#medical negligence

04.12.2025 10:40

Doctor's liability for patient's death

I read the news that a seven-year-old boy died in Kyiv during a dental operation due to the administration of anesthesia, which could not be used during his illness. The anesthesiologist has already been suspected of improper performance of professional duties. What exactly can be the consequences for a doctor in such cases and are doctors always really held accountable if a patient dies during an operation due to their actions?

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19.11.2025 16:40

Doctor's liability for medical negligence

Can a doctor, who has admitted his guilt in negligence during a medical procedure, avoid criminal liability if the victim and the prosecutor do not object to it?

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24.11.2025 09:10

Medical error and liability of doctors

How is the liability of doctors determined in the case of a medical error during the treatment of children? Does the legislation of Ukraine provide for liability for failure to comply with or improper implementation of medical standards?

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28.08.2025 09:40

Can a doctor be held liable for medical negligence?

I recently learned about a case in Zhytomyr region where an obstetrician-gynecologist failed to respond appropriately to a deteriorating fetal condition during labor, resulting in the death of a newborn baby. I am wondering if the doctor will be held liable for his negligence and what are the possible consequences for him?

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