title: On physicians and litigation.
abstract: Because litigation involving physicians has come to influence the practice of medicine in several ways, we describe many of the legal processes involved. We also offer specific advice in regard to steps which can be effectively taken, and those which should be avoided. We close with a plea for active participation by physicians in the judicial process and in the promulgation of appropriate legislation.
authors.affiliation: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia.
authors.forename: R E
authors.initials: RE
authors.lastname: Merrill
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Wiggins
mesh_terms: D005104:Expert Testimony; D007341:Insurance; D008318:Malpractice / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D010820:Physicians / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D014481:United States