Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
Disclosure of Medical Information
I am being sued in small claims court by a physician for a past due bill. In section one of the small claims filing, the physicians office listed my diagnosis and treatment. Pursuant to sec 56.35 of the Calif civil codes, isn't this illegal? I am very upset that my personal information was released wihout my permission and available for review by anyone. Can I sue for damages?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Disclosure of Medical Information
I think you have a god case for damages against
the doctor, however I think you should sue him
in Superior Court so that your damages are not
limited to $5,000.00. A patient doctor privilege
is a very important one and when a doctor violates
that privilege it is a very serious matter. I would
be happy to give you a free consultation and discuss
various courses of action against the doctor as well
as what kind of damages I think we could get in court.
I could probably represent you on a hybrid of part hourly
and part contingency fee. Why don't you give me a call
at 805-546-9909 or email me at [email protected] with
your information and I would be happy to give you
a call at your convenience. I am located in San Luis Obispo
which is on the central coast but I practice throughout
the state of California. I look forward to discussing
this case with you.
John Hayes,Esq.
John Hayes
The John Hayes Law Offices
P.O. Box 3003
Re: Disclosure of Medical Information
Why dont you file a countersuit in the small claims case.
Ken Koury
Kenneth P. Koury, Esq.
5807 Topanga Cyn Blvd., Suite G-201
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