Some states have changed laws to cap noneconomic damages–and, in some cases, limit the use of inspection records as evidence–in lawsuits against nursing homes. (Cherie Song, “States Move to Curb Nursing Home Suits,” National Law Journal, July 8).
Nursing home damages
Some states have changed laws to cap noneconomic damages–and, in some cases, limit the use of inspection records as evidence–in lawsuits against nursing homes. (Cherie Song, “States Move to Curb Nursing Home Suits,” National Law Journal, July 8).
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Nursing home liability
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