The child was diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a result of a brain injury due to lack of oxygen. The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has ruled in favour of a mother who sued the Eastern Cape Health MEC ...

Former Timbers' goalkeeper Jake Gleeson emerged victorious after a five-year legal battle over allegations of medical ...

The issue of a legal framework to deal with medical negligence cases was recently raised before the Lok Sabha. In this regard ...

When you visit an emergency room, you have certain expectations. You expect to receive adequate care and for your health ...

Govt clarifies legal framework on medical negligence, medical errorsThe issue of a legal framework to deal with medical negligence cases was recently ...

For patients and families impacted by opioid-related medical negligence, there are legal ... Stricter prescribing guidelines, better education for doctors on opioid risks, and more resources ...

In short, the patient must be able to show no responsible medical practitioner (of similar standing) would have acted in the manner in which the impugned doctor or consultant acte ...

Accountability in negligence cases can be ensured by implementing a system that mandates businesses and service providers to carry liability insurance and allows lawyers to receive a percentage of ...