Psychiatrist sued for negligence, but made informed choice to interview patient alone
By Jeffrey R. Smith Aug 23, 2023
The British Columbia Court of Appeal ruled that a psychiatrist’s injuries from a violent patient were primarily due to his own decision to conduct an unaccompanied interview despite known risks, rather than employer negligence. The court found the employer, Interior Health Authority, reasonably balanced staff safety with patient care, and that additional risk assessments or policies would not have changed the outcome.
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