Sep 29 2023
Chiropractic practice growth isn’t just about getting new patients; it’s about providing the best possible care for those patients and creating a successful business. However, you must expand your list of clients and revenue sources to serve more patients. But how can chiropractic practices accomplish these goals? Below, our eight tips to help chiropractors grow … Continue reading Eight Tips To Help Chiropractors Grow Their Practice
Sep 26 2023
For many medical professionals like nurse practitioners, being sued for medical malpractice comes with the job. However, knowing the source of negligence claims can help nurse practitioners avoid the hassle and stress of malpractice suits. We detail some common causes for nurse practitioner negligence claims below. Failure To Diagnose Many cases of negligence against nurse … Continue reading 5 Common Causes for Nurse Practitioner Negligence Claims
Sep 12 2023
Like other medical professionals, podiatrists must occasionally contend with malpractice lawsuits from patients. Below, we explain common negligence cases against podiatrists so professionals can understand the source of most liability lawsuits and try to avoid them. Unnecessary Surgery Surgery is a common source of malpractice claims against podiatrists, specifically surgery the patient later feels was … Continue reading Common Negligence Cases Against Podiatrists
The cooperation clause is a common and critical provision in many liability insurance policies. We’ll help you understand everything about the malpractice insurance cooperation clause and what it means for policyholders and insurance providers. What Is the Cooperation Clause? The cooperation clause, or assistance provision, is one of the most common in malpractice and liability … Continue reading Understanding the Malpractice Insurance Cooperation Clause
Sep 08 2023
In many malpractice claims, you can trace the origin of the harm to miscommunication between staff and patients. Many communication errors can cause a malpractice lawsuit, from inaccurate documentation to communication delays between staff. We explain these miscommunications and how they can result in patient harm below. Inaccurate or Illegible Documentation Documentation is one of … Continue reading Communication Errors That Can Cause a Malpractice Lawsuit
Applying and interviewing for a new nursing position is stressful and difficult for many. Some nurses worry about their medical malpractice past and wonder when is the best time to disclose a malpractice case to potential employers. Read on to learn more about this challenging situation and what actions to take. Disclose As Early as … Continue reading When To Disclose a Malpractice Case to Potential Employers
Aug 22 2023
A malpractice insurance face sheet is one of the most useful and important documents in a policy, but do you know what it is? Learn the basics of insurance face sheets for malpractice and professional liability policies below. Malpractice Insurance Face Sheet, Defined An insurance face sheet is sometimes described as a declaration sheet or … Continue reading What Is a Malpractice Insurance Face Sheet?
Aug 08 2023
Tail coverage is integral to many insurance policies for businesses and professionals. We’ll explain everything you need to know about tail coverage in our guide, including how it works and the different types to consider. Occurrence vs. Claims-Made Coverage Before we get into the basics of tail coverage and the different policies it applies to, … Continue reading A Guide to the Different Types of Tail Coverage
Jul 28 2023
Medical malpractice suits are always a concern for medical professionals. Below, we explain the four “Cs” of medical malpractice prevention that each medical professional should know to avoid malpractice cases. Compassion Compassion or caring should be self-explanatory for anyone in the medical profession who wants to help people. Doctors and nurses must sympathize with and … Continue reading 4 “Cs” of Medical Malpractice Prevention
Jul 18 2023
Malpractice cases are an unfortunate part of the job of every health-care provider, including nurse practitioners. Below, we’ll explain the elements of medical malpractice and discuss some common examples of malpractice suits brought against nurse practitioners. The Elements of Medical Malpractice Before we get into examples of professional liability cases against nurse practitioners (NPs), we’ll … Continue reading 5 Malpractice Suits Brought Against Nurse Practitioners
