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Prison Physician Liable for Refusal of Care
Prison Physician Liable For Refusal of Care
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals held that a federal prisoner's Biven's claim did not state a medical care claim against a prison guard who failed to have the prisoner checked out after the prisoner complained of pain. The court also held, however, ...
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals held that a federal prisoner's Biven's claim did not state a medical care claim against a prison guard who failed to have the prisoner checked out after the prisoner complained of pain. The court also held, however, ...
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- U.S. Parole Commission Retaliation Reversed, by Scott Fleming
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- Arizona CCA Prison Found 'In Turmoil', Dec. 15, 2001
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