Date : Jun 1, 2012
Rodger Hagen, a senior partner at Meagher & Geer, has authored a chapter on medical malpractice liability trends and defense strategies in a newly published book, Defending Medical Malpractice Claims: Leading Lawyers on Navigating Medical Malpractice Developments and Mounting a Successful Defense (Inside the Minds).
Published by Thomson Reuters Westlaw and Aspatore Books, the book provides an authoritative, insider’s perspective on developing an effective medical malpractice defense. Featuring partners from law firms across the nation, these experts guide the reader through the process of representing doctors and healthcare providers in medical malpractice cases. These top lawyers offer advice on navigating the discovery process, selecting good experts, demonstrating that the client acted appropriately, and helping clients avoid future medical malpractice claims. Additionally, these attorneys discuss legal protections for doctors and healthcare providers, common types and targets of lawsuits, and the increasing role of technology in this area of law.