Prior to his role as Massachusetts
Bar Association vice president, Jeffrey N. Catalano was one of
the drafters of the new medical malpractice laws. Catalano will discuss the intent of
the new legislation to encourage more transparency and earlier medical negligence claim
resolutions.
Catalano will also address the new laws' procedural requirements and
what is necessary to protect patient rights. Finally, he will also discuss the
anticipated impact of the new legislation on patient safety
efforts.
Faculty:Jeffrey M. Catalano, Esq.
Todd & Weld LLP, Boston
Sponsoring Sections: Health Law Section