Reference no: EM132390598

Textbook: Pozgar, G. D. (2016). Legal aspects of health care administration (12th ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.

Discussion

We live in a litigious society. Healthcare providers are generally covered by their employers' professional liability policies. Some, however, feel that they need additional policies to protect them above and beyond the standard coverage. The opposing argument is that if a provider has a million-dollar personal malpractice policy, they become a target for patients and lawyers. What are your thoughts about this?

Assessment

1. Describe the provisions of the Norris-LaGuardia Act.

a. Your response must consist of at least 75 words.

2. How is sexual harassment defined in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964? When does sexual harassment become unlawful? Give an example.

a. Your response must consist of at least 75 words.

3. Define retaliatory discharge. How can an employee defend against such an action by his or her employer?

a. Your response must consist of at least 75 words.

4. Explain the rights and responsibilities of patients and healthcare providers. How are these rights and responsibilities similar?

a. Your response should consist of at least 200 words.

5. Discuss the rights and responsibilities of healthcare providers and medical practices in regards to professional liability insurance.

a. Your response should consist of at least 200 words.