Tell me when you had to do something that was right, even though you did not agree with it.

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Tell me when you had to do something that was right, even though you did not agree with it.

Situation or Problem

When I worked for Webster & Webster, I defended a doctor who was accused of medical malpractice by his patient. The lawsuit alleged that my client failed to detect a form of cancer while it was in its early stages in the patient.

The patient was very sincere and sympathetic, but I knew I had to see past my feelings and do my job, which was to defend my client.

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Tell me when you had to do something that was right, even though you did not agree with it.

Action you took

Even though I had to keep my feelings in control for the patient, because after all, she was a real person with cancer, and was probably going to die, regardless of the outcome of this case.

I remained focused on the case and represented my client to the best of my abilities while keeping my feelings for the patient in check.

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Tell me when you had to do something that was right, even though you did not agree with it.

Result

The doctor ended up settling out of court with the patient. She told me she was very pleased with my services and that I had done a great job of defending her.

She also said that she knew it was difficult for me considering what the patient has gone through and really appreciated my professionalism and dedication toward her.

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