Supreme Court awards $275,000 for assault during vaginal exam in labor

The Supreme Court of Victoria awarded Larissa Gawthrop $275,000 for assault after she was coerced into a vaginal examination during labor in 2020. Consent advocates emphasize that this landmark ruling will improve maternity care and highlight women's rights to informed consent. The case is seen as a significant precedent for others facing similar experiences in the healthcare system.

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