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Case 2

Assuming negligence on the part of the clinic, is that negligence classified as ordinary or professional negligence?

Answer

Ordinary negligence.

Negligence occurring outside the context of professional care even when it takes place in the PT premise (clinic, department) is not professional negligence. Case 2 is a case of 'Premise liability' ¡V ordinary negligence.

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