The average standard to which a competent practitioner would practice
VICARIOUS LIABILITY
THE STANDARD OF CARE
NHS RESOLUTION
This is outlined in NHS staff's contracts
The failure to exercise reasonable standards of care
INDEMNITY
The employer is responsible for the employee's actions
THE BOLAM TEST
NEGLIGENCE
Each trust must pay into this pool
Used to determine whether a doctor has been negligent
The NHS has this to protect its staff, so they don't need insurance
Has a pool of money ready to meet liabilities of patient claims
The decision is determined by medical professionals in the same area
Often leads to damage to the patient
e.g. the NHS is liable for its employees
DUTY OF CARE
The doctor's duty to take care of their patients and prevent harm
Protection against a loss or other financial burden
