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Sen. Patrick Leahy On Medical Malpractice Legislation
I find it unfortunate that we do not hear any discussion by proponents of this legislation about what is best for patients injured or killed by med...
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Linder Votes To Increase Employees’ Access To Health Care
Washington, D.C. - Congressman John Linder (R-GA) joined with a majority of his House colleagues this week in voting to improve Ameri...
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Medical Board Launches New, Consumer-Friendly Web Site Address
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  • The date a physician's license was issued, and the date it will expire if not renewed
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    Noneconomic damages

    Definition:
    Damages payable for items other than monetary losses, such as pain and suffering. The term technically includes punitive damages, but those are typically discussed separately.

    Collateral source rule

    Definition:
    Under this rule, compensation awarded to an injured party shall not be reduced by the amount of compensation available to him from his insurance company or other independent sources.

    Punitive damages

    Definition:
    Damages awarded in addition to compensatory (economic and noneconomic) damages to punish a defendant for willful and wanton conduct.

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