2015

Laurie Drill-Mellum M.D. offers Tips for Living Under the Cloud of Malpractice Litigation

To say that litigation results in significant stress is to state the obvious, but finding a way to live under the cloud of litigation takes more mindful and intentional action. There are many things one can do to mitigate the myriad negative feelings that can arise during what might be the darkest days of one’s… Read More »Laurie Drill-Mellum M.D. offers Tips for Living Under the Cloud of Malpractice Litigation

Defense Attorney Brian Whitelaw on Working with the Claims Representative

In my experience, the insurance claims representative will usually do anything in his or her power to work toward a successful outcome on your behalf. Many insurance companies would rather spend a great deal of money defending a defensible case even if it can be settled for far less. Why? Because that practice discourages the… Read More »Defense Attorney Brian Whitelaw on Working with the Claims Representative

Defense Attorney Brian Whitelaw on Questions and Conflicts about Legal Representation

After your attorney is selected, some physicians consider whether or not to hire an attorney of their own. There are several reasons to consider doing so. If your exposure exceeds your policy limits, consider retaining personal counsel. Personal counsel will have as a primary goal the protection of your assets where there is excess exposure.… Read More »Defense Attorney Brian Whitelaw on Questions and Conflicts about Legal Representation