A glimpse of a new normal, or a step too far?
Aviva had written to solicitors questioning medical expert’s credentials and ability to practise.
Medical negligence cases benefited from pragmatic collaboration by all involved during the pandemic. Politicians intent on reforming the handling of disputes which arise from clinical failings should take note.
Arguments that frame cases as a ‘drain on the NHS’ are promoted by people who have not experienced the fallout of clinical negligence.
Senior associate and head of the dental negligence team, Bath.
Judge says that suspended sentence would not send the message that defrauding the NHS is utterly unacceptable.
Number of claims down, firms dropping out, claimants in limbo. For insurers, the portal worked like a charm.
Lawyers say system is not working for volume claims, as MoJ concedes implementation has been ‘a little bumpy’.
Listed credit hire and legal services provider announces 53% increase in profit before tax.