by PPN | Jul 30, 2026 | latest_news, National, News, Newsletter
Nuclear verdicts are reshaping the liability landscape Physicians may be facing fewer lawsuits, but the price tag on those claims that do occur is climbing fast — and further driving up the price patients pay for care. In a new analysis, Robert E. White Jr., president...
by PPN | Jun 30, 2026 | latest_news, National, News, Newsletter
Liability awards draw concern in long-term care Large jury awards in skilled nursing and senior care settings are drawing increased attention as health care providers and industry leaders warn of growing pressure on the medical liability environment. Reporting in...
by PPN | May 28, 2026 | latest_news, National, News, Newsletter
Liability pressures continue climbing, AMA warns New research from the American Medical Association underscores the continuing financial and professional strain the nation’s broken medical liability system places on physicians and the broader health care system. Two...
by PPN | Apr 28, 2026 | latest_news, National, News, Newsletter
Litigation with medical liability implications heard by U.S. Supreme Court A legal fight before the U.S. Supreme Court could lead to new avenues for increased litigation and opportunities for medical lawsuit abuse. Ahead of oral arguments heard earlier this month,...
by PPN | Mar 30, 2026 | latest_news, National, News, Newsletter
Close call: Costly attempt at dismantling liability limits avoided in Virginia…for now Virginia lawmakers came close to dramatically reshaping the state’s medical liability landscape, attempting to more than double the state’s reasonable limits on liability...
by PPN | Feb 26, 2026 | latest_news, National, News, Newsletter
New Mexico lawmakers vote to restore balance to medical liability system New Mexico lawmakers have taken a major step toward stabilizing the state’s medical liability climate and preserving patient access to care. According to Source NM, the Senate passed House Bill...
