEL HINKELMAN. The state-run insurance fund that provides extra coverage for doctors to pay medical malpractice claims has only $65 million in the till. ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) The dangers of bile duct injury Oct 22, 2003 In one case in 200, the patient experiences injury to the bile duct as a complication and this is the leading cause of malpractice claims against general ... (HealthandAge.com) High punitive damages are playing havoc with the public interest ... Oct 28, 2003 ...business failure, or in playgrounds and swimming pools closed out of fear of lawsuits, or in doctors who can't doctor, haunted by potential malpractice claims. ... (The Free Lance-Star, VA) Navigators Pro Unveils LPL Magistrate-SM- - Lawyers' Professional ... Oct 27, 2003 Professional Liability Policy. Law firms are exposed to an escalation in the severity of legal malpractice claims. LPL Magistrate ... (Business Wire (press release)) Navigators Pro Offers New Lawyers' Professional Liability Policy Oct 28, 2003 The bulletin noted that law firms have experienced "an escalation in the severity of legal malpractice claims," and indicated that "LPL Magistrate(SM) responds ... (Insurance Journal) Physicians and lawyers at odds over malpractice Oct 19, 2003 The Association of Trial Lawyers in America, however, says laws capping medical malpractice claims may only benefit insurance companies without driving ... (Indianapolis Star, IN) LAWYER SAYS INSURANCE TO BLAME FOR RISING COST OFMALPRACTICE Oct 12, 2003 But the investigative arm of the Congress, the General Accounting Office, concluded in June that "losses on medical malpractice claims -- which make up the ... (The Southern Illinoisan, IL) New Fla. Doctor-Owned Company Ready for Business Oct 10, 2003 HUGFL was created to provide Florida doctors with permanent and reliable protection against medical malpractice claims," said Salman. ... (Insurance Journal) How to solve the health care crisis Oct 14, 2003 It was hit by the HIH collapse, a blow-out in malpractice claims and rising re-insurance costs and went into provisional liquidation in 2002. ... (Green Left, Australia) Doctors remove feeding tube keeping disabled woman alive Oct 15, 2003 In 1993, the Schiavos were awarded more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims against the doctors who failed to diagnose her chemical imbalance. ... (Naples Daily News, FL) Doctors seek to head off lawsuits Oct 13, 2003 ...their practices. If the cost of defending against malpractice claims drops, they expect their premiums to drop, too. Besides that ... (Deseret News, UT) Doctors will see coverage expire Oct 9, 2003 ...insurance reinstated. The physicians wouldn't discuss how many or the value of malpractice claims against them last year. But Kurt ... (St. Louis Dispatch, MO) Jury awards should be high sometimes Oct 15, 2003 Neither of the cases of Ella Barnhart nor Joshua Dunbar — both in the news recently — were medical malpractice claims, but they were civil claims that ... (York Daily Record, PA) Brain-Damaged Fla. Woman Denied Communion Oct 19, 2003 Michael Schiavo collected more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the chemical imbalance. ... (ABC News) No communion for dying woman Oct 19, 2003 Michael Schiavo collected more than $1m in medical malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the chemical imbalance. ... (News24, South Africa) Judge denies last ditch effort by parents of dying Terri Schiavo Oct 17, 2003 Michael Schiavo collected more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose Terri Schiavo's chemical imbalance. ... (Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel, FL) Schiavo is denied Catholic last rite Oct 19, 2003 Mr. Schiavo collected more than $1 million in medical-malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the chemical imbalance. ... (Washington Times, DC) Priest Blocked from Final Communion Oct 19, 2003 Her husband Michael Schiavo collected more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the chemical imbalance. ... (WPVI, PA) Priest denied permisison to give Schiavo rites Oct 19, 2003 ...damaged. Her husband collected more than $1 million in malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the imbalance. ... (Philadelphia Inquirer, PA) Family holds on to hope Oct 19, 2003 Her husband, Michael Schiavo, collected more than $1 million in medical-malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the chemical imbalance. ... (The Tallahassee Democrat) AAFP: Family Physicians Need to Thoroughly Investigate Chest Pain Oct 12, 2003 The most common reason for malpractice claims against family physicians is missed diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction (MI). ... (Doctor's Guide (press release)) Courts deny efforts of Schiavo's parents Oct 18, 2003 Michael Schiavo collected more than $1 million in medical-malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose Terri Schiavo's chemical imbalance. ... (The Tallahassee Democrat) Relatives cling to hope after feeding ends Oct 19, 2003 Her husband, Michael Schiavo, collected more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the chemical imbalance. ... (South Florida Sun-Sentinel, FL) Woman expected to die in 7-10 days Oct 16, 2003 That year, Michael and Terri Schiavo were awarded more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims against the doctors who failed to diagnose her chemical ... (Florida Today, FL) Whitfield touts Fletcher's Rx Oct 13, 2003 Whitfield pointed out that Fletcher has twice supported federal legislation to limit the size of jury verdicts stemming from medical malpractice claims ... (Henderson Gleaner, KY) State Disciplines Nearly 50 Doctors Oct 21, 2003 ...adequate medical records, prescribed medications and treatments in a nontherapeutic manner, and has been subject to 18 meritorious medical malpractice claims ... (NBC5i.com, TX) Big Island report Oct 10, 2003 Manibog said he will continue with his Los Angeles law practice, specializing in personal injury and medical malpractice claims. ... (Hawaii Tribune-Herald, HI) Navigators Pro Offers New Lawyers' Professional Liability Policy 28 Oct 2003 The bulletin noted that law firms have experienced "an escalation in the severity of legal malpractice claims," and indicated that "LPL Magistrate(SM) responds ... (Insurance Journal) Family Concerned for Others Seeking Malpractice Claims Oct 14, 2003 By Darryl Tardy. JACKSONVILLE, FL-- On Tuesday, a former First Coast cheerleader went back to Brooks Rehab Center to say thank you ... (WJXX, FL) Navigators Pro Unveils LPL Magistrate-SM- - Lawyers' Professional ... Oct 27, 2003 Professional Liability Policy. Law firms are exposed to an escalation in the severity of legal malpractice claims. LPL Magistrate ... (Business Wire (press release)) Study identifies risk factors for refractive surgery malpractice ... Oct 23, 2003 SAN FRANCISCO--Refractive surgeons in high-volume surgery practices are more likely to face malpractice claims and lawsuits than their colleagues. ... (EurekAlert, DC) Why one short-seller sees trouble for Fairfax Oct 22, 2003 Basically, reserves were insufficient to pay workers compensation or medical malpractice claims, because the premiums were paid in the 1980s, and the claims ... (National Post, Canada) Health care panelists looking at ways to reduce medical mistakes Oct 24, 2003 Legislature labeled personal injury lawsuits as a prime cause, passing a bill that would have imposed new restrictions not only on medical malpractice claims ... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO) Doctors hope law boosts patient care Oct 18, 2003 Texas is one of a few states that have recently tackled soaring medical malpractice claims and the booming malpractice insurance rates that accompany them. ... (CNN) Explore and Adapt to Changing Regulations at The Illinois CPA ... Oct 22, 2003 ...minimize their transfer taxes. Also, find out what you need to know to avoid tax services malpractice claims. Take advantage of ... (Yahoo News (press release)) Follow-ups after breast exams are higher in US than UK Oct 22, 2003 Published in this week's Journal of the American Medical Association, the study authors suggest that fears over malpractice claims among US doctors, and the ... (Oakland Tribune, CA) Malpractice payoffs up in Philly Oct 20, 2003 ...to plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases have jumped almost 20 percent in Philadelphia since last summer, despite new reforms to limit malpractice claims. ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) State's malpractice fund faces $128M shortfall Oct 16, 2003 By MICHAEL HINKELMAN. The state-run insurance fund that provides extra coverage for doctors to pay medical malpractice claims has only $65 million in the till. ... (Philadelphia Daily News, PA) State Disciplines Nearly 50 Doctors Oct 21, 2003 ...adequate medical records, prescribed medications and treatments in a nontherapeutic manner, and has been subject to 18 meritorious medical malpractice claims ... (NBC5i.com, TX) The dangers of bile duct injury Oct 22, 2003 In one case in 200, the patient experiences injury to the bile duct as a complication and this is the leading cause of malpractice claims against general ... (HealthandAge.com) Physicians and lawyers at odds over malpractice Oct 19, 2003 The Association of Trial Lawyers in America, however, says laws capping medical malpractice claims may only benefit insurance companies without driving ... (Indianapolis Star, IN) How to solve the health care crisis Oct 14, 2003 It was hit by the HIH collapse, a blow-out in malpractice claims and rising re-insurance costs and went into provisional liquidation in 2002. ... (Green Left, Australia) Is Medical Malpractice Academic? Oct 7, 2003 Waters and her colleagues, whose study appears in a recent issue of Quality and Safety in Health Care, analyzed malpractice claims against 30,000-odd doctors ... (Atlanta Journal Constitution, GA) Doctors remove feeding tube keeping disabled woman alive Oct 15, 2003 In 1993, the Schiavos were awarded more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims against the doctors who failed to diagnose her chemical imbalance. ... (Naples Daily News, FL) Doctors seek to head off lawsuits Oct 13, 2003 ...their practices. If the cost of defending against malpractice claims drops, they expect their premiums to drop, too. Besides that ... (Deseret News, UT) Jury awards should be high sometimes Oct 15, 2003 Neither of the cases of Ella Barnhart nor Joshua Dunbar — both in the news recently — were medical malpractice claims, but they were civil claims that ... (York Daily Record, PA) Brain-Damaged Fla. Woman Denied Communion Oct 19, 2003 Michael Schiavo collected more than $1 million in medical malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the chemical imbalance. ... (ABC News) No communion for dying woman Oct 19, 2003 Michael Schiavo collected more than $1m in medical malpractice claims against doctors who failed to diagnose the chemical imbalance. ... (News24, South Africa) Tuck supports tort review panel Sep 30, 2003 Gov. Amy Tuck said she supports the creation of a panel to review malpractice claims and lowering the cap on non-economic damages from $500,000 to $250,000. ... (Hattiesburg American, MS) Judge denies last ditch effort by parents of dying Terri Schiavo Oct 17, 2003 Michael Schiavo collected more than $1 million in medical malpractice |