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September 07, 2002

Ohio docs protest

Thanks to the Bloviator for this link! Docs rally at Statehouse for malpractice cap

The Ohio State Medical Association, which supports the bill, is concerned that Ohio doctors will close their practices or leave unless the law is passed.

"Doctors' ability to provide care is contingent upon having the ability to acquire malpractice insurance," association lobbyist Tim Maglione said after the hearing.

He cited federal studies that found the median medical malpractice judgment increased 43 percent between 1999 and 2000.

From our redunancy department - the trial lawyers oppose the bill.

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