The attorney for a nurse named in a malpractice case recommends that the case go to a prelitigation panel. What rationale would the attorney offer the nurse for this recommendation?
1. These panels ensure that there is a controversy or fact question for the court.
2. Using such a panel negates the need for a full jury trial.
3. Such panels shorten the time between filing and conclusion of the lawsuit.
4. Questioning of witnesses is not conducted under oath and is more informal.
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Rationale: The sole purpose of a prelitigation panel is to determine facts and whether there is indeed an actual controversy.
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