medical malpractice

[to_the_editor]

The Future of Medical MalpracticeThe Democrats' opposition to malpractice reform runs counter to core Democratic values. To those struggling to make ends meet, even a small decrease in cost of health care can mean the difference between getting treatment or not

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[anonymous]

I question the assumption of pain and suffering awards. As a psychotherapist I rarely see money having any effect on peoples suffering unless they lack the basic necessities. As with many lottery winners, the extra money is only a temporary band-aid to their troubles.

[notestaff]

interesting. maybe, the moral satisfaction of taking revenge on someone who hurt you (by making them pay you) is more important than getting the payment. you're getting a mental compensation for a mental injury.