According to the American Medical Association (AMA), 31.2% of US physicians have been sued or faced legal action against them. Though accidents happen every day, some can result in serious harm.
As mental health professionals (MHPs), our ethical codes suggest that we should prioritize our client’s welfare (ACA, 2014, s.A.1.a; NASW, 2021, s.1.01; APA, 2016, Principle B). The ethical principle ...