PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE
A doctor’s written confession made under ‘coercion’ is not good evidence of negligence
Gujarat State Consumer Commission | October 2025
Doctors accused of criminal negligence should be allowed to present their explanations before Expert Committee
Kerala High Court | October 2025
Hospital administrators who fail to act promptly could be held personally liable
West Bengal State Consumer Commission | October 2025
Failure to justify a doctor’s presence in OT is not always negligence
Patna High Court | October 2025
Just Published | January 2026
Contract with patient’s employer permitted only a 2D scan – No legal obligation on sonologist to perform a Level II scan to detect foetal anomaly holds court
19MLCD (j1)
- Dr. Manoj Singh v/s Renu (Deceased) & Ors.
- Uttarakhand State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Dehradun
Judgement in favour of:
Doctor
Son gives consent on behalf of father in agony with a detailed note in local language – Court validates consent
19MLCD (j6)
- Arzoo Hospital & Anr. v/s Darshan Singh & Ors.
- National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, New Delhi
Judgement in favour of:
Doctor
Accident victim hospitalised and treated for 4 days – Doctor cannot escape liability under the garb of “first aid” holds court
19MLCD (j14)
- Dr. R. S. Gupta v/s Ram Awatar Mehta
- Bihar State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Patna
Judgement in favour of:
Patient
Criminal proceedings justified against doctor for delay in performing a caesarean – Patients treated as “guinea pigs / ATM machines” laments Allahabad High Court
19MLCD (j17)
- Dr. Ashok Kumar Rai v/s State of U. P. & Ors.
- Allahabad High Court, Allahabad
Judgement in favour of:
Patient
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Medical Law Cases – For Doctors (MLCD) is India’s only monthly medico-legal journal for healthcare professionals, simplifying complex court rulings into practical insights for doctors.
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Full texts of important rulings from Indian courts.
Abstract & Advice (A)
Simple, doctor-friendly summaries with practical do’s & don’ts.
Editor’s Comments
Expert insights on unusual or significant cases.
6–8 Key Judgments
6–8 important judgments relevant to doctors and hospitals
Notes ( N )
Focused overviews on contemporary medico-legal issues.
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Full texts of important rulings from Indian courts.
Most Popular Cases
Infant loses thumb due to nurse’s negligence – Madras High Court directs government hospital to treat the victim after attaining the age of 12 years
- Madras High Court, Bench at Madurai
- Ganesan v/s State of Tamil Nadu & Ors.
Judgement in favour of:
Patient
Starting ATT despite an inconclusive biopsy – Court slams doctor for his “confused state”
- Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, New Delhi
- Ashok Dubey v/s Indian Spinal Injuries Centre & Anr.
Judgement in favour of:
Patient
Manipulated medical records - A "culpable mental state" of doctors / hospitals which "cannot be lightly brushed aside" observes court
- Kerala State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Thiruvananthapuram
- Dr. Mini Jayachandran v/s Lifina Jose @ Anu Jose & Anr.
Judgement in favour of:
Patient
Charging for CPR on a “Brought Dead” patient was appropriate but charging for investigations was malpractice / unfair trade practice, holds court
- Delhi State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, New Delhi
- M/s Delhi Heart & Lung Institute v/s Mahender
Judgement in favour of:
Patient
Criminal proceedings justified against doctor for delay in performing a caesarean – Patients treated as “guinea pigs / ATM machines” laments Allahabad High Court
- Allahabad High Court, Allahabad
- Dr. Ashok Kumar Rai v/s State of U. P. & Ors.
Judgement in favour of:
Patient
Accident victim hospitalised and treated for 4 days – Doctor cannot escape liability under the garb of “first aid” holds court
- Bihar State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Patna
- Dr. R. S. Gupta v/s Ram Awatar Mehta
Judgement in favour of:
Patient
Editor speaks
Medical Law Cases For - Doctors | Editor Speaks Ep 83 | MedLegal Learnings For Healthcare Providers
MedLegal significance of patient medical history and the doctor's duty to properly elicit this information.
- Doctors have a legal duty to actively obtain a complete and correct patient medical history, regardless of patient concealment.
- Medical history is vital for managing co-morbid, critical, and high-risk patients to ensure better treatment outcomes.
- Doctors should use tailored questionnaires with specific questions to successfully elicit all necessary medical history.
Testimonials
Dr. S. L. Jethani
Medical Superintendent, HIHT University & Himalayan Hospital, Dehradun
Medical Law Cases – For Doctors is not only a journal but it is an essential excellent guidebook which helps every doctor to avoid minute unnoticed mistakes which may lead to trouble. Idea of giving ‘Suggested precautions’ is marvelous which draws immediate attention to what precautions a doctor must take and reminds what a doctor is not taking care of. I as a Medical Superintendent issue guidelines from ‘Suggested precautions’ and draw the attention of all doctors working with me including residents from time to time. I am sure this journal will be milestone in medical practice.
Dr. Murali Chakravarthy
Chief, Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Relief, Wockhardt Hospitals, Bangalore
Medicolegal aspects are often neglected by the practicing anestheiologists, till they get in to a medicolegal muddle. Medical Law Cases for Doctors is useful in highlighting the dos and don’ts. I hope the readers of articles from this journal will apply the useful tips and ‘take home messages’ in their practice and avoid unnecessary harassment if they are hauled up by litigants, patients and their lawyers. “Knowledge is power”
Dr. T. K. K. Naidu
Vice Principal, Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar
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Dr. K. Vijayakumar
National Past President, IMA Head Quarters, New Delhi
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Dr. (Mrs.) Suganthi Iyer
Assistant Director – Medical Services & Legal,P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, Mumbai
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Dr. D. R. Rai
Past National Hon. Secretary General, IMA Head Quarters, New Delhi
A ‘must-have’ journal for every doctor and hospital in India today. Simply indispensable.
FAQs
What is MLCD?
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice.
We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice. We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
Law reporters are meant for lawyers, not for doctors – Isn’t this true?
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice.
We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice. We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
Are there similar journals, publications, or law reporters for doctors?
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice.
We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice. We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
How to get the maximum from MLCD?
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice.
We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice. We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
Who should subscribe to MLCD?
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice.
We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice. We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
Who all are there on the editorial team?
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice.
We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice. We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
Who publishes this journal?
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice.
We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice. We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
Is MLCD available in digital format?
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice.
We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
MLCD is an acronym (short-form) for ‘Medical Law Cases – For Doctors,’ a monthly law reporter for the healthcare providers.
It updates them regularly on the changes in medical laws and also guides them on the precautions that need to be taken to avoid legal issues. The ‘Suggestions Precautions’ featured in this journal comprise of simple ‘Do’s & Don’ts’ that are pragmatic, relevant, and applicable in their day-to-day practice. We believe that ‘Prevention is better than cure.’
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