Clinical NegligenceCavendish Publishing, 2001 M12 18 - 578 pages A guide to medical negligence for both legal and medical practitioners. It includes a comprehensive analysis of the substantive and procedural aspects of a medical negligence claim; coverage of other jurisdictions; a guide to statutes; and forms and precedents with practical tips. |
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