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The Hidden Truth About Defendant Hospitals

Hospitals often attempt to settle privately to avoid tarnishing their reputations, resulting in perceptions skewed in their favor. But here’s the bombshell—

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While hospitals publicly project accountability, internally, they launch rigorous defenses, safeguarding against precedential losses. Yet, there’s more to this veiled strategy.

Critical witnesses or staff might be uncommonly silent or unavailable during court proceedings. This tactic preserves the institution’s integrity while diffusing individual liability. What ramifications does this have on the legal process?

For plaintiffs, leveraging media can highlight glaring injustices, compelling institutions to be more transparent. What does this say about modern legal tactics employed to upend institutional fortresses?