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Article 2022-11-24
In this article we explore a recent decision of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, which serves as a reminder of the importance of confidentiality in the doctor-patient relationship and the situations in which the disclosure of patient health information is prohibited.
Article 2022-11-10
The Irish Court of Appeal has voiced strong criticism of the “hired gun” expert who takes on the role of advocate, and has signalled much tighter control and greater enforcement of the rules relating to expert evidence (Duffy v McGee Insulation Services). The Court also warned that lawyers who call experts who do not comply with their duties to the Court may face adverse consequences in respect of legal costs.
Article 2022-10-25
Recent statistics from the World Health Organisation suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic triggered a 25% increase in the prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide, sounding a very clear warning that all countries need to vastly improve their mental health services, treatment and support. In this article, we look at how psychedelic treatment is viewed by insurers as a possible medical solution for people who suffer with major depressive disorder.
News 2022-10-25
Top accolades awarded to the firm in the latest Chambers & Partners guide to leading law firms and lawyers across the country.
Article 2022-10-21
A roundup of recent court decisions raising issues relating to Part 36 offers; Calderbank offers and judicial discretion, and contempt of court.
Article 2022-10-21
A summary of key developments which include the second report on the Early Notification Scheme; the draft Mental Health Bill 2022; the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill; the Damages Claims Portal; proposals to increase the use of mediation in the civil justice system; the costs review launched by the Civil Justice Council; and the current position regarding proposals to change the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Code of Practice and implementation of the Liberty Protection Safeguards.
Article 2022-10-19
In this article, which was originally published in the Australian Health Law Bulletin, our healthcare experts in Australia and the UK provide an overview of the recent decision of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust v Verden and consider its implications for clinical ethics committees.
News 2022-10-11
Following the publication of The Legal 500 UK 2023, we are proud to announce that the firm has once again achieved impressive rankings and recognition within the latest guide to leading law firms and lawyers.
Article 2022-09-28
A summary of key developments including a political landscape roundup, an update on the Damages Claims Portal, the Civil Justice Council’s holistic costs consultation, and the Ministry of Justice’s proposals to increase the use of mediation in the civil justice system.
Article 2022-09-15
Joining an existing medical practice as an owner is a big step, both in terms of practitioners' medical career and their legal responsibilities. It is important for practitioners to properly understand what they are signing up to. In this article, Nicholas Blackmore discusses the different types of business structures and the factors practitioners should consider when joining a medical practice as an owner.
