November 05, 2003

Jax Firm to Offer Policy
for Malpractice Legal Expense

A Jacksonville legal expense insurance company recently received approval from the state to offer a legal expense policy covering cases of medical malpractice. Florida Health Professionals Legal Expense Insurance Inc.'s policy provides payment of up to $100,000 for legal fees for representation of medical professionals in malpractice cases, according to a statement released last week. It's designed for health care professionals who have elected not to carry medical malpractice coverage (to "go bare") or who are considering dropping coverage altogether. Posted by Editor at November 5, 2003 10:14 AM