Dr Beth Walker from Medical Protection explains the recent legal case between Evie Toombes and GP Dr Philip Mitchell and considers the possible longer-term implications.
Hundreds of doctors have raised concerns after a GP who was sued for medical advice he gave 20-years ago was advised not to appeal the High Court judgment against him.
Hundreds of doctors have raised concerns after a GP who was sued for medical advice he gave 20-years ago lost the case and was unable to appeal the High Court judgment.