September 24, 2025 by matray

AM Best has affirmed MIEC’s financial strength rating of “A-” (Excellent), in the Financial Size Category of VII, with a stable outlook for the 21st consecutive year. Best’s independent rating includes comparisons to industry peers and standards, as well as examinations of business plans, operational philosophy and management. The “A-” (Excellent) rating reflects AM Best’s assessment of MIEC’s balance sheet, operating performance and outlook.

According to MIEC, its balance sheet strength, noted as strongest by AM Best, supports its ability to better serve members and support our insurance and financial obligations.

“MIEC has been protecting physicians and other healthcare professionals for now more than 50 years,” said Lamont Paxton, MD, MIEC Board of Governors chairman. “During that time, the practice of medicine has evolved considerably, and MIEC has consistently adapted to meet the changing needs of our membership. However, our founding philosophy of placing physicians ahead of profits has remained steadfast. That philosophy combined with strong financial management has allowed us to provide the best protection and risk management services to our members for the last five decades, as evidenced by our most recent AM Best affirmation.”

September 24, 2025 by matray

Burns White announced today the formation of its Correctional Healthcare & Liability Practice Group, a team dedicated to defending correctional facilities and healthcare providers against the unique legal challenges at the intersection of healthcare, constitutional law and liability.

Correctional facilities across the country face constant exposure to litigation, regulatory scrutiny and operational risks. Co-chairs William J. D'Annunzio and Matthew H. Frey will lead the practice group at Burns White. This group of attorneys will help public and private institutions reduce liability, protect their interests and provide constitutionally sound care while navigating a highly complex legal landscape.

“Our attorneys have extensive experience defending facilities and practitioners in high-stakes litigation,” said Stuart T. O’Neal, Burns White chief executive officer. “We understand the sensitive and demanding nature of correctional healthcare and are committed to protecting those who serve within this environment.”

D’Annunzio is Of Counsel at Burns White, focusing his practice on Healthcare and Long-Term Care law, defending doctors, hospitals, and long-term care health facilities in medical malpractice and liability matters. He has represented clients in the areas of insurance defense, product liability, negligence, wrongful death and survival actions, commercial litigation, consumer law, and compliance.

Fry is a Member in the firm’s Philadelphia office, focusing his practice in the areas of Civil Rights, Healthcare, Correctional Healthcare and Long-Term care law. He defends correctional facilities, doctors, hospitals, and long-term care health facilities in medical malpractice, civil rights, and liability matters.