LEGAL PROCEEDINGS Flashcards
mediation
a third party attempts to bring a settlement between two parties
arbitration
when parties agree to submit their differences for judgement by an impartial mediator or panel, they can agree to make the decision “binding”
plaintiff
the person who has a complaint
defendant
the person who has been accused of wrongdoing
indictment
there is enough evidence for a trial
evidence
the proof submitted supporting the plaintiff
verdict
the final decision based on evidence
subpoena
an official demand to come to court to testify
deposition
giving sworn testimony outside of court
respondeat superior
the provider is responsible for the medical assistant’s actions as the employer “let the master answer”
scope of practice
the duties or actions of a healthcare worker is allowed to assume based on the laws and regulations of the state or institution where the worker is practicing
