Physicians Warned against Indemnification Clauses in Contracts, according to the Journal of American Physicians and Surgeons

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The article warns physicians to review indemnification clauses carefully when signing contracts with hospitals or medical groups. It explains that these clauses can shift financial liability for negligence, property damage, or legal defense costs onto the physician. The piece advises physicians to negotiate clearer language, avoid obligations triggered only by allegations, and seek proportionality in responsibility. It also notes that institutions unwilling to revise any terms may signal a rigid corporate culture. The article frames contract review as a practical risk-management step for clinicians entering employment agreements.

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