Clinical Negligence

This book includes a comprehensive analysis of the substantive and procedural aspects of a clinical negligence claim; commentary and analysis of the law in other jurisdictions,notably Australia, Canada and the USA; a guide to the relevant statutes and statutory instruments, professional regulations, Codes of Practice and Civil Procedure Rules; up-to-date forms and precedents together with practical advice. Each chapter is divided into easy to read rules followed by detailed commentary, case law analysis and guidance as to the relevant statutes and statutory instruments as well as other relevant material. This book provides an authoritative text on clinical negligence for both legal and medical practitioners as well as the postgraduate student of medical law.