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The following articles are about Medical Malpractice, commentary from doctors and other individuals on the dangers of Medical Malpractice, and other Medical Malpractice information from news sources across the country and around the world. If you you or someone you have loved has been a victim of medical malpractice, recieve a free case evaluation today by filling out this simple form.

Panel to Study Malpractice Laws

August 13th, 2005 (twincities.com)

MADISON, Wis. —A state Assembly committee has been named to study medical malpractice laws in the wake of a Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling last month that tossed out the state's cap on some medical malpractice awards.

Medical crisis derails malpractice trial

January 22, 2005 (msnbc.msn.com)

A mistrial has been declared in a medical malpractice trial after the doctor being sued rushed to the aid of a juror who collapsed.

Committee backs altered malpractice regulations

January 22, 2005 (www.newsadvance.com)

Changes to Virginia’s medical malpractice laws received unanimous support from members of the House Courts of Justice Committee on Friday, but a provision added to the proposal during the meeting could cause some to pause.

Medical malpractice cap removed from compromise bill

January 22, 2005 (www.dailypress.com)

Doctors and lawyers have called a cease-fire in their continuing war over medical malpractice premiums, grudgingly accepting a compromise bill that passed a state House committee on Friday.

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