Hospitals And The Law (1915)

Hospitals And The Law is a book written by Edwin Valentine Mitchell in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal aspects of hospitals and the healthcare industry in the United States at the time. The author explores various topics such as the legal responsibility of hospitals, the rights of patients, medical malpractice, and the legal framework for hospital administration.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of hospital law. The first chapter provides an overview of the legal principles that govern the operation of hospitals. The second chapter discusses the legal rights of patients, including their right to privacy, informed consent, and medical treatment.The third chapter examines the legal responsibilities of hospitals, including their duty to provide safe and adequate care, to maintain proper medical records, and to prevent medical errors. The author also discusses the liability of hospitals for the actions of their employees, including doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.The fourth chapter focuses on medical malpractice, including the legal standards for proving negligence, the role of expert witnesses, and the damages that may be awarded in medical malpractice cases. The author also discusses the impact of malpractice insurance on the healthcare industry.The final chapter of the book explores the legal framework for hospital administration, including the role of hospital boards, the legal requirements for hospital accreditation, and the legal issues surrounding hospital mergers and acquisitions.Overall, Hospitals And The Law provides a thorough and insightful analysis of the legal aspects of hospitals and the healthcare industry in the early 20th century. The book is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the history of healthcare law in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.