malpractice
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An increase in patients, not enough medical staff, the threat of malpractice lawsuits, and distress about patients’ inability to pay for healthcare got so bad that he developed post-traumatic stress disorder.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
Michelle Maloney, who is representing the families of both Texas patients in malpractice lawsuits, said she was pleasantly surprised by the board’s recent actions.
From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026
However, Hart called for "greater clarity and simplicity in the system" and appealed for more people to come forward and report any suspicions of malpractice.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Then there are the larger implications of the court’s decision for medical licensure and malpractice laws.
From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026
Analyses of malpractice lawsuits show that there are highly skilled doctors who get sued a lot and doctors who make lots of mistakes and never get sued.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
Vocabulary lists containing malpractice
Legal Lingo, List 5
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Florida's B.E.S.T. Roots: mal
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