Frederic T. Knape, JD
Mr. Knape is counsel at Vedder Price and a member of the Commercial Litigation practice area based in Chicago.
Medical malpractice litigation is a fact of life in neurosurgery, for which no structured training is traditionally provided. While informational references are available, most residents have little interest in “wasting” time on learning the arcane rules of litigation and testimony when their careers can be better advanced by learning the neurosurgical craft. Nevertheless, expert witnesses are needed when the...
The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) established the Professional Conduct Program in 1983 to provide an internal process to evaluate charges by a member alleging that a fellow member has failed to maintain good professional standing. Charges are evaluated by the Professional Conduct Committee (PCC) in accordance with certain procedural guidelines to ensure a fair process and adequate...
