Legal Question in Family Law in California

In california I've heard that a court appointed psych is protected "immunity" from being sued in family court during or as a result of a custody situation. My question is if a private "Therapist" is requested to continue as a therapist for a child during a custody proceeding, not as an evaluator but as a private therapist, is this "therapist" protected "immunity" as well or not.


Asked on 7/20/11, 6:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
George Shers Law Offices of Georges H. Shers

People are protected from being sued for what they say in court. If they are treating someone and act in a negligent fashion, they can be sued for malpractice, as treatment is entirely separate from their role as a witness.

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Answered on 7/20/11, 9:21 pm


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