Frequently Asked Questions

• What happens if a complaint is filed against me with the State Medical Board of Ohio?
  First, the Board secretary and Supervising Member determine if the State Medical Board has jurisdiction. If it is determined that the allegations of the complaint fall within the jurisdiction … more
• What is the potential liability in a medical malpractice case in Ohio?
  While Ohio law does not limit the amount of economic damages that a plaintiff may recover in a medical malpractice case, it does provide specific limits on noneconomic damages and on punitive … more
• When would a jury find a doctor guilty of medical malpractice?
  A jury may find a doctor guilty of medical malpractice if the plaintiff proves that the doctor was negligent under the law. Some common scenarios that result in findings of medical malpractice … more

Legal Articles

• What is the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998 (WHCRA)?
  The WHCRA is a federal law that provides women with certain rights after they have had a mastectomy, which is most commonly the result of breast cancer, but may be the result of other health conditions, as well. If you are a woman who has had or will have a mastectomy, the WHCRA provides you with important rights and benefits.   If your group or individual health insurance plan … more
• What is the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act of 1985?
  The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act of 1985 (“EMTALA”) was passed as part of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1986, a federal law that is more commonly known as “COBRA”. EMTALA is the portion of COBRA that determines the circumstances under which a patient can be refused medical treatment, and/or be transferred to another … more

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