GPs an important part of getting patients back on the job after a WorkCover claim For the latest of a series on legal matters in general practice, newsGP spoke with two experts about WorkCover and return-to-work practices, and the role GPs play.
Medical Good Samaritans and the law: What GPs need to know For the seventh of a series on legal matters in general practice, newsGP spoke with two experts about whether GPs can face legal liability for negligence if they give assistance in an emergency.
The cause of death: When GPs need to write a death certificate newsGP spoke to medico-legal expert Dr Sara Bird about what to keep in mind while issuing a death certificate.
Doctor shopping and what it means for GPs For the sixth in a series on legal matters in general practice, newsGP spoke with two experts regarding what GPs need to know about doctor shopping.
Medical negligence: What GPs need to know For the fifth of a series on legal matters in general practice, newsGP spoke with two experts regarding what GPs need to know about medical negligence.
Giving evidence in court: What GPs need to know For the fourth of our series on legal matters in general practice, newsGP spoke with two experts regarding what GPs need to know about giving evidence in court.
Served with a subpoena? What GPs need to know For the third of a series on legal matters in general practice, newsGP spoke with two experts about what a GP's obligations are when complying with subpoenas.
Test for medical capacity: What GPs need to know For the second of a series on legal matters in general practice, newsGP spoke with two experts about what GPs need to know when called to determine if their patient has medical capacity.
Six new social media road rules Dr Edwin Kruys reflects on the changing nature of the social media highway, and lists a few recommended ‘road rules’ for GPs.
Preparing medico-legal reports: What GPs need to know For the first of a series on legal matters in general practice, newsGP spoke with two experts about the best way to prepare medico-legal documents – and how to avoid the pitfalls.