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State medical liability reform

Download PDFs of state law charts, issue briefs and model legislation to learn how the AMA pursues medical liability laws on the state level to reshape the current medical liability system to better serve both physicians and patients.

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Rule No. 1 for your first employment contract: Hire a lawyer

There is too much at stake in your career to take any terms for granted. Learn how to find a lawyer who specializes in physician employment.

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AMA Update for March 31, 2025: How to find a health care lawyer and negotiating employment contracts for physicians
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How to find a health care lawyer and negotiating employment contracts for physicians

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about negotiating employment contracts for physicians.

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How to find a health care lawyer and negotiating employment contracts for physicians [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about negotiating employment contracts for physicians.

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AMA Update Podcast
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State advocacy

Download an Advocacy Resource Center brochure PDF to learn how the AMA is relentlessly working to advance important state legislative issues that protect patients and physicians.

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Medical liability insurance: What final-year residents should know

Whether you are transitioning to practice or seeking a change midcareer, get up to speed on these medical malpractice insurance basics.

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Is medical liability insurance headed toward a hard market in 2025?

The risk is growing, with new AMA report showing that nearly half of reported medical liability insurance premiums rose from 2023 to 2024.

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Medical liability market research

Find data on medical liability markets, including claim frequency, costs and premiums.

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Physician contracting: Job duties and liability insurance

Find out how to structure your employment contract to ensure you get the work hours and financial protection you want.

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