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What information can doctors disclose to the DVLA about a patient's fitness to drive, and under what circumstances?
Wilful neglect or ill-treatment of patients is a serious offence. Read our advice on what to do when the offence applies.
A professional witness (also known as a witness of fact) helps the court establish the facts of a case. Here’s what you need to know.
Doctors may be need to prepare reports or statements for a variety of reasons. Here are our tips on how to write a factual report.
Advice for foundation doctors on reducing the risk of criminal investigations, plus how and when the MDU can help.
A patient visited her GP, extremely anxious about a forthcoming family court appearance that she was unwilling to attend.
Secondary care providers registered with CQC in England are subject to a statutory duty of candour, in addition to the ethical duty on individual practitioners.
Healthcare organisations (other than health service bodies) registered with CQC in England are subject to a statutory duty of candour.
An expert witness provides an impartial medical opinion to a court, tribunal or committee.