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The Origin of “deliberate indifference” Cases in Correctional Health.
Here’s a possible claims scenario to consider – your correctional client has a suit where the inmate is filing a medical malpractice allegation as well as a civil rights violation for “deliberate indifference.” First you ask “What exactly is this deliberate indifference? Are you telling me that I have to provide coverage for my clients Continue Reading »
Deliberate Indifference
Your correctional client has a suit where the inmate is filing a medical malpractice allegation as well as a civil rights violation for “deliberate indifference.” First of all, what is this deliberate indifference stuff? Are you telling me that I have to provide coverage for my clients for deliberate acts against inmates? Well, actually yes…. Continue Reading »