⚖️PAMED Advocates for Fairness in Medical Malpractice Venue Selection

PAMED Advocates for Fairness in Medical Malpractice Venue Selection

This week, PAMED leaders Lorraine Rosamilia, MD (Vice Chair), Ashley Wilkerson, MD (Trustee), and Mark Lopatin, MD (former Trustee) testified before the Pennsylvania Senate State Government Committee in support of Senate Bill 125.

Introduced by Senator Cris Dush of Cameron County, SB 125 is a joint resolution aimed at amending the Pennsylvania Constitution to grant the General Assembly authority over venue legislation in medical malpractice cases.

This proposed amendment seeks to restore fairness and common sense to venue selection by ensuring that cases are tried in the county where the alleged malpractice occurred.

PAMED supports SB 125 and remains committed to working with lawmakers to uphold justice and integrity in Pennsylvania’s medical legal system. Thank you to our physician leaders for standing up for fairness and advocating on behalf of Pennsylvania’s medical community!

Related read: Dr. Wilkerson was quoted in KYW News Should venue shopping be allowed in civil lawsuits?

FTC Invites Public Comment on Noncompete Agreements

The Federal Trade Commission invites public comment to better understand the scope, prevalence, and effects of employer noncompete agreements, as well as to gather information to inform possible future enforcement actions. Members of the public including current and former employees restricted by noncompete agreements, and employers facing hiring difficulties due to a rival’s noncompete agreements, are encouraged to share information about the use of noncompete agreements.

If you would like to submit comments, please submit no later than Monday, Nov. 3 by 11:59 p.m.

Bridging Medicine & Law: Joint Medical/Legal Conference

🗓️Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 8 a.m.

There's still time to sign up for the in-person joint medical and legal conference in Harrisburg, PA. Hosted by PAMED and the Pennsylvania Bar Association, conference is designed for physicians and attorneys to learn together with:

Conversations on private equity, venue reform, physician employment contracts, and more exciting topics at the intersection of health care and law.
A discussion with PAMED President Lynn Lucas-Fehm, MD, JD, on the rise of private equity investment in medical practices.
The opportunity to earn CME!

Join your colleagues!

PAMED Partner Webinar: Building Your Financial Future in Medicine

🗓️ Monday, Nov. 10 at 3 p.m.

Starting your medical career can feel daunting—but the right guidance makes all the difference. Join PAMED Partner, Panacea Financial, for a practical webinar designed to help new physicians navigate the transition into practice. From understanding contracts and compensation to managing loans, securing insurance, and building a strong financial foundation, this session offers actionable strategies to set you up for long-term success.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain clarity and confidence as you take your first steps into professional practice.

Navigating the MultiPlan Litigation: What Physician Practices and Facilities Need to Know

🗓️Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 12 p.m.

Join us for a timely webinar on the sweeping federal antitrust case against MultiPlan and major insurers, alleging a price-fixing conspiracy that cost providers billions. Matt Lavin, AGG Healthcare Litigation partner, will walk through the litigation’s origins, key legal developments and strategies for affected providers to consider.