Elder Law
Jul. 3, 1999
Beyond Limits
Beyond Limits Elder-Abuse Claims Not Subject to MICRA By Steven G. Mehta In recent years, the topic of elder-abuse litigation has become prominent on many attorneys' radar screens. At the same time, however, attorneys are concerned that elder-abuse litigation will be controlled by limitations relating to medical malpractice as contained in the Medical Injury Compensation Reform Act, such as a cap on noneconomic damages. See Civil Code Section 333.2.
By Steven G. Mehta
In recent years, the topic of elder-abuse litigation has become prominent on many attorneys' radar screens. At the same time, however, attorneys are concerned that elder-abuse litigation will be controlled by limitations relating to medical malpractice as contained in the Medical Injury Compensation Reform...
In recent years, the topic of elder-abuse litigation has become prominent on many attorneys' radar screens. At the same time, however, attorneys are concerned that elder-abuse litigation will be controlled by limitations relating to medical malpractice as contained in the Medical Injury Compensation Reform...
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