Legal Question in Health Care Law in California
HIPAA Compliance/Violation
An employee of a large medical facility was convicted of identity theft. Records were stolen from the medical facility. can the medical facility be held libel for neglect, punitive damages, or any damages? If so, what type of attorney should we use?
Asked on 9/11/07, 2:32 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Stone
Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE
Re: HIPAA Compliance/Violation
Your post suggests you are a person whose identity was stolen. You could very possibily sue the medical provider for negligence/HIPAA violation. But I would need to know more. Please contact me directly for a free consultation.
Answered on 9/11/07, 10:20 pm