Informed consent (IC) is a two-way educational and communication process intended to prevent patients from being treated without their permission and understanding.

In this edition of Vantage Point : In this article we explain what SPACs are and why representing their sponsors may pose risks for law firms and lawyers.

This In Practice...with CNA® defines ethical principles that govern attorneys' behavior in bankruptcy cases. These help attorneys work to avoid problems, establish strong risk management procedures and serve their clients' interests successfully. 

This edition of Vantage Point® describes the complexities of acute-on-chronic staffing shortfalls, the root causes, and offers risk management recommendations and practical measures to strengthen staff loyalty and improve retention rates.

Situational awareness while driving is integral to ensuring that your actions and reactions can be completed in sufficient time to prevent an accident.

In 2020, almost 3,000 fatal and 205,000 nonfatal distraction-related motor vehicle accidents occurred in the United States and in some parts of Canada, surpassing those caused by impaired driving.

Regardless of the substance, driving while impaired can cause significant cognitive and functional challenges.

This AlertBulletin® explores the lifespan of legal proceedings, from complaint to deposition of trial. It offers insight on topics like mutual expectations of insurance companies and insureds, and tips on giving depositions and testifying at trial.

This guide will help you to address challenges in the hospitality industry and create a work environment that prevents injuries, prioritizes employee well-being and enhances productivity.

As we approach a second year of remote law practice this is a good time to pause and reflect on what works and what doesn't work. While we are becoming comfortable in this new normal the circumstances have raised a number of practical and ethical concerns for attorneys.

This edition of inBrief suggests a range of risk management considerations and strategies relating to off-label use of FDA-approved products.

Driving in winter presents a variety of weather-related hazards. Preparing ahead of time and being alert are critical to safety amid weather changes, poor visibility, and wet or slippery road conditions.

In 2020, the United States and Canada had fewer vehicles on the road, but the decrease in miles driven did not correlate to fewer accidents.

This edition of Vantage Point® discusses how telemedicine misuse can be mitigated by implementing policies to address the risks posed by remote care, as well as modifying their procedures to better coordinate virtual and in-person modes of care.

This edition of Vantage Point offers various risk management suggestions for home healthcare providers, ranging from practice guidelines to hazard assessment procedures to security measures for both patients/residents and caregivers.

This edition of AlertBulletin® highlights adverse event management as a pillar of risk management and quality improvement efforts.

Here are ways you can leverage technology to minimize the impact and maximize the effectiveness of your water damage mitigation programs.

This edition of In Practice...with CNA, discusses the substantial risks that exist for law firms that fail to diligently monitor case dockets, read court orders and adhere to filing deadlines.

Designed to provide unparalleled value, specialized capabilities and tailored insurance solutions for your program business, CNA Affinity Programs seeks partners to develop solutions for uniform groups or business classes.

Lawyers must balance their duties to their client against both express legal duties to adversaries and general duties of truthfulness.

When a business uses a new material supplier, production process, or design, or expands its customer base or product line, a formal Products Liability Risk Control Program can help mitigate unexpected risks and exposures.

An employee using their personal vehicle or hired (rental) vehicle to conduct business activities for their employer under the approval and/or knowledge of the employer constitutes H/NOA exposure.

This AlertBulletin^® is intended to help reduce risk for those organizations engaged in wound photography by standardizing their digital imaging practices.

This edition of Carefully Speaking^® outlines strategies leaders can use to assess their organization's memory care strengths, limits and liability exposures.

This edition of Carefully Speaking® outlines strategies leaders can use to assess their organization's memory care strengths, limits and liability exposures.

As outside suppliers become less reliable problems related to internal supply chain operations become more visible and potentially harmful.

CNA’s PrepWise Pulse Survey is a tool available for policyholders to solicit anonymous feedback on their corporate safety culture, management support and accountability, orientation and training, and workplace environment.

The following tips can help keep your chute safe and reduce risk.

This Alert Bulletin highlights critical issues facing independent living including increasing acuity levels and care needs as well as allegations of wrongful placement and retention.

How can your firm implement an effective conflicts of interest screen and have some comfort in its effectiveness if and when the time comes to defend against disqualification motion.

Our innovative resources can help insureds save time and avoid costly claims by identifying and addressing hidden exposures.

Wildfire smoke is a mixture of gases and fine particles from burning trees and other plant material that can be dangerous if inhaled. Smoke can irritate your eyes and respiratory system and worsen chronic heart and lung diseases.

Employers can take steps to mitigate risks of negligent entrustment by ensuring the individuals they hire to operate vehicles are qualified, competent and responsible drivers

This edition of In Practice...with CNA addresses how settlement demands may constitute a rejection if it does not strictly comply with the terms of the demand and how an attorney should react.

A Dust Hazard Analysis is a critical step to protect your employees and prevent tragic accidents that can severely damage your facilites. An effective DHA includes information to classify and quantify the material(s) as combustible dust.