Question: This is a graded discussion: 5 points possible due - Chapter 41 Discussion 4 4 Dr. Buck and Dr. Rubin are general partners in the

This is a graded discussion: 5 points possible due - Chapter 41 Discussion 4 4 Dr. Buck and Dr. Rubin are general partners in the medical practice of Pittsburgh Associates. Dr. Rubin and Dr. Buck often see all the patients. Kate Fink was primarily a patient of Dr. Buck and Dr. Buck delivered her baby. Something went wrong during the delivery and the baby was born with significant disabilities. Mrs. Fink sued Dr. Buck for medical malpractice and won her case. The court entered a judgement against Dr. Buck for $500,000. Mrs. Fink made a motion for the judgement to be entered against both Dr. Buck and Dr. Rubin and the Pittsburgh Associates practice. Dr. Rubin argued that she wasn't negligent so she shouldn't be liable. Using tort law for partnerships, discuss the correct outcome
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