A few months ago I made an appointment with my doctor to have a skin cancer removed from my face. This proved to be a disaster. I have been left with a scar that covers my entire cheek. A skin specialist I have subsequently seen told me that my general practitioner was not qualified to undertake this procedure. What recourse do I have against my doctor?
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Answer by LegalEagle™ Staff, Forbes 2871 NSW
- The Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) stipulates the standard of care required of a professional when they are acting in their professional capacity.
- The law states that if the professional was acting in a way that was common practice and accepted by the industry in Australia by peer professionals then the professional may not be liable for the injuries.
- However a court may decide that the peer professional’s standard practice is wrong.
- You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible to discuss the individual circumstances of your case.