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New Regulation for California Medical Doctors

Effective June 27, 2010, a new regulation, mandated by Business and Professions Code section 138, will go into effect requiring physicians in California to inform their patients that they are licensed by the Medical Board of California, and include the board’s contact information. The information must read as follows. NOTICE TO CONSUMERS Medical doctors are …

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CA Supreme Court Ruling Effectively Overturns Good Samaritan Law

As of December 18, 2008, helping someone in need just became risky and complicated.  In a split decision, the California Supreme Court determined that if you attempt to render non-medical assistance to someone (even if as part of a rescue attempt,) you can be held personally liable for any injury that the victim may claim …

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