Improper or immoral conduct, negligence or breach of duty in the performance of a professional role. Such negligence reaches the level of malpractice when a client or patient is injured or damaged because of an error. |
In malpractice suits, plaintiffs must prove a failure to perform by professional standards and a loss as a result.
Doctors, lawyers, accountants and other professionals may protect themselves from loss in suits with malpractice insurance.
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