For health care providers defending themselves in court, it can feel like a nightmare scenario. Trial starts and it’s going well. The law is on their side, the medicine is on their side, and the facts are on their side. …
Before medical malpractice cases reach trial, Plaintiffs will typically argue that there is an iron clad link between the doctor’s alleged lack of informed consent disclosure and their client’s injury: “If the doctor knew there was a chance this procedure …
What should you expect of your legal team when mounting a defense against a pro se plaintiff? Defending health care providers in malpractice claims brought by pro se plaintiffs presents unique challenges requiring patience, precision, and strategic foresight. Because pro …
Change is inevitable. Getting blindsided by change doesn’t have to be. One significant recent change affects jury selection rules — an important factor in any medical malpractice case. Below, we break down what these new rules mean and how they …
For healthcare professionals involved in medical malpractice litigation, the untimely death of a plaintiff can drastically alter the course of a trial. When a plaintiff passes away after suit is filed, but before they “testified” via written discovery responses or …
One powerful strategic tool we often employ when defending our healthcare clients at trial is alternative causation. In medical malpractice cases, where nuances of causation can be complex and multifaceted, defense attorneys and experts should take the opportunity to present …