The New York Court of Appeals recently issued a decision in the Myers v. Schneiderman matter. 30 N.Y.3d 1 (2017). The case involved a group of terminally ill patients and medical providers who brought an action in New York, challenging the interpretation of the...
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Medical records are an important part of a patient's care. Proper documentation throughout the course of treatment is essential. Various regulations are in place to help better ensure that medical records are in order. What are the rules when it comes to record...
Accused of medical malpractice? Avoid these common errors.
An accusation of medical malpractice can have a damaging impact on one's career. However, as noted in an earlier post, defenses are available that can help those who face these accusations. In addition to building a strong defense, it is also important to know some of...
FAQs about investigations by New York’s Medical Conduct Program
An investigation by the New York State Department's Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC) and state Board for Professional Medical Conduct can result in serious ramifications. The investigation can negatively impact a professional's reputation and put his or...
4 examples of defenses to medical malpractice claims in NY
A false accusation of medical malpractice can be devastating to a medical professional's practice. Defenses are available for those who face these accusations. Four common examples include: Within accepted standard of care. Generally, medical malpractice claims fall...
Medical error not the cause of most CP cases
Doctors, nurses and other health care professionals in New York know that pregnancy, labor and delivery can be exciting times and experiences for parents yet there are always some risks associated with them. Sadly, medical errors are often pointed to as the causes of...
Court of Appeals enforces terms of insurance policy
On February 19, 2015, the New York Court of Appeals issued a decision upholding Allstate Indemnity Company's disclaimer of coverage under a homeowners' insurance policy in Platek v. Town of Hamburg. The Court enforced the unambiguous language of the policy in holding...
New Procedures for Nurse Practitioners under the NPMA
Daniel Comerford January 22, 2015 No comments Legal Blog Nurse practitioner. Nurse practitioner modernization act. NP. Collaboration. Collaboration agreement. Department of education. NPMA. Written agreement. Physician collaboration, Tarantino Law, the Tarantino Law...
Jonathan Martin Speaks on Miami Dolphins Harassment Case
Last month we addressed the employment law issues involving the Miami Dolphins workplace harassment matter surrounding Richie Incognito and Jonathan Martin (http://tarantinolaw.com/?p=4201) which appeared as guest column in The Buffalo Law Journal...
Brian Weidner Named Speaker for New York State Bar Association Seminar
Attorney Brian Weidner recently presented as a speaker for a New York State Bar Association Continuing Legal Education seminar entitled "Medical Malpractice Litigation: Technique, Strategy, and Procedure." Mr. Weidner's Topic was "Openings and Summations."
