[Medical liability: some news items]

SOME NEWS ITEMS. In 2002, the legal treatment of medical accidents changed significantly. The law of 4 March was essentially aimed at strengthening dialogue and conciliation. Simultaneously with other mechanisms, specific bodies have been set up to amicably settle disputes without recourse to justice. Many prejudices related to the medical activity were treated by the national solidarity. To date, the referral to jurisdictions is decreasing. A phenomenon of decriminalization of medical disputes is observed. Nevertheless, vigilance remains necessary, given the media coverage of this type of dispute, the growth of claims for damages, and the amount of some compensations.