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Annual Survey Of Virginia Law: Damages For Medical Malpractice In Virginia, Michael L. Goodman, Kathryn Freeman-Jones, Kathleen M. Mccauley
Annual Survey Of Virginia Law: Damages For Medical Malpractice In Virginia, Michael L. Goodman, Kathryn Freeman-Jones, Kathleen M. Mccauley
University of Richmond Law Review
As a general rule, a plaintiff in actions for personal injury and wrongful death in Virginia, regardless ofwhether the cause derives from medical malpractice, may state a claim for any medical expenses incurred as a result of the alleged injury or death. By definition, an expense is incurred when it has been paid or one "become[s] legally obligated to pay it." A tortfeasor is bound and obligated to make the plaintiff whole, which means the injured party or his estate must be reasonably compensated for the fair and reasonable value of incurred medical expenses.
Annual Survey Of Virginia Law: Medical Malpractice The Year In Review, Phillip C. Stone, Charles F. Hilton
Annual Survey Of Virginia Law: Medical Malpractice The Year In Review, Phillip C. Stone, Charles F. Hilton
University of Richmond Law Review
In its 1989 session, the General Assembly amended several medical malpractice statutes. Perhaps the most important changes expanded the definition of "health care provider" under the Medical Malpractice Act (the "Act"), and clarified the qualification requirements for expert witnesses.