CEFR C1

malpractice

Translation

専門職過誤 / 医療過誤 / 職務上の不正行為

Meaning

Malpractice is professional negligence or improper conduct by a doctor, lawyer, accountant, or other professional. It usually means the professional failed to meet the required standard of care.

Examples

  • 患者は医療過誤で病院を訴えました。
    The patient sued the hospital for medical malpractice.
  • 弁護士は専門職過誤保険に加入しています。
    The lawyer carries malpractice insurance.