Claims for compensation Flashcards
1
Q
what is negligence
A
to prove need 3 things:
- duty of care
- causation of harm
-breach of duty
2
Q
in Scotland what case describes breach of duty
A
Hunter v Hanley
- usual and normal practice
-defender not adapted normal practice
-non-ordinary care
3
Q
handling claims for compensation
A
contact indemnity
- write a letter of response to letter of claim
4
Q
what is compensated
A
reimbursement of tx cost to put right pain and suffering of amenity. solicitor fees.
5
Q
in secondary care (hospital and public health service) who deals with claims
A
NHS indemnity
