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iv. Commonly used terminology in

Medical Law

 Eligible Survivor: In a medical malpractice lawsuit, this term can

include living spouse and children under the age of 25 years of age.

 Evidence: A fact presented in court through the testimony of a

witness, an object or written documents.

 Exhibit: A document or object that is offered into evidence during a

trial or hearing.

 Failure to Diagnose: A form of medical malpractice committed on
behalf of a medical doctor. Failure to diagnose has the potential to

cause serious damage and even death to patients who do not receive
prompt and adequate medical care as needed because of medical

malpractice.