COVID-19 and Medical Malpractice

COVID-19 and Medical Malpractice

In times of emergency, it is vital for doctors and staff to be able to practice freely without concerns over lawsuits. As a result, The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has extended liability protection in the medical field during the COVID-19 outbreak. For example, everyone from doctors and pharmaceutical makers to suppliers and distributors will face a reduced risk of liability during the pandemic.

As of now, California has not passed any additional legislation to protect the medical field. However, in New York, where the outbreak is currently the worst in the nation, the governor has also extended immunity for healthcare professionals and their assistants. But even in this case, injury or death that results from “gross negligence of the medical professional” is not covered.

Therefore, there are still situations where a medical malpractice suit may occur due to COVID-19. However, it is important not to be frivolous with claims at this time because it is vital for the attention of medical professionals to be focused solely on helping with this public health crisis.

But what if you or a loved one is a victim of medical malpractice in the meantime?

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