The monthly Pediatricians and the Law column in AAP News provides practical risk management advice for pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists. Access the full collection of Pediatricians and the Law articles to stay apprised of common causes of malpractice actions and steps to reduce liability risk.
It is important to recognize that laws vary state-to-state, and legal decisions are dependent on the particular facts at hand. Therefore, it is vital to consult a qualified attorney for legal issues affecting your practice.
Featured Articles
- Failure to report certain diseases may result in risk to public, penalties for provider
- Tread carefully when divorced parents disagree on vaccination
- Keep tabs on what’s in your National Practitioner Data Bank report
- Understanding the ins and outs of malpractice insurance
- Document ‘informed refusal’ just as you would informed consent
- Disclosing medical errors enhances relationships, reduces legal risks
- Keep abreast of medical liability reforms in your state
- Closed Pediatric Malpractice claims provide lessons to improve patient safety, mitigate liability risks
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Last Updated
12/15/2025
Source
American Academy of Pediatrics