AN OVERVIEW OF THE CONCEPT OF MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE IN NIGERIA
Medical professionals owe their patients a duty of care and an action for medical negligence can be founded on a breach of that duty which results in an injury. Examples of medical negligence abound2 notwithstanding that they are grossly underreported. For instance, in Nigeria, a patient who was suffering from typhoid was misdiagnosed and treated for toilet infection.
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Lex Littera Fourth Edition
We will be consistent in our half-yearly publication of Lex Littera, providing insightful commentary on topical legal issues and our sterling touch as Mentisians in elevating the reputation and quality of our submissions.
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SALIENT PROVISIONS OF THE ARBITRATION AND MEDIATION ACT, 2023
Introduction: On May 26, 2023, former President Muhammadu Buhari gave assent to the then Arbitration and Mediation Bill (the Act). Section 90 of the Act repealed the Arbitration and Conciliation Act CAP A18 LFN 2004 (ACA). The Act has been greeted with enthusiasm due to its several innovative provisions. These legislative developments will elevate the practice of Arbitration and Mediation to a more efficient and effective practice. We have highlighted some of the key provisions of the Act below. administrator
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