Understanding the Loss of Chance doctrine in medical malpractice.
This course provides an in-depth analysis of the Lost Chance Doctrine in medical malpractice cases. Participants will explore when this legal theory applies, how it affects causation and damages, and common pitfalls that can lead to losing a case. Legal professionals will gain practical insights into using this doctrine effectively in litigation, ensuring they can advocate for their clients with confidence.
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FELDMAN, KLEIDMAN, COFFEY & SAPPE LLP
Kathryn C. Collins focuses on medical malpractice litigation, professional liability litigation, and general liability litigation. She has extensive experience in the defense and counseling of physicians, dentists, podiatrists, mental health providers, hospitals, and nursing homes. Her work as a liability lawyer has also involved representing attorneys and others in professional malpractice claims. Kathryn C. Collins graduated cum laude from SUNY Purchase with a BA in English and received her JD from Brooklyn Law School.
ALAN W. CLARK & ASSOCIATES
Alan's firm has represented clients who were seriously injured in cases involving medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, workers' compensation, unsafe and defective products, and medications for 43 years. He is Board Certified and Re-Certified in Medical Professional Liability by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys, and his firm has recently joined with Duffy & Duffy to bring more than 70 years of combined experience to work for their clients.
