RiskBites: When can a patient sue?

The thought of litigation can unsettle the most seasoned practitioner. A question often asked by members who have received notification, or a threat of legal proceedings is …. ‘When can patients sue?’In this episode of RiskBites Senior dentolegal consultant Dr Annalene Weston and Dr Kiran Keshwara, from Dental protection discuss the how, when and why patients can successfully sue their dentist.They go on to explain the process of legal claims and provide sequential advice on how to proceed if you do find yourself in receipt of letter from a lawyer.  Concluding their discussion with helpful tips and advice on how you can avoid a complaint or adverse outcome escalating to a legal claim in the first place.

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