Suit filed over Virginia Mason Medical Center's error.

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Suit filed over Virginia Mason Medical Center's error.

April 25, 2016

Ostrom CM

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Family reaction to an error that was disclosed publicly doesn't support the notion that being honest and open can minimize legal action.

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