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2023102 minPGdocumentary

Making A Killing

2023102 minPGdocumentary

$250,000 is the maximum recovery allowed under a California law for preventable medical negligence, regardless of the outcome, including death.

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Alexander J. Farrell

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$250,000 is the maximum recovery allowed under a California law for preventable medical negligence, regardless of the outcome, including death.

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Alexander J. Farrelldirector

Sepideh Haftgoliwriter

Greer Taylor Ellisonwriter

Alexander J. Farrellwriter

Charles Johnsoncast

Synopsis

California hospitals treat patients under an outdated law from 1975. The medical negligence law limits compensation for preventable harm to $250,000. This applies regardless of the severity of outcomes, including death. Families affected by negligence share their experiences. Advocates push for legislative change. Interviews with lawmakers and healthcare professionals provide context. The documentary runs for 102 minutes and was released in 2023.

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