Fairfax Radiological Consultants, P.A. v. Bui

By Judge R. Terrence Ney

This matter came before the Court on Defendant’s Plea of Discharge. The issue presented is one of first impression in Virginia.

Background

This case is a contribution claim arising out of earlier medical malpractice claims against both parties. Fairfax Radiological Consultants, P.A. (“Fairfax Radiological”) seeks contribution from My Q. Bui, M.D., for a judgment awarded against it in the earlier case. The facts in the underlying case largely form the basis for the instant action.

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