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Clinical Negligence & The Civil Procedure Rules
27th November 2003 by Paul Stewart-Davies LLM, Bsc, Dip N, RMN.
This paper analyses the impact of the Civil Procedure Rules on clinical negligence. An article of specific interest to the expert witness. To access the document just click on the links below.
Complete document 50kb
There is a discussion board on our forum for this publication please feel free to post your comments. Just follow the link to our Forum Board and open Nursing Experts and Case Managers.
The Human Rights Act 1998
20th November 2003 by Paul Stewart-Davies LLM, Bsc, Dip N, RMN.
This paper analyses the impact of the Human Rights Act 1998 on the mentally disordered offender with particular reference to those detained in private healthcare organisations. To access the document just click on the links below.
Abstract 12kb
Complete Document 300kb.
HSE 2003 Revised Edition of Accident Book
19th October 2003 DJW.
There is a new format to the HSE Accident Book which was released in May 2003. The new book takes into account the requirements under the Data Protection Act 1998. Previous editions can still be used upto 31st December 2003. As from this date earlier editions must not be used. Further information can be accessed here.
Minimum Wage Hourly Rates Increase from 1st October
1st October 2003 DJW.
The mimimum adult hourly wage has increased to £4.50. The youth rate increased to £3.80 an hour.
These new rises came into force on October 1st 2003. Call the minimum wage helpline on 0845 6000 678 for more information.
Code of Practice
Further information regarding the Forum debate on the timing of expert witness reports. For the link for the CODE OF BEST PRACTICE ON REHABILITATION, EARLY INTERVENTION AND MEDICAL TREATMENT IN PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS please click here.
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