Who is responsible when a professional athlete is medically cleared to play and a more serious diagnosis emerges afterward? The question has gained national attention following Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts’ diagnosis of blood clots in his leg and lungs. The situation raises important questions about athlete safety, medical clearance, independent clinical judgment, and the…
Imagine treating a professional athlete with a $50 million contract while carrying $1 million in medical malpractice insurance. If a medical error ends that athlete’s career, could your liability exposure exceed your insurance protection? It’s a question physicians working with professional athletes, collegiate programs, and competitive sports organizations should consider before accepting an assignment. A…
Motorsports medicine is moving into the spotlight, but a critical insurance question deserves attention: Does a physician’s existing medical malpractice policy cover professional services provided at a racetrack? For doctors working in emergency medicine, sports medicine, trauma care, rehabilitation, and event medicine, the answer may depend on the specific duties performed, the location of treatment,…