Doctors and Litigation

10/13/2026

There’s a particular kind of isolation that can come with litigation—the feeling that everyone else is coping better than you are.

In Life After Litigation, Part 2, Dr. Gita Pensa is joined by Dr. Mel Herbert — Founder and Executive Chair of EM:RAP, Medical Expert and Staff Writer on The Pitt, author, ER doc, and, as he puts it, “average guy.”

Together, they talk candidly about depression, sadness, self-help, and the realization that struggling after a difficult professional experience isn’t a unique or unusual story.

For high-achieving, Type A physicians who are accustomed to exceeding expectations, simply admitting “I don’t feel good” can be incredibly difficult.

But physicians going through litigation aren’t Navy SEALs. They’re doctors. And they’re human.

🎧 Listen to Life After Litigation, Part 2: apple.co/4dlrNGD

10/09/2026

Did you know? Dr. Gita Pensa is part of EM:RAP 🎙️

Alongside her work with Doctors and Litigation, Dr. Pensa has contributed her expertise to EM:RAP, a leading educational resource for the emergency medicine community. EM:RAP materials list Dr. Pensa among its speakers, and its archives include her contributions on topics including medicolegal challenges.

It’s another part of Dr. Pensa’s longstanding commitment to helping emergency physicians navigate not only the medicine, but also the complex realities that come with practicing it.

From emergency medicine education to litigation education, the goal remains the same: giving clinicians practical knowledge they can use when it matters.

Explore EM:RAP and keep an ear out for Dr. Pensa. 🎧

10/07/2026

Feedback from a recent malpractice insurer leadership retreat where Gita Pensa, M.D. spoke about the clinician experience of litigation.

Attendees described the presentation as eye-opening, relatable, and engaging, with several noting a greater understanding of the emotional stress clinicians experience during the claims process.

Changing how we support clinicians through litigation starts with understanding what they’re going through.

Learn more about Dr. Pensa’s speaking engagements at DoctorsandLitigation.com

10/05/2026

When clinicians are afraid to talk about being sued, it can reinforce the idea that litigation is something shameful. Dr. Pensa believes medicine has the power to change that culture—simply by being more willing to talk about the experience openly and appropriately.

🎧 Listen to Gita Pensa, M.D. on Reliably Well: Breaking the Stigma Around Litigation RH - Relias Healthcare with Sumner Abraham, M.D. and Joe Johnsey, M.D.: bit.ly/4yy8j9W

10/02/2026

Clinician litigation stress and a lack of understanding of the process can undermine the defense of good medical care. Insuring over 75,000 healthcare providers, Curi Insurance trusts the Defense LEAP program to help prepare their clinician witnesses to rise to the moment.

We are thrilled to share this feedback from their Senior VP of Claims, Kristi Wright.

📌 Curious what better preparation could do for your people? Contact us to start the conversation here: doctorsandlitigation.com/leap-for-clinicians

Disclaimer:

Survey results based on responses from 139 participants who completed both the Defense LEAP course and the post-course satisfaction survey during 2025 and Q1 2026. Response rate was 67% of total course completers. Individual results may vary. This testimonial reflects one individual's experience and opinion and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of specific outcomes for any participant.

09/30/2026

In the most recent episode of “Doctors and Litigation: The L Word Podcast,” Robert E. White, Jr., President of The Doctors Company and TDC Group, discusses The Doctors Company’s claims data and the factors driving declining malpractice claim frequency and rising claim severity.

Listen now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/claims-frequency-and-severity-in-2026-an/id1469155084?i=1000791110603

09/30/2026

Where are the toughest places in the U.S. for medical malpractice litigation?

In the latest episode of The L Word, Robert E. White, Jr., President of The Doctors Company Group, joins Dr. Gita Pensa to discuss the rise of “nuclear verdicts”—medical malpractice jury awards exceeding $10 million—and where they are occurring. The Doctors Company has previously highlighted the growing impact of these verdicts on medical liability.

According to the data, Illinois, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Florida, and California have recorded the highest numbers since tracking began in 2016—with Georgia emerging as a particular hotspot in recent years.

🎧 Hear the full conversation in Claims Frequency and Severity in 2026: apple.co/4AAsru0

09/28/2026

Dr. Gita Pensa is launching a new newsletter this fall, with updates and insights for anyone interested in changing the experience of medical litigation.

And there’s plenty happening with LEAP, too. Following her own recent deposition, Dr. Pensa is adding new insights and content to the LEAP course, and she’s also working on bringing back live LEAP cohorts after hearing from so many of you who wanted them to return.

Sign up to stay updated on:

▫️New LEAP content and live cohort opportunities
▫️Risk management and litigation performance
▫️Coaching and advocacy
▫️New educational offerings
▫️Insights from medicine, law, and insurance

The ultimate goal is to build a community of people who care about these issues and have experiences, knowledge, and successes to share with one another.

📌 Want to be part of what’s coming next? Sign up for the newsletter at DoctorsandLitigation.com

09/21/2026