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Malpractice

usgb/ˌmælˈpræktɪs/Volume
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Professional Fault

Malpractice implies a professional made a serious error that could harm others.

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If a lawyer loses a case due to not preparing adequately, it's considered malpractice.
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Legal Repercussions

Malpractice often leads to legal action, like lawsuits, for accountability.

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The surgeon faced a malpractice suit for operating on the wrong limb.
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Ethical Breach

Malpractice involves breaking the trust people have in professionals.

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A judge showed malpractice by discussing a case with one party privately.
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ErrorFaultImproprietyIndiscretionInfractionMisconductNegligenceWrongdoing
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