1st Edition

Legal Liabilities in Emergency Medical Services

By Thomas D. Schneid Copyright 2001
    326 Pages 3 Color Illustrations
    by Taylor & Francis

    by Routledge

    256 Pages 3 Color Illustrations
    by Taylor & Francis

    This text is the first of its kind to address the various legal issues facing the emergency medical service. Readers will find a myriad of legal issues ranging from bloodborne pathogens to wage issues. Schneid offers not only insight into the applicable laws but also proactive approaches to avoid or minimize the risks of litigation. A must for every manager and administrator with emergency medical responsibilities.

    Preface, Foreword, Acknowledgments, Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW, Chapter 2: PERSONNEL ISSUES IN EMERGENCY SERVICES, Chapter 3: DISABLED EMPLOYEES AND THE ADA, Chapter 4: FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT AND EMS, Chapter 5: WAGE AND HOUR ISSUES, Chapter 6: NEGLIGENCE ISSUES, Chapter 7: WORKERS’ COMPENSATION, Chapter 8: EMPLOYMENT TORTS, Chapter 9: EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION, Chapter 10: GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY COMPLIANCE, Chapter 11: WORKPLACE SAFETY AND HEALTH, Chapter 12: WORKPLACE VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND LIABILITY, ENDNOTES, INDEX

    Biography

    Schneid, Thomas D.