Number: 98-286 Title: ERISA's Impact on Medical Malpractice and Negligence Claims Against Managed Care Plans Authors: Jon O. Shimabukuro, American Law Division Abstract: This report examines the preemption provisions of ERISA, the U.S. Supreme Court's interpretation of these provisions, selected cases applying ERISA to state medical malpractice and negligence claims, and the congressional response to the issue. Pages: 17 Date: February 21, 2008