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
“States have traditionally regulated the provision of medical care through licensing schemes and malpractice regimes without constitutional incident,” she continued.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
A malpractice suit called you before the judge for want of a skill, but get caught with an ill-gotten cadaver and the judge punished you for trying to obtain that skill.
From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead
Vocabulary lists containing malpractice
Legal Lingo, List 5
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Florida's B.E.S.T. Roots: mal
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