New Albany Report on Statute of Limitations, Tort Reform & Executive Budget

To give policyholders a concise, insiders’ view of legislative, regulatory and political developments affecting medical malpractice insurance, MLMIC has released a new edition of The Albany Report. This edition includes updates on statute of limitations legislation, tort reform and Governor Cuomo’s executive budget.

Here’s an overview of The Albany Report, Volume 2, Number 1*:

• MLMIC continues to oppose Senate Bill S6800, which modifies and expands the statute of limitations in cases of negligent failure to diagnose a malignant tumor or cancer.
• MLMIC continues to be a major proponent of tort reform, supporting key pieces of legislation.
• MLMIC is monitoring Governor Cuomo’s executive budget for a number of items of interest to the NYS medical malpractice market.

Please consult the report for details.

For over 40 years, MLMIC has been committed to meeting the liability insurance needs of physicians, dentists, hospitals and other healthcare professionals. As a core part of its mission, MLMIC is, and always has been, a strong advocate for the healthcare community and has effectively lobbied for legislative and regulatory reform to address those issues that continue to impact healthcare professionals. The Albany Report is intended to enhance this advocacy.

*UPDATE: This edition is no longer live. Please access the most current version of The Albany Report here.