Civil litigation and the child psychiatrist.
J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 1990 Nov; 29(6):963-8.JA

Abstract

This paper reviews the legal principles involved in tort litigation and covers the evolution of case law regarding recovery of damages for psychic trauma. Concepts of zone of danger, foreseeability, and proximate cause are discussed. Issues for both plaintiff and expert witness are discussed. Case examples are provided, and recommendations are made regarding the child psychiatrist's involvement in these cases.

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Schetky DH
Department of Psychiatry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
Guyer MJ
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MeSH

AdolescentChildChild Abuse, SexualChild AdvocacyChild PsychiatryExpert TestimonyFemaleHumansInsurance, LiabilityStress Disorders, Post-Traumatic

Pub Type(s)

Case Reports
Journal Article

Language

eng

PubMed ID

2273029