Ep 18. It Was Inevitable

In Private Practice season 5 episode 18, titled "It Was Inevitable," tensions are high as the practice prepares for a malpractice deposition. The episode opens with Addison returning from her trip to Saint Lucia with a newfound clarity about her love life and what she wants out of it. Meanwhile, the rest of the practice is consumed with the fallout from a malpractice lawsuit involving a former patient.

The patient, a young mother who died during childbirth, was under the care of Naomi and Sam at the time of her death. They are now facing a deposition in which their actions leading up to and during the birth will be scrutinized. The stress of the impending deposition is taking a toll on Naomi, who feels guilty and responsible for the patient's death. Sam, on the other hand, is more confident in their abilities to defend themselves and protect the practice from legal repercussions.

The tension between Naomi and Sam spills over into their personal lives, as they continue to navigate their complicated relationship. Naomi is still hurt by Sam's relationship with Addison and struggles to trust him. Sam, on the other hand, is eager to move forward and looks to Addison for support and advice.

The rest of the practice is also dealing with their own personal crises. Cooper and Charlotte are struggling with the decision of whether or not to have another child. Cooper is content with their family of three, while Charlotte desperately wants another child. Their disagreement leads to tension in their marriage as they struggle to find a compromise.

Meanwhile, Pete is dealing with the aftermath of his affair with Violet, who has now moved on with another man. Pete tries to move on as well, but finds it difficult as he still has feelings for Violet and regrets the choices he made.

As the deposition approaches, tension in the practice reaches a boiling point. Naomi and Sam continue to clash, while Cooper and Charlotte struggle to come to a decision about their future. Addison tries to mediate the situation, offering support and guidance to her friends and colleagues.

In the end, the deposition brings closure for everyone involved. While the practice may have made mistakes in the care of their former patient, they were able to defend themselves against the malpractice suit and were not found at fault. For Naomi and Sam, the experience brought them closer together as they were forced to lean on each other for support.

Overall, "It Was Inevitable" is an emotionally charged episode that explores the personal and professional struggles of the characters. The deposition provides a dramatic backdrop for the episode, but it is the relationships and personal conflicts that drive the story forward. With strong performances from the ensemble cast, this episode is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.