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Tables of Contents for Childbirth and the Law
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Table of Cases
xvii
Introduction
1
6
PART 1: THE CURRENT LAW
Legal Intervention When A Fetus is Theratened or Harmed
7
26
Elements of a Negligence Action in Obstetrics and Midwifery
33
23
Negligent Treatment in Obstetrics and Midwifery
56
26
Negligent Failure to Provide Appropriate Information in Obstetrics and Midwifery
82
20
Other Actions in Obstetrics and Midwifery
102
10
The Assessment of Damages
112
23
PART II: ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF THE LAW
The Legal Status of the Fetus
135
54
A Question of Autonomy?
189
51
Applying the Law of Negligence
240
38
After Birth: Maternal Liability for Antenatal Conduct?
278
26
The Duty of Care in Obstetrics and Midwifery
304
36
The Reality of Negligence Actions and the Need for Reform
340
25
Conclusion: The Role of the Law
365
13
Glossary of Medical Terms
378
7
Glossary of Legal Terms
385
4
Index
389