Duffy & Duffy proudly sponsored the inaugural medical malpractice conference hosted by the Medical Malpractice Institute of the New York Bar Association in New York City. This event attracted a diverse audience, including lawyers, claims professionals, and esteemed judges from across the five boroughs and the state. The conference featured a lineup of expert speakers, with a particular focus on practical insights for medical malpractice litigation. Cliff Argintar, a partner at Duffy & Duffy, delivered a captivating presentation titled “Examining Physicians at Trial.” Drawing from his extensive experience, Mr. Argintar shared valuable tips and strategies for conducting effective cross-examinations of medical experts. By using real-world examples from previous trials, he provided attendees with a clear understanding of common evidentiary issues and pitfalls to avoid.
Another highlight of the conference was a presentation by Jim LiCalzi, a partner at Duffy & Duffy, who discussed maximizing damages from a plaintiff’s perspective. Mr. LiCalzi focused on the intricacies of establishing, amplifying and increasing non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering and the loss of enjoyment of life, and economic damages, including loss of past and future earnings. His insights offered invaluable guidance to attorneys seeking to achieve optimal outcomes for their clients.
The conference was a resounding success, drawing hundreds of attendees and garnering significant attention from the legal community. The event not only provided valuable CLE credits, but also fostered meaningful connections among professionals in the field of medical malpractice. Duffy & Duffy’s sponsorship and contributions to the conference solidified their position as leaders in this area of law. Contact our team to learn more about medical malpractice cases.
