Earlier this month, the Obama administration approved funds to be distributed to universities, medical centers, and state health departments in an attempt to reduce the costs and number of medical malpractice suits across the country. 25 million dollars worth of grants will hopefully reduce injury and improve doctor/patient communication, and as a result lower liability insurance premiums and minimize medical malpractice lawsuits.
President Obama promised Republicans in Congress last September that he would address the issue of medical malpractice in the United States. He stated, "I don't believe malpractice reform is a silver bullet, but I've talked to enough doctors to know that defensive medicine may be contributing unnecessary costs".
If your or someone you love has been a victim of medical malpractice, contact the Chicago medical malpractice attorneys of Friedman & Bonebrake, P.C. at 312-466-8200 to learn more about your rights.