Handling A Punitive Damages Claim in the Setting of Medical Malpractice

An appellate court reversed a punitive damage claim brought against a Hospital only. Where culpable or wanton (criminal) recklessness is alleged, the line between professional employment and misconduct outside the scope of that employment is always at play. Trial lawyers juggle that difficult balance in the most serious cases.

Fourth DCA Reverses Punitive Damages Against Cleveland Clinic