July - 2017

The Case of the Biased Expert

Today’s case is a cautionary tale about the consequences of defendants going on a fishing expedition in their client’s notes and hiring...

What is the legal status of guidelines and protocols in the management of patients?

Adherence to current clinical guidelines of commonly accepted practice is generally a complete defence to a claim in medical negligence....

When Does a Complication in Surgery Become a Question of Medical Negligence?

This case deals with unintended consequences of a surgical procedure. A complication can be defined as a foreseeable, unintended outcome...