Breakout 6 | Nuts & bolds of medical malpractice

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We will discuss the elements of medical malpractice claims in Missouri with reference to statutory requirements and present key practice tips. 

Learning objectives:

• An understanding of the statutory requirements to bring and defend a medical malpractice claim in Missouri.
• The importance of securing all key experts as soon as possible to understand the strengths and weaknesses of the case.
• Doing your own review of all of the medical records (including the audit trail) is imperative.
• Spend time getting to know and preparing your clients, whether you represent the plaintiff or the defendant.

Speakers: Amy Collignon Gunn, Gunn | Slater, St. Louis; Erica B. Slater, Gunn | Slater, St. Louis

Opinions and positions stated by presenters of MoBarCLE programs are those of the presenters and not necessarily those of The Missouri Bar. This program is intended as information for lawyers in Missouri, in conjunction with other research they deem necessary, in the exercise of their independent judgment.