Deciding two connected writ petitions arising from a common Industrial Tribunal Award, the Delhi High Court set aside the Tribunal's direction granting hotel workmen a further…
Doctor Following Accepted Medical Practices Not Liable For Complications That Arise Post-Surgery : Supreme Court
The Supreme Court ruled that doctors following accepted medical practices are not liable for complications arising post-surgery. The case involved a doctor accused of negligence after a patient developed complications following surgery. The court found that the doctor had adhered to standard medical practices and was not liable for the unforeseen complications. This decision reinforces the protection for medical professionals who follow established protocols, ensuring they are not unfairly penalized for adverse outcomes beyond their control. The ruling aims to balance patient rights with the need to protect doctors from frivolous litigation.