Essential Legal Updates & Risk Management Strategies for Healthcare Professionals in the Nuclear Verdict Era
Thursday, November 14 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Convene Two Commerce Square, 2001 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Happy Hour Following
PA and NJ CLE Credits Available
*No press or media are permitted to attend this event*
We invite you to an exclusive event tailored for legal professionals, risk managers, and insurers in the healthcare industry. Mark your calendars for an insightful and comprehensive seminar addressing critical trends and strategies in healthcare-related legal matters.
Event Highlights:
Current Trends in Medical Malpractice Cases
9:15 a.m. – 10: 15 a.m. | Nick Gaudiosi – Aon, Stuart O’Neal, Esq. – Burns White
In the past three to four years, medical malpractice cases have increasingly earned a reputation for yielding nuclear verdicts. However, some claims have escalated beyond reasonable bounds. This presentation explores the factors contributing to this trend, what the industry is doing in response, and whether it may persist moving forward. We will delve into defensive strategies, venue considerations, and real-time risk mitigation tactics in detail.
Mitigation Strategies in Significant Injury Cases
10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. | Samantha Conway, Esq. – Burns White, Rick Margulies, Esq. – Burns White
Given the rising trend of nuclear verdicts in medical malpractice cases, especially those involving significant injuries, it has become crucial to implement effective mitigation strategies throughout the litigation process. This presentation will explore key techniques that attorneys and legal teams can adopt at various stages of the case, from discovery and expert report development through trial. Attendees will gain insights into practical approaches to reduce the risk of excessive verdicts and navigate the evolving landscape of medical malpractice litigation.
Addressing Sexual Misconduct Allegations in a Healthcare Setting
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Anne Frankel, Esq. – Burns White, Andrew Hazi, Esq. – Burns White
The potential for sexual misconduct in a healthcare setting requires an intentional approach to mitigate exposure. This presentation will review sexual misconduct allegations in a healthcare setting and address mitigation and defense through a deliberate defense strategy, the role of experts, considerations for institutional exposure, and management of emotional dynamics.
New Jersey Medical Malpractice Cases
1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Monica Fillmore, Esq. – Burns White
This presentation offers a comprehensive overview of the nuanced aspects of New Jersey case law concerning medical malpractice claims. Attendees will explore key issues including the specific requirements for expert witnesses and depositions, and how to assert defenses for pre-existing conditions. Additionally, the session will address the application of the Charitable Immunity Statute, the complexities of joint and several liability, and strategic considerations in motion practice. Through case examples and legal analysis, this presentation will equip legal professionals with a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of medical malpractice litigation in New Jersey.
Defending Elder Care Actions
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Ahsan Jafry, Esq. – Burns White, Mark Hartig, Esq. – Burns White, Bill Mundy, Esq. – Burns White
This session offers an overview of allegations and issues unique to long-term care litigation and strategies used to defend against these claims. Topics covered will include enforceability of arbitration agreements, review of how policies and procedures and federal and state regulations can impact defining the standard of care, explanation of the Minimum Data Assessment (MDS) and how it is used/exploited by Plaintiffs to support their claims, and an overview of strategies used to defend against staffing claims in light of recent federal regulatory efforts to establish minimum staffing levels.
The Role of Outside General Counsel (GC) and Adjusters
2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. | Samantha Conway, Esq. – Burns White, Daniel Martz, Esq.- Burns White, Jill Graziano, Esq. – Temple University, Holli Sands Arrison, Esq. – University of Pennsylvania, Mary Kay Schwemmer, Esq. – Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Lisa Prince, Esq. – CNA
This expert panel discussion, chaired by two of our experienced trial attorneys, will focus on the coordination and cooperation between general counsel, adjusters, and outside counsel in the early identification of potentially high-exposure cases, steps to either resolve or aggressively work up and try, and the unique aspects of defending academic medical centers in high stakes litigation.
Who Should Attend:
- Legal professionals specializing in healthcare and medical malpractice
- Risk managers and compliance officers in healthcare organizations
- Insurance adjusters and claims handlers
- Outside General Counsel (GC) and legal advisors
- Healthcare administrators and executives
Why Attend:
Stay ahead of the curve in healthcare legal practices and risk management. Our expert speakers and panelists will provide you with valuable knowledge, practical insights, and actionable strategies to navigate the complexities of healthcare-related legal challenges effectively.