Information Malpractice: Some Thoughts on the Potential Liability of Information Professionals.

Dragich, Martha J.

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ERIC Number: EJ401082

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Publication Date: 1989

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Information Malpractice: Some Thoughts on the Potential Liability of Information Professionals.

Dragich, Martha J.

Information Technology and Libraries, v8 n3 p265-72 Sep 1989

Examines the potential for malpractice liability of information professionals by discussing the relationship that exists between information professionals and their clients, and the professional's duty to act in an ethical manner and exercise reasonable care. Pertinent court cases are described and questions about professional standards that need to be addressed are raised. (26 references) (CLB)

Descriptors: Accountability, Court Litigation, Ethics, Information Scientists, Legal Responsibility, Malpractice, Online Systems, Professional Services

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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