Infection
/ɪnˈfɛkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The introduction and multiplication of a harmful pathogenic agent in a host, relevant in public health law and medical liability cases.
The plaintiff alleged that the hospital's negligence led to her infection and subsequent damages.
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- infections
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Commentary
In legal contexts, infection typically arises concerning duty of care in medical settings, public health regulations, and compensation claims for harm caused by contagious diseases.
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