Medical Malpractice Mediation: Benefits Gained, Opportunities Lost
By Carol B. Liebman, February 8, 2012
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Through the discussion of two cases brought against New York hospitals, this article examines the role of mediation in medical malpractice disputes. The benefits of mediation include improved patient safety and financial savings for both parties. However, for mediation to work successfully, government officials and health care providers must give guidance as to how conflicts should be handled and the role of the lawyer and physician involved.
