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.