ABSTRACT
Various immunities protect forensic work, and as a result forensic psychiatrists are less likely to be sued than are treating psychiatrists. Despite the rarity of lawsuits against forensic psychiatrists, they face multiple areas of exposure not normally faced by treating psychiatrists. This chapter discusses the areas of potential liability in forensic work, and identifies methods to respond to those risks. However, the differing state and federal laws relevant to these issues mean that the information in this chapter is illustrative only and is not a substitute for obtaining legal advice from a qualified attorney.
