This session aims to unpack the legal implications of medical negligence by examining both civil and criminal liability. Featuring insights from Lucia Swartz-Horne, Senior Claims Specialist, and Erin Cairns, Senior Associate at Clyde & Co. Attorneys, the discussion will explore the differences between civil and criminal proceedings, the legal thresholds for liability, and the consequences for healthcare practitioners found guilty of wrongful actions.
This session combines legal theory and real-life case examples to clarify civil versus criminal liability in medical practice, unpack the evolving legal landscape affecting healthcare professionals, and outline practical steps to mitigate legal risk while upholding the highest standards of care.
Represented by: Erin Cairns