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 unmeritorious 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