One of the main factors in the growing costs of medical treatment is the huge cost of medical malpractice lawsuits. These settlements force insurance companies to charge exorbitant premiums to doctors and hospitals. I believe we should compensate patients for malpractice, but let's be reasonable. Would congress consider this?
US Army Veteran
Because attorneys look stupid wearing a cap.
R J
Those huge lawsuits generate huge payouts for the law firms involved. Those same law firms are heavy lobbyists in Washington. Sure, Congress "could" consider putting caps on lawsuits (it's called "tort reform") but it isn't likely given the current political climate.
Diane A
Some states (including California) have caps on malpractice lawsuits. This is a state issue, not really a federal one.
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