The doctor should acquire the habit of making a careful note of all the facts observed by him. Vagueness and theory have no place in legal medicine. He should examine the facts which come to his knowledge in his special capacity, draw his conclusions logically and correctly after a detailed consideration of the pros and cons of the case, and indicate to the Court that interpretation, along with the grounds on which it is based. Presumption is not proof, and conjecture is not evidence. The Court has no special medical knowledge. It relies on medical witness for an opinion and expects him to assist it with his special knowledge and experience in perusal of truth.
Friday, 29 June 2012
Emedinews:Insights on medicolegal issues: Medical testimony of doctor in the Court of law
The doctor should acquire the habit of making a careful note of all the facts observed by him. Vagueness and theory have no place in legal medicine. He should examine the facts which come to his knowledge in his special capacity, draw his conclusions logically and correctly after a detailed consideration of the pros and cons of the case, and indicate to the Court that interpretation, along with the grounds on which it is based. Presumption is not proof, and conjecture is not evidence. The Court has no special medical knowledge. It relies on medical witness for an opinion and expects him to assist it with his special knowledge and experience in perusal of truth.
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