Correctional health care providers operate in one of the most legally complex environments in medicine, where even well-intentioned decisions can lead to litigation. This session offers practical guidance on navigating lawsuits in correctional settings, from understanding the legal process and defending against non-meritorious claims to identifying strategies that reduce risk before litigation begins. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to strengthen documentation, improve defensibility, and help prevent lawsuits altogether.

Educational Objectives

• Describe the basic types of correctional litigation
• Identify strategies to avoid litigation
• Develop approaches to defending suits

Level: Intermediate