Supreme Court Ruling in Missouri Restores Constitutional Rights
  • Aug 27, 2012

Supreme Court Ruling in Missouri Restores Constitutional Rights

On July 31, 2012, the Supreme Court of Missouri overruled its own precedent set by Adams v. Children’s…
Medical Liability: Any Room for Facts?
  • Aug 21, 2012

Medical Liability: Any Room for Facts?

The House of Representatives has (again) passed a bill to cap non-economic and punitive damages nationwide at $250,000.…
New legislation in Massachusetts aims to improve patient rights and safety
  • Aug 20, 2012

New legislation in Massachusetts aims to improve patient rights and safety

Governor Deval Patrick recently signed new legislation in Massachusetts aimed at reducing healthcare costs and improving medical malpractice…
Are there shortcuts to FDA approval for medical devices?
  • Aug 16, 2012

Are there shortcuts to FDA approval for medical devices?

The Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act (FDASIA) was signed into law on July 9, 2012.…
Are frivolous medical malpractice lawsuits driving up medical costs?
  • Aug 14, 2012

Are frivolous medical malpractice lawsuits driving up medical costs?

The myth of frivolous lawsuits and their detrimental effect on the health industry and health-care costs has driven…