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A comprehensive analysis by Professor Hennie Klopper of the problem of medical negligence claims in the public sector, and a discussion of proposed solutions to address the issue. It is one which has rapidly escalated to crisis proportions and needs to be addressed.
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There has never nor is there presently any labour or employment legislation which regulates or controls the use of the test or to protect the Employee's right against the abuse of the test by an Employer seeking to dismiss or punish an Employee. Polygraphs can only be used when consent is freely given or permitted in the employment contract.
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Liability insurance in clinical trials is an indemnity covering the liability of an applicant for injury attributable to participation in the clinical trial. The loss covered includes that for medical treatment, and financial or other assistance necessary to adequately compensate participants for resultant impairment disability or handicap. When applying for a clinical trial to be approved, the applicant, the manufacturer, must submit evidence of comprehensive no-fault insurance. It seems that this measure is an adequate filter to avoid any company that may have nefarious intentions.