This Practical Guide to Dental Negligence Litigation provides helpful
information for lawyers who are running dental negligence cases, be that
for Claimant or Defendant.
The book is aimed at students and practising lawyers and gives a gentle
introduction to understanding dental records and also advice and tips
for running dental negligence cases as separate from clinical negligence
matters.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Louisa Sherlock is dual qualified in dentistry and law. She practised as
a dental surgeon for over a decade, both within the NHS and privately.
As well as treating patients, she assisted with the running of a busy
NHS practice and helped staff to prepare for CQC inspections.
Louisa carried out further training in the field of dentistry,
completing a two-year diploma to become a member of the Joint Dental
Faculties of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, London. Following
a further qualification in aesthetic dentistry, Louisa developed a
private practice involving cosmetic dentistry, invisible orthodontics
and facial aesthetics. She also did some work for a nationwide facial
aesthetics company. In addition, Louisa was a member of her Local Dental
Committee for several years.
Throughout her legal training, Louisa received numerous awards,
including the Lord Denning scholarship from Lincoln's Inn.
Louisa was called to the Bar in 2018 and is a member of No5 Chambers
based in Birmingham and London. Most of her work is in the field of
clinical negligence and personal injury. She regularly provides lectures
to dental surgeons and experts on relevant legal matters as part of
their Continuing Professional Development, and cross-examines experts as
part of their assessments with the Expert Witness Institute.
CONTENTS
Chapter One - Introduction to Dentistry
Chapter Two - Breach of Duty
Chapter Three - Causation
Chapter Four - Contributory Negligence
Chapter Five - Consent
Chapter Six - Expert Evidence - Which Expert to Instruct
Chapter Seven - Quantum
Chapter Eight - Non-Delegable Duty of Care and Vicarious Liability in
Dental Negligence Cases
Chapter Nine - Procedural Matters in Dental Negligence Cases
Chapter Ten - Conclusion
