The Appellate Court of Connecticut ruled that the law does not impose a duty of care on a patient to avoid negligent conduct that causes harm to a provider while the patient is receiving medical treatment.
Case: Streifel v. Bulkley, No. AC 41239, 01/14/2020, published.
Facts: In March 2014, William R. Bulkley went to Griffin Hospital to receive treatment. Kateri Streifel worked as a registered nurse.
She attempted to assist Bulkley as he moved to a seated position on an exam table. He grabbed Streifel, causing injuries.
Procedural history: Streifel filed suit against Bulkley, ass...
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