Malpractice Defense: Consistent Professionalism

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Legal )



DEFEND YOUR PRACTICE

Having a good malpractice defense is very important in the practice of one’s profession. Malpractice is a concept that was put in place to provide a system of checks and balances as one goes about dispensing the duties and rights of one’s sworn profession.

Malpractice defense is particularly important if your job is open to such liability cases like doctors, lawyers, dentists, etc. These professions are vulnerable to malpractice lawsuits because the nature of their work is highly sensitive and prone to such cases.

The problem with malpractice is that it can be a double-edged sword. While it was set in place to protect your clients from negligence on your part, it can be subject to abuse as well. Your clients may use them just for spite. For example, if your clients were not satisfied with the services you have rendered, or if the results did not turn out as expected, they may just file a malpractice lawsuit.

COMPOUNDED PROBLEMS

This problem is compounded by the fact that legal malpractice attorneys can be over enthusiastic and only too eager to fan the flames of an unsatisfied client. As a professional, you have to face such cases head on and take each one seriously because they may be more serious than you think.

The best protection against legal malpractice attorneys and nuisance lawsuits is preventive action. Before going into any procedure or job, make sure that your client has been thoroughly prepped and briefed for what are reasonable and unreasonable expectations. It may also be a good idea if you let your clients sign a waiver.

In any case, there should not be any worry if you believe that you are acting with your client’s best interest at heart. Doing your best at given any situation and being professional at all times is your best malpractice defense.


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