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Testing in Testing Times: WADA Anti-Doping Guidance for Athletes in light of COVID-19
Julie Norris
15 October 2019
Virtual GP apps will revolutionise medical care and the medical negligence landscape
You may have seen a growing number of advertising campaigns for “virtual” GP applications (“apps”) on your daily commute. These apps offer patients the chance to arrange a video or telephone appointment with a GP. The patient can then book a face-to-face appointment if necessary. Some of the providers offer a free service because it qualifies for NHS funding. These apps bring about benefits but also risks and unanswered questions around liability and medical negligence.
3 October 2019
Jurisdictional Gateways in Personal Injury claims
Lady Christine Brownlie (Claimant) v Four Seasons Holdings Incorporated (Defendant) and FS Cairo (Nile Plaza) LLC (Proposed Defendant)
20 August 2019
Personal Injury and Medical Negligence Limitation Period
If you are considering claiming compensation for medical negligence or personal injury, it is important to be aware of the time limit for making a claim. This time limit is known as the ‘limitation period’.
24 July 2019
Ureter damage following a hysterectomy
In the recently reported case of JD V Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, Ms JD, a 42-year-old woman was awarded £45,000 after she suffered damage to her ureter during a hysterectomy in November 2017.
25 July 2018
Settlement of Medical Negligence Claims
As solicitors who represent seriously injured children and adults in clinical negligence claims, we are aware that, while Claimants need access to compensation, they may be worried by the prospect of a trial.
