Medical malpractice

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Medical malpractice is a legal offense that occurs when a medical professional fails to perform his or her medical duties due to negligence, thereby causing injury to a patient.

See also

• Medical malpractice in the United States

References

• Boeschen, Coulter. "Medical malpractice basics". Nolo.com.