September 22, 2026, Medscape
Waning Risks, Higher Stakes: Medscape Physicians and Malpractice Report 2026
Robert E. White, Jr., President of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, provides perspective on current medical malpractice trends and the forces driving rising claim severity.
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March 02, 2026, Insurance Business
Neurology Malpractice Risk Driven by Diagnostic Error, Communication Failures, and Rising Severity
Diagnostic complexity, communication breakdowns, and supervision failures are emerging as persistent drivers of malpractice risk in neurology, with claims data reinforcing concerns about rising severity and the potential for outsized jury awards.
March 19, 2026, Medscape
When the Malpractice Suit Comes: A Mental Health Guide
Facing a malpractice suit can deeply impact a physician's mental health, often leading to stress and self-doubt. Understanding its commonality and seeking support can help doctors cope with the emotional challenges of litigation.
March 12, 2026, Claims Journal
Report: Allegations Related to Diagnoses Most Common in Malpractice Claims
Diagnosis-related allegations of malpractice are the most common in neurology claims, a new report from The Doctors Company shows.
August 01, 2026, Patient Safety Monitor Journal
Closing Accountability Gaps to Improve Patient Safety in Hospitals
Clear roles, effective communication, reliable follow-up, and system-level safeguards can help hospitals reduce preventable harm and close patient safety gaps during handoffs and transitions of care.
July 06, 2026, Insurance Business
Plastic Surgery Claims Study Flags Clinical Judgment as Costliest Malpractice Driver
A study by The Doctors Company of nearly 2,000 closed plastic surgery claims reveals a counterintuitive gap between claim frequency and financial exposure.
May 12, 2025, Part B News
OK to Promote Your Practice to Outside Patients, but Watch Poaching Concerns
Richard Cahill, JD, Vice President and Associate General Counsel, The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, provides considerations for healthcare providers when recruiting patients following a medical office closure.
July 01, 2025, MedCentral
Malpractice Risks for Neurologists: How to Avoid a Lawsuit
Diagnostic error is the most prevalent reason for lawsuits against neurologists, occurring in about one-third of the claims. Experts share top strategies to reduce malpractice risk, including documentation, vigilance about differential diagnoses, and more.
March 03, 2025, Part B News
Bird Flu, Measles Spread: If You’re Nearby, Take Precautionary Steps
Rich Cahill, Vice President and Associate General Counsel for The Doctors Company, part of TDC Group, shares the most up-to-date guidance on managing bird flu and measles.
April 01, 2025, Healthcare Risk Management
Avoid the Common Pitfalls in Medical Documentation
Daniel Kent Cassavar, MD, MBA, FACC, Medical Director, The Doctors Company and TDC Group, discusses the importance of accurate and thorough healthcare documentation.
