Mitigating medico-legal risk in general practice: Insights from plaintiff lawyers

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Two Australian plaintiff medical negligence lawyers, Elizabeth Utting and Michael Passaro, join host Dr David Lim to unpack the real-world patterns they see in claims against GPs. This episode offers a candid, medico-legal lens on everyday general practice, highlighting practical ways to strengthen patient safety and reduce risk:

  • Explore recurring medico-legal pitfalls for GPs in Australia
  • Examine the medico-legal implications of GP scribe and AI transcription tools
  • Gain practical perspectives on informed consent, managing expectations, and safety netting
  • Reflect on how GPs can balance defensive medicine, resource constraints, Medicare pressures, and patient safety

 

Experts: Elizabeth Utting, Medical Negligence Practice Group Leader
Michael Passaro, Senior Managing Solicitor

Host: Dr David Lim, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 50 mins

Last Updated: 8 Sep, 2026

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