Author Question: What are the economic damages that can be imposed on a defendant during a negligence law-suit? 1. ... (Read 75 times)

bclement10 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

What are the economic damages that can be imposed on a defendant during a negligence law-suit?

1. Loss of employment or business opportunities
2. Loss of use of property
3. Loss of past and future earnings
a. 1, 2, and 3
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 and 2 only
d. 1 only

Question 2

How can ethical obligations be used in legal proceedings?

a. As a tool of cross examination
b. To prevent perjury
c. To prevent a health care provider from self-incrimination
d. Penalties and sanctions for unauthorized practice

matt · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
All of the above are considered economic losses in a negligence lawsuit.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
In addition to the moral obligations that ethical duties impose on therapists, ethical obligations are also often cited in legal proceedings as a tool of cross examination.