It is difficult to sue for malpractice against a doctor or a hospital.

On TV malpractice suits often comes with huge financial gains for the patient. And the good always wins over an arrogant doctor.

As you can see with the case of Vincent Liew, reality is different.

First, question yourself: are you indeed a victim of medical malpractice? Before you do anything else, get opinions from people who know what they are talking about.

Then, get a copy of all medical data. It is your right. Be sure to do it in writing, but don’t give a reason.

When you have gathered all the facts, consult with more than one attorney. You should make sure that the counsel you finally choose, has knowledge in your area of medical malpractice.

Then, you must have patience. And you must understand that this will be a fight.

In Britain, the Telegraph reports than muslim doctors and nurses can opt out of strict hygiene rules.

The rules were originally drawn up to cut the number of patients who were falling ill, and even dying, from superbugs such as MRSA and Clostridium difficile.

Now, female staff who follow the Islamic faith can cover their arms to keep their modesty despite earlier guidance that all staff should be “bare below the elbow”.

The Department of Health has also relaxed rules prohibiting jewellery so that Sikh members of staff can wear bangles linked with their faith, providing they are pushed up the arm while the medic treats a patient.

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Now, I respect all religions. But in this case, it is obvious that work and religion don’t go hand in hand. If the hygiene rules really are necessary they must apply to everyone. No exceptions. Period. The first priority is the patient, not the staff.

If you as an employee has problem with company rules, you seek employment elsewhere.