Medical Justice Press release on the inquiry into the report “Outsourcing Abuse”, which was published in 2008 by Birnberg Peirce & Partners, Medical Justice and NCADC.

“UKBA are under so much pressure at the moment. There has been almost constant media coverage for months of a wide number of organsiations expressing concern about conditions in detention and during removals. There have been revelations about inappropriate methods used by UKBA case-workers in determining asylum claims.  Prominent actors, authors and religious leaders as well as articles in tabloid newspapers have called for an end to the detention of children.  Over 30 MPs have signed an Early Day Motion calling for an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding a recent disturbance at Yarl’s Wood immigration removal centre for women, children and families. The BBC World Service recently revealed that at least £2m been paid out in compensation claims regarding detention.  It seems that UKBA are under attack about detention from many sides.”

We welcome the publication of Baroness O’Loan’s detailed report into the allegations raised by us in the dossier presented to the Home Secretary in 2008.

Although there is no finding of “systemic abuse”, we consider the work undertaken in bringing so many serious allegation of abuse to the attention of the public has been vindicated.  There are many alarming findings in relation to both the complaints process, the retention of paperwork by UKBA and the application of the use of force in immigration detention.  The report makes 22 recommendations for change.  In the light of this it is alarming that, Lin Homer, the Chief Executive of UKBA, can imply in her foreward that our motivation in reporting on allegations of abuse was to “damage the reputation of our contractors”, as distinct from highlighting alarming trends.

“Baroness O’Loan has recognised that use of control and restraint and the use of handcuffs on this very vulnerable group of detainees has often been disproportionate, unnecessary and inappropriate.  What is often forgotten is that many in immigration detention are survivors of horrific violence, torture and abuse who, as a result may be suicidal or suffer from mental illness.  The use of force on such people can cause long lasting damage as we have been able to prove on many occasions where civil claims have been brought and settled”. Harriet Wistrich, Birnberg Peirce & Partners

“As we expected, Baroness O’Loan found that in the majority of cases in which complaints were made, previous investigations were inadequate or not done.  She said that “On occasion there quite simply had been a failure to deal properly with the complaints” which is, sadly, a familiar scenario to us.” NCADC spokesperson

“I am particularly perturbed about her concerns about the improper use of handcuffs, because I have examined the resulting injuries, which can be serious and long-lasting. I am also concerned that I have never (in over ten cases) seen a competent examination of these injuries by a doctor working in a detention centre. This violates good medical practice and UK BA policy.” Dr Frank Arnold, Clinical Advisor, Medical Justice

“At least 16 of the 46 claimants whose cases were highlighted in Outsourcing Abuse now have leave to remain in the UK, begging the question why they were ever detained in the first place”. Emma Ginn, Medical Justice

Suren Khachatryan claims he was kicked and stamped on during at attempt to remove him.  He suffered a collapsed lung.  Baronees O’Loan found that there had been no proper investigation of Mr Khachatryan’s complaint or whether the force used against him was lawful, necessary or proportionate.

“‘I am scared to say too much in response to this in case it [the assault] happens again. I am glad that this independent report notes there was no proper investigation. I am still feeling the consequences of the assault. I still have therapy. It has affected me. I am still receiving treatment five years later. I am very disappointed the government did not do their job properly in the first place. If they do want to re-investigate this again though I am willing to cooperate with them and provide them with what they need.” Suren Khachatryan

We are unsure why the report says that our dossier did not contain 300 allegations – we said in Outsourcing Abuse that we “present findings from our dossier that has reached nearly 300 cases”.  The tables on page 53 of Outsourcing Abuse give details of the cases – 289 of them to be exact.  In Outsourcing Abuse we stated it was based on the findings of those cases and that we included detailed case-studies where we had the claimant’s permission to do so (48 case-studies relating to 46 individuals).

Outsourcing Abuse can be downloaded at www.medicaljustice.org.uk

Notes

On 18th July 2008 UKBA undertook to “ensure an appropriate and thorough investigation is conducted into each and every case identified”.  A number of the 46 people identified in Outsourcing Abuse were not contacted by UKBA since we published the report to see if they had any further statement or evidence to submit for an investigation ; we are concerned how adequate the UKBA (re)investigation could have been.

Although the recent style of the UK Borders Agency seems to be to traduce those who bring unpleasant facts to public attention, we feel vindicated having published “Outsourcing Abuse”.  The rate of assault allegations appears to have reduced notably since the date we published the report, though the rate of allegations remain of concern.

We continue to receive a growing number of allegations of other forms of abuse in detention, including inadequate healthcare provision.

The government is driven by seemingly arbitrary targets on deportation.  We fear this may lead to further abuse. In 2008 they announced a near doubling of detention capacity.  In January 2010 they revealed they are discussing the re-designating of two prisons as immigration removal centres.

Other organisations have expressed concerns about the use of force during removals ; HM Inspector of Prisons (HMIP) published a report in August 2009 which echoed many of our findings ; alleged abusive treatment, detainees self-harming, a lack of proper medical attention, aggressiveness of guards, and a “swift resort” to use of force, that in many cases the use of force led to abandonment of a removal and heightened the risk of ill-treatment or abuse. HMIP found that the “posturing and interference” by escorts appeared to have led even to the failure of the removal of a number of detainees who were not previously disputing their removal.

Home Office’s own Complaints Audit Committee (CAC) last report (November 2008) before it was disbanded stated that there were “endemic and enlarging problems” in misconduct investigations and “indications of rising discontent and continuing failures”. The CAC revealed that 79% of serious misconduct complainants were not interviewed, 65% of responses to them were not defensible and 27% took over 1 year.

Another reason why UKBA are under so much pressure at the moment is that there has been almost constant media coverage for months of a wide number of organsiations expressing concern about conditions in detention and during removals ; the Royal Colleges of Paediatricians, Psychiatrists and General Practitioners, the Children’s Commissioner, and Human Rights Watch to name a few.  There have been revelations about inappropriate methods used by UKBA case-workers in determining asylum claims.  Prominent actors, authors and religious leaders as well as articles in tabloid newspapers have called for an end to the detention of children.  Over 30 MPs have signed an Early Day Motion calling for an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding a recent disturbance at Yarl’s Wood immigration removal centre for women, children and families. The BBC World Service recently revealed that at least £2m been paid out in compensation claims regarding detention.  It seems that UKBA are under attack about detention from many sides.

We were not notified by UKBA of publication of the inquiry. We consider it is improper and discourteous that the press were invited to a briefing about the inquiry before we, the authors of the dossier, were provided with the report. The complainants, whose cases are featured in the report, were similarly excluded.

A woman in New Zealand did nothing to dispel the image that women are poor drivers when she ran her husband over – twice.

She was reversing her 4×4 and did not see him behind her.

She also apparently didn’t feel the bump as she ran over him

She then drove the vehicle forward – running over him again !!!

The man was airlifted to hospital with back and head injuries.

His wife was apparently distraught when she realised what she had done

A police spokesperson said they were not treating the incident as suspicious

Source . . .

They simply possess an excellent level of competence and expertise that most personal injury lawyers in the United States are still trying to learn from. Anyone who has mastery over a subject matter performs with ease and desired results are often achieved. This is the true mark of a professional: he does not stop until he wins excellence in his field; and in personal injury cases in the United States, Florida Accident Lawyers have what it takes to win.

It is a challenge to win in a medical malpractice case today. The road leading to a verdict favorable to the client is strewn with more stumbling blocks than what an ordinary case has to step or climb over. Understandably, the health care industry has power in the right places, and the resources to spend at will when necessary.

“Stumbling Blocks” to a Sure Win:

State Laws:

The task of Florida Malpractice Lawyers to win their client’s claims against medical malpractice became even harder with the passage of laws in most states, which provides protection to medical practitioners. Unless a client’s personal injury lawyer has solid experience in this field, a client’s claim will be fraught with difficulty.

Legal “Caps”:

One of the legislations passed by most states is to establish limits or “caps” as to the amount that can be received by the plaintiff in a medical malpractice case. Damages can be awarded, but within the limits established by the courts. This apparently gives protection not only to medical professionals, but to the entire medical industry as this legislation covers hospitals as well. This legal limit extends to attorney’s fees that the courts will allow should a medical malpractice claim wins.

Time Limit:

In most states, unless an extension is accommodated by the courts in special cases, prescription period in filing claims against medical malpractice cases is only two years.

The “Seal of Secrecy”:

One of the requisites to an indisputable medical malpractice claim to proceed is the issuance of a “Certificate of Merit” by an authorized third party who is a member of the medical community. His task is to review the case as to its merits, and when he finds out that there is legal basis sufficient enough to file a claim against a medical professional or a medical provider, which is the hospital, he executes the certificate.

What makes this a stumbling block is the fact that the issuing party is also a member of the medical industry, and most are unwilling to testify against a colleague. It is a real challenge to locate someone who will declare in writing that his fellow practitioner has performed a negligent act or has provided poor health care. This reluctance by doctors is what most Florida Lawyers refer to as “seal of secrecy” in the medical profession.

Shared Responsibility in some cases:

The medical community, though large and dispersed across the United States, has programs or associations where most of the medical professionals belong to. When a medical situation develops in a patient, it is not unlikely that a fellow consults another. Whatever procedure or medical approach is performed may not be the handiwork of just one professional, and filing a claim against one impacts those who may not have performed the malpractice, but in theory had. Similar to no. 4, this makes the situation sticky, and more likely, no one will deliberately point an accusing finger to someone. It may be a tough one, but Florida Lawyers are not undaunted by any challenge. They are equipped, they are ready. That’s why they are the best.

Markus Skupeika
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It seems as though, in this country (America), pregnancy is some sort of twisted sickness, a parasitic disease – one which must be treated with devices, stirrups, and uncomfortable, unnecessary procedures. We, as those aforementioned pregnant folk (or pregnant women-to-be)must remember our rights as not only adults, but as patients; which include the following list:

1. The consent of a competent woman’s husband is never required for her treatment.

1a. Simply put, this means a woman is NOT the property of her husband, he does not have the authority in a competent, conscious state of mind, to choose her path of treatment – without her said consent.

2. Women have a right to having another woman present during a physical examination.

2a. You may have a chosen person (or persons) in the doctor’s office with you, during examinations, and during delivery (this person isn’t prohibited to solely a woman; it may be a chosen birthing partner, midwife, doula, etc.).

3. Women can refuse to be examined or treated by anyone.

4. Women have a right to have the father of the child, or another advocate, present during childbirth and delivery.

4a. In conjunction with legal right 2.

5. Pregnant women have a right to refuse any medical treatment or drug, including a cesarean section, episiotomy, anesthesia, and pain medication.

5a. You have the RIGHT (not a privilege, but a right) to refuse major abdominal surgery if it is not an emergency – for instance, if there is not true danger to your unborn infant, or yourself. This right also include choosing to use more holistic treatments (avoiding an episiotomy by using perinatal massage).

6. A woman has a right to change her mind about any decision made before or during labor or childbirth.

6a. You decide to transfer from your home or birthing center to a hospital – that’s your right, and your choice – your body, your baby, your birth.

7. A woman and her newborn have a right to remain in a hospital up to 48 hours after a vaginal birth and 96 hours after a cesarean section (your goal, however, should be to get mother and child out of the hospital as soon as it is safe for them to be discharged).

7a. Although, you may want to get out earlier – you still have the right to remain for the full 48 or 96 hours; and continue to be treated by your obstetrician and/or midwife and/or nurse.

This information comes from; “Reproductive Health in The Rights of Patients: The Basic ACLU Guide to Patients Rights.”

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Most adverbs end in -ly such as certainly, quickly, sadly, probably, but non -ly forms include often, soon, away. There are two types. First, verb-phrase adverbs that say how the action in the verb takes place, such as the words underlined here:
The politician quietly but firmly argued for more investment in the railways.
Second, sentence adverbs that show the speaker’s attitude to what’s being said:
Understandably, the miners demanded better pay and conditions.
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To read the article in its entirety, click here.  This is just one section that caught my attention:

“But VBAC remains a safe alternative for the right candidates, and when those women try labor, between 60 percent and 80 percent of the time they do give birth vaginally, the NIH panel concluded. It urged that doctors offer mothers-to-be an unbiased look at the pros and cons, so they can decide for themselves.”

Although some mothers prefer the convenience of just scheduling another Cesarean, it is great to know that physicians may (should) start providing more options for mothers of previous Cesareans.  And, having a Doula by your side for support may even help raise the chances of a vaginal birth after Cesarean.

Why exactly did I come to the supermarket anyway? It is called forgetfulness and It has happened to many of us (yes it has even happened to me) whether we want to admit it or not and hopefully when it does, nobody will be close enough to realize otherwise we should expect to be on the receiving end of a brunt of jokes , though intended as fun, can be hurtful if we are conscious of or age.

The concerns about forgetfulness is the possibility of the early stages of Alzheimer’s and therefore while we would prefer to avoid such a diagnosis, we should be aware of the warning signs whether just for ourselves or our loved ones. Because memory loss is considered as the early signs of Alzheimer’s this should be taken note of especially if we find ourselves repeatedly asking the some question of someone.

Difficulty concentrating or following through on a plan, problem solving and or committing repeated errors while balancing your checkbook. Needing assistance from friends or other family members using electronics such as a video to record your favorite television shows.

Some other signs to look for are Confusion (what day of the week is it), Vision (changes that may be cataract related), Speech (searching for the right words while communicating), Misplacing items used regularly (such as eye glasses or remote control), Judgment ( making bad decisions), Withdrawals (no desire to be at work or with family) or mood swings (irritability when things do not go our way). Many of these symptoms are related to old age, however, when observed all together may be signs of early Alzheimer’s disease, therefore, know your symptoms.