Odoeme CV, Ugwuja D, Onah CS. Medical Error Litigation in Nigeria: A Proposal for Change.
J Leg Med 2022;
42:111-121. [PMID:
37594366 DOI:
10.1080/01947648.2023.2238564]
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Abstract
Negligence actions are the most important and dynamic of all torts because they are the principal means of compensating victims of accidents, including medical errors. Unfortunately, victims of medical error in Nigeria have not historically been able to enjoy the relief available through negligence suits. This article explores the Nigerian legal and regulatory framework for addressing medical errors and offers suggestions that could help improve such medical error response.
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