Economic Analysis of Medical Malpractice Liability and Its Reform.

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Economic Analysis of Medical Malpractice Liability and Its Reform.

July 24, 2013

Arlen J. New York, NY: New York University School of Law; May 9, 2013. Public Law Research Paper No. 13-25.

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This report describes a malpractice liability model to incentivize increased focus on preventing medical errors and reducing costs.

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