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Medical Malpractice

Protect your clients from significant litigation costs while giving your firm the confidence to pursue complex medical malpractice claims.

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Managing Risk in Complex Medical Malpractice Cases

Medical malpractice litigation can involve significant disbursements, multiple expert reports, and lengthy proceedings. Building a strong case often requires substantial investment long before a matter reaches resolution.

ARAG's Medical Malpractice ATE solutions are designed to help law firms manage these financial challenges by providing coverage options that support complex, high-value litigation. With protection against eligible disbursements and adverse costs, firms can pursue strong claims with greater confidence.

Benefits for Your Firm

Pursue Strong Cases with Confidence

ATE insurance helps law firms advance meritorious medical malpractice claims without the same level of financial exposure.

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Support Expert-Driven Litigation

Secure critical expert reports and evidence needed to build a strong case.

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Reduce Financial Risk

Help mitigate exposure to significant disbursement costs and potential adverse costs.

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Improve Access to Justice

Remove financial barriers that may prevent clients from pursuing legitimate claims.

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A Solution Built for Complex Medical Malpractice Cases

ARAG identified a need for litigation risk protection in the Canadian medical malpractice market and developed solutions specifically designed for the realities of these cases.

Coverage Options

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Comprehensive Protection

Coverage for eligible disbursements and adverse costs, designed for cases with higher uncertainty or greater financial exposure.

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Targeted Protection

Coverage for eligible disbursements only, ideal when expert evidence and case-building expenses are the primary cost drivers.

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Where Coverage May Apply

ARAG's Medical Malpractice ATE solutions may be suitable for claims involving:

  • Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
  • Surgical errors
  • Anesthesia-related errors
  • Birth injury and childbirth claims
  • Failure to treat
  • Lack of informed consent
  • Other medical malpractice matters

A Trusted Leader in ATE Insurance

Canada's first ATE insurer, ARAG combines legal expertise, data-driven underwriting, and dedicated support to help firms confidently manage litigation risk.

Discuss Your Next Medical Malpractice File

Whether you're evaluating a new matter or looking for protection on an active case, our team can help identify the right ATE solution for your firm's needs.

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