Reducing Risk - Tips for the witness box and providing an expert opinion
The Medical Protection New Zealand podcastShow Notes
It is very common for clinicians to be required to be a witness of fact in a court case, at a Coroner’s inquest or Tribunal hearing. Others are asked to be an expert witness. What’s the difference? If you’ve never done this before, it can be daunting. Listen to this podcast as we explore helpful tips when faced with these unfamiliar roles.
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