Juror’s Facebook Post Creates New Medical Malpractice Trial
by Michael J. Sacopulos “I’m on jury duty. God help me.” For those of us who have been on jury duty, this thought has probably passed through our head. Perhaps some of us have even muttered it beneath our breath when we received the notice … Read more
Online Doctor Reviews: Do They Track Quality of Care?
Jeffrey Segal, CEO and Founder of Medical Justice, today announced research findings which will be published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Medical Internet Research.
Sometimes you can be sued for things others did …
Sam Bernard showed up at the office of Dr. Edward Goldberg, a gastroenterologist, for a colonoscopy. The anesthesiologist, Dr. Goldweber, gave the patient propofol for sedation. Because the colon prep was inadequate, the case was aborted, and the patient went home. Five months later, the … Read more
Doctors say doctors order too many tests…
This week newspapers reported assorted medical specialty societies are recommending doctors perform fewer tests and procedures. They also urged patients to question the value of these services, if offered.
Online Doctor Reviews – Do They Track Surgeon Volume, a Proxy for Quality of Care
From the Journal of Medical Internet Research
Managing Your Online Reputation
Journal of Medical Practice Management 2012, May/June By: Jeffrey Segal, MD, JD, FACS The world has changed. Patients, now euphemistically called consumers, head to the Internet before choosing their doctor. In 2012 there are over 80 doctor rating sites inviting patients to post their experiences. … Read more
Utah Supreme Court Rules Non-Patients Can Sue Doctors
Utah’s highest court ruled that family members can sue a doctor if something goes wrong with their loved one’s care. Doctors, of course, owe a duty of care to their patients. But, if their care affects non-patients…well, that is mostly new territory.
A Lawsuit Proceeds: Patient Had No Physical Injury
The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania opened the door to allowing patients to sue for negligent infliction of emotional distress. No physical injury needs to accompany the claim. Here’s the background. In March, 2003 (yes, 9 years ago), Jeanelle Toney was pregnant and had a pelvic … Read more
When Doctors Sue Patients – Defamation Is Devastating, but a Lawsuit Could Make It Worse
Florida Medical MagazineBy: Jeffrey Segal, MD, JD, FACS, et al. Before we dive in, some fast advice. Suing a patient for defamation is challenging. It will likely propel you and your practice into the spotlight – and not in a good way. If you are … Read more
An Interesting Legal Case – You Can’t Make This Stuff Up
Jeff Segal, MD, JD, FACS Kyle Richards, 21, an inmate in a Michigan jail, sued the governor and the state over his lack of access to porn. Really. Who is Kyle Richards? He entered a guilty plea to bank robbery. Now, he claims he is … Read more
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