Clinical negligence

Articles

One day, a whisper

A diminishing number of clinical negligence lawyers can mount an effective claim today compared to 30 years ago, as Richard Barr illustrates

Civil Justice Council plans to help vulnerable parties in civil courts

Recommendations on how to support vulnerable claimants and defendants in the civil courts have been put forward by the Civil Justice Council.

Addressing the rehab paradox

NHS Resolution must resolve to change its stance on rehabilitation, argues Victoria Oliver

Claimant solicitors predict “sharp contraction” of PI market

The Civil Liability Act reforms will lead to a sharp contraction in the claimant personal injury (PI) market, according to a survey of lawyers this week.

High Court strikes off solicitor for dishonestly overcharging

A clinical negligence solicitor has been struck off by the High Court for grossly overcharging clients.

Patients 'failed' by NAO report that blames claimant lawyers

Coordinated approach needed to rein in rising cost of clinical negligence claims

Changing behaviours will encourage resolution

Following publication of Lord Justice Jackson's costs review, Claire Fazan gives her take on a possible, albeit radical, future approach to clinical negligence litigation

Consent, causation, and competence

Dr Jock Mackenzie provides a round-up of recent clinical negligence case law