Bob Dole: “for years America has enjoyed world class health care. We have led the way in cures and treatments. We have developed…”

“for years America has enjoyed world class health care. We have led the way in cures and treatments. We have developed the latest and the best technologies, and we have ensured our doctors are trained in groundbreaking procedures. Indeed, our Nation has accomplished much in the area of health care. But today, the future of our world-renowned health care system is at risk. Some trial lawyers have nearly crippled the system by filing hundreds of frivolous lawsuits each year and defeating efforts to place limits on these lawsuits and the big-money fees lawyers earn off of them. Nineteen of our States are in a full-blown medical liability crisis, according to the American Medical Association. North Carolina is among the hardest hit, particularly our OB/GYNs, who face constantly rising, astronomical premiums just to stay in business. Many have been forced to move or quit their practices. This problem is particularly evident in our rural areas where some women have had to drive for miles just to find someone to deliver their baby. This is unacceptable.”