Originally Posted by Be Ready
I bet the patient was asked to sign a waiver of his right to sue!
I know surgeons that have had legal issues even though the patient signed a consent form that implies no guarantees and lists some of the potential risks of surgery including death.
I'm not sure if in the U.S. you can sign away your right to due process. I know I did when I had my house built (signed not to sue the builder) but I highly doubt I can't sue if all the roofs cave in on my street.