Gov. J.B. Pritzker
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4 MIN READ

How this bill would worsen liability climate, hurt the economy

The AMA supports Illinois physicians in seeking the veto of a bill that would impede patients’ access to care and hamper the state’s recovery.

Sustainability
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2 MIN READ

April 9, 2021: Advocacy Update other news

New data show the highest prevalence of medical liability premium increases in 15 years and more in the latest other news in Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 MIN READ

14 states see medical liability insurance rates jump more than 10%

New AMA analysis of 2020 medical liability insurance rates shows why physicians must keep a close watch on what happens next.

Sustainability
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3 MIN READ

AMA issues analysis of medical liability insurance premiums

Finds highest prevalence of premium increases in 15 years.

Press Releases
Closeup of scales of justice
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4 MIN READ

Why “anchoring” practices that push up jury awards must end

Courts shouldn’t let plaintiffs’ attorneys ask juries for sky-high noneconomic damage awards, physicians tell a New York appellate court. Learn more.

Sustainability
Empty jury stand
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4 MIN READ

Jury’s knowledge of potential side effects key to fair verdicts

Pennsylvania’s highest court sides with AMA’s stance on whether a jury should be able to consider a patient’s assumed risk to treatment.

Sustainability
11 MIN READ

Hospital & residency program closure implications FAQs

Guide designed to answer some of the frequently asked questions posed by residents and fellows faced with the closure of their hospital or residency program.

Medical Resident Advocacy
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4 MIN READ

Fate of independent medical ethics decisions in court’s hands

U.S. Supreme Court asked to consider lawsuit challenging a Texas advance-directives law providing protections for tough physician, hospital decisions.

Sustainability
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4 MIN READ

Oct. 30, 2020: Judicial Advocacy Update

Why court should uphold medical liability statute of limitations and more in the latest Judicial Advocacy Update

Advocacy Update