Posted inClinical Negligence Issue 15

The limits of discretion in case management decisions

The limits of discretion in case management decisions Leo Kirby Prescott-Brann v Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust [2024] EWHC 3314 (KB) Background The underlying claim was an action in clinical negligence. The Claimant’s case was that a negligent delay in the diagnosis and treatment of his stroke had…
February 6, 2025Posted inClinical Negligence, Issue 15Tags:
Posted inClinical Negligence Data & Information Issue 15

Anonymity orders: putting the genie back in the bottle?

Anonymity orders: putting the genie back in the bottle? Leo Kirby PMC -v- A Local Health Board [2024] EWHC 2969 (KB) Nicklin J provides guidance on when and how to seek orders for anonymity and/or reporting restrictions. The default position must be open justice: it is for the applicant to…
December 3, 2024Posted inClinical Negligence, Data & Information, Issue 15Tags: ,