Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association of Rhode Island (MMJUA of RI)
In response to the medical malpractice crisis in the mid-1970s, the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation established the Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association of Rhode Island by emergency regulation in 1975. The intent of the regulation was to ensure a stable source of medical professional liability insurance for healthcare providers in Rhode Island.
Today, the MMJUA of RI continues to play a vital role in insuring the state’s healthcare professionals and facilities. We offer underwriting for medical malpractice insurance and general liability coverage for a range of healthcare providers, including physicians, dentists, allied health professionals, hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and outpatient centers.
While most healthcare providers in Rhode Island are insured by commercial insurance companies, the MMJUA of RI serves those who may face challenges in securing malpractice insurance from these insurers. As a mandatory joint underwriting association, we require all insurance companies authorized to write personal injury liability insurance in Rhode Island to be members of the MMJUA of RI.
Our operations are overseen by a dedicated Board, working alongside an experienced team of insurance executives from Brown & Brown RS Insurance Services, LLC (formerly known as Beecher Carlson) and GB Healthcare (formerly known as Western Litigation Incorporated). Together, we ensure that we effectively meet the needs of our policyholders.
Brown & Brown RS Insurance Services, LLC
Brown & Brown RS Insurance Services, LLC, an independently operated subsidiary of Brown & Brown, Inc., specializes in large account risk management and alternative risk financing solutions. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Brown & Brown Risk Solutions serves approximately 1,240 businesses, leveraging extensive expertise to deliver tailored insurance solutions.
Founded in 1981, Beecher Carlson has evolved significantly from its beginnings as an alternative risk consulting firm to its acquisition by Brown & Brown, Inc. in 2013. This transition solidified its status as a specialized division focused on delivering comprehensive solutions for large accounts.
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GB Healthcare
GB Healthcare, formerly known as Western Litigation, is a national litigation and national leader in litigation and risk management. GB Healthcare comprises professional liability trial attorneys and expert claims specialists, providing clients with proactive litigation and claims management services that exceed traditional insurer-operated models.
With nearly 30 years of experience, GB Healthcare operates as a division of Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. providing unparalleled support and expertise in risk management.
For additional information, please call (800) 588-0619 or visit GallagherBassett.com.