malpractice reform

Malpractice Mediation Bill Heads to Senate Floor

SB 483 has the ringing endorsement of Gov. John Kitzhaber, who praised the ability of doctors and attorneys to come together on a resolution aimed at reducing liability costs and litigation after serious medical errors
March 1, 2013 — The Joint Ways & Means Committee passed Senate Bill 483 by unanimous consent, moving the bill to the Senate floor next week that would create a voluntary system to mediate disputes over serious health incidents and avoid litigation. Read More >>

Malpractice Legislation Nearly Ready to See Daylight

The legislative draft calls for physicians to discuss serious medical errors with their patients and, depending on the severity of the problem, offer them a financial settlement outside the courtroom
November 15, 2012 -- After months of negotiations between trial lawyers and physicians, legislators are optimistic about reaching a consensus on medical malpractice reform when they gather in Salem next month. All along the goal has been to find a way of reducing lawsuits while creating a safer patient environment. Read More >>

Republicans Back Off Tort Reform Demands

Attempts to reform medical liability insurance and defensive medicine are going to take more time
May 6, 2011 – Republicans on the committee to transform the Oregon Health Plan signaled this week they might be willing to back off their immediate demands for tort reform. Read More >>
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