In 2013, only six deaths and 29 adverse medical events were reported, suggesting that a majority of potential malpractice claims go unreported. (medicalmalpractice.ca)
One of the main reasons to send a non-engagement letter is to avoid the problem of the «unintended client» and potential malpractice claims from individuals or businesses whom the lawyer never considered to be their client. (lawyerist.com)
Apparently, Pillsbury failed to disclose an agreement between the firm and directors of its clients, extending the statute of limitations on a potential malpractice claim. (legalblogwatch.typepad.com)