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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
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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
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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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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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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
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Why court should uphold medical liability statute of limitations

An AMA Litigation Center brief explains the important role time limits play in keeping medical liability insurance rates low and ensuring fair trials.

Sustainability
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How Oregon’s top court erred in striking down noneconomic damages cap

The ruling might cause some physicians to relocate or offer fewer services.

Payment & Delivery Models
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Sept. 4, 2020: Advocacy spotlight: Get facetime with Congress to hit on key pandemic relief measures

Get facetime with Congress to hit on key pandemic relief measures in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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5 MIN READ

Get FaceTime with Congress to hit on key pandemic relief measures

Lack of progress on COVID-19 financial relief is frustrating, but the Congressional recess offers a chance to connect with legislators that needs to be taken.

Sustainability