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Exploring the factors that drive clinical negligence claims: stated preferences of those who have experienced unintended harm.

February 21, 2024

Wickramasekera N, Hole AR, Rowen D, et al. Patient. 2024;17(3):301-317.

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Clinicians often cite fear of malpractice lawsuits as a reason to avoid apologizing after a patient safety incident or error. This study found that individuals are less likely to file a malpractice claims after a patient safety incident if they were satisfied with hospital’s investigation and if they received an apology.

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