In the healthcare industry, lawsuits are not unusual. Lawsuits against nurses alone are up 58% in the last five years. Allegations of medical malpractice can have long-term effects against healthcare professionals. Unfortunately, many nurses don’t recognize the need for malpractice insurance. Nurses May Believe That They Already Have Coverage There is a common misconception that…
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Do Nurses Need Malpractice Insurance?
It is well-understood that doctors and surgeons require the protections offered in medical malpractice insurance. The high risk of litigation for those fields necessitates an investment in coverage, but are those in the nursing industry vulnerable to similar professional and financial threats? While an employer’s liability insurance offers some protection, it has significant limitations. Claims…
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