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Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care
Published on: February 16, 2011
[Reproach of malpractice - legal procedure and possible consequences]
Volker Dittmann1, Roland Hausmann
1Institut für Rechtsmedizin der Universität Basel. Volker.Dittmann@bs.ch
Abstract:
Legal liability proceedings against doctors have increased considerably within the last few years. These discussions frequently start with communication problems between doctors and patients. Patients should be informed openly about unwanted incidents; this does not mean recognition of a liability obligation. Many proceedings do not get to courts when an agreement can be obtained after an independent expertise. In addition to a criminal proceeding a civil law liability can follow on proved malpractice. The important steps of legal proceeding and their consequences are represented.
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