Medical doctors and allied health professionals deal with a range of complex legal issues on a daily basis, making decisions that have far reaching medical-legal consequences. They must stay informed and up-to-date with their rights and obligations under legislation in order to protect both themselves and the patients in their care. This is an essential quick-reference book for medical professionals. Written by an internationally renowned team of medical-legal academics, this book should be on the bookshelf of every health care practitioner.