Legal News

Stories about physicians and other healthcare professionals involved in lawsuits—as either a plaintiff or a defendantor accused of breaking the law. Various legal updates or unusual stories in the news may land here.

Thumbnail

State suspends radiologist CEO’s medical license after multiple alleged misreads

“Every radiologist should have grave concerns about this ruling and think twice about practicing in the state," The Medical Group's Anand P. Lalaji, MD, said Monday. 

Insurance telemarketing CEO sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for lying to consumers

The owner of a health insurance telemarketing company was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for selling limited indemnity health insurance plans using false and deceptive practices. The FTC had the courts liquidate the companys assets earlier this year. 

hospital ransomware cybercrime hacking

North Korean hospital hacker indicted in the US

A North Korean national who may or may not still reside in his home country has been indicted for allegedly leading ransomware attacks against U.S. hospitals.

Thumbnail

Congress pushes back on the Supreme Court overturning Chevron Doctrine

Elizabeth Warren has introduced the Stop Corporate Capture Act (SCCA) to reestablish a working regulatory framework for federal agencies.

Medical malpractice gavel diagnostic error mistake stethoscope

Radiology referral system change led to deadly cancer diagnosis delay, government watchdog says

The case dates to 2017, when the unidentified woman began undergoing surveillance ultrasounds every six months, as she was susceptible to liver disease. 

Thumbnail

UnitedHealth sued by pharmacists, providers hurt by Change Healthcare hack

The National Community Pharmacists Association and nearly 40 provider groups are seeking class-action status for their lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group and its subsidiaries. The plaintiffs argue they are still struggling to file claims after the February breach of Change Healthcare.

Thumbnail

Radiologist loses appeal in case claiming former practice wrongfully terminated him in violation of FMLA

Jason M. Browning, MD, worked for Bay Radiology Associates in Florida for a decade, but problems emerged at the group after Hurricane Michael in 2018. 

Thumbnail

DaVita to pay $34M to settle kickback allegations

The U.S. Department of Justice claimed the dialysis chain was sending kickbacks and favors to physicians in exchange for patient referrals.