Homework: Malpractice Apology Research Paper
In the Research Paper, you will apply the sources from your Annotated Bibliography (and others you may find subsequent to submitting the Annotated Bibliography) to describe the current state of malpractice in healthcare and how healthcare professionals respond to and defend against allegations of malpractice, including the role of recognition of error and apology in resolving malpractice claims.
Address specifically the issues raised by acknowledgement and apology in malpractice lawsuits:
1. Injured patients often sue because they want an explanation of what happened, and an apology for the injuries.
2. Statements by the healthcare professional that could be perceived as admissions can create legal liability in formal litigation.
3. Some state laws, and some methods of alternative dispute resolution, help enable the apology without the liability.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.