Brad O'Brien
Brad O’Brien, president of The Doctors Insurance Agency, has worked in the medical malpractice field since 1988. He is located in Novato, California.
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Professional Education
Team Physicians: Mitigating Liability Risks
Physicians serving as volunteer team physicians for high school or other community sports programs are often unaware of potential liability risks.
January 03, 2024, Urology Times
Expert Advice on Safeguarding Your Practice When Implementing Telehealth
Richard Cahill, JD, Vice President and Associate General Counsel, The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, provides considerations for healthcare providers to ensure they are following the proper protocols regarding telehealth.
October 21, 2025, Becker's Physician Leadership
Inflation Fueling ‘Nuclear’ Malpractice Verdicts
“Nuclear verdicts”—jury awards of $10 million or more—are becoming increasingly common in malpractice cases against hospitals and physicians. Economic and social inflation are key drivers behind the surge.
August 15, 2024, Forbes Technology Council
Cyber Insurance: What It Is, Why You Need It, and Who to Consider
Forbes Technology Council includes The Doctors Company in their recommended list of companies that stand out for their tailored approaches and robust offerings in cyber insurance.
AI in Healthcare: Get Expert Insights
Artificial intelligence (AI) has potential to be a powerful ally for healthcare professionals in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care—while also creating potential new patient safety risks. Hear from experts nationwide on the critical issues around AI.
July 07, 2023, MDLinx
An Indiana Healthcare Provider Mailed Test Results to the Wrong Patient: Is it malpractice?
Nichole M. Pieters, MS, RN, CEN, CPHQ, CPPS, Patient Safety Risk Manager, The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, provides strategies to enhance patient privacy.
Nov 12, 2020
Cardiology Closed Claims Study
This review of 210 cardiology malpractice claims identifies the most common patient allegations and the specific factors contributing to patient injury.
Patient Safety in Dentistry: Communication
Effective communication improves teamwork and creates a safer environment for patients. It can also enhance patient engagement and satisfaction and reduce the risk of professional liability claims, even if an adverse event occurs.
Extended Reporting Period, or Tail, Coverage for Medical Malpractice Insurance: Common and Costly Misconceptions
For many medical professionals, extended reporting period (ERP) coverage, commonly referred to as “tail coverage,” is a vaguely familiar term that they may associate with job change or retirement. Tail coverage extends the period of time during which a claim can be reported to the insurance carrier on a canceled claims-made medical professional liability insurance policy. The extension may be indefinite, or it may be for a predetermined term.
