Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in Illinois

Did not sign consent

When my son was born,he was given a shot in the hospital that i did not agree to,in fact i specifically declined it on the consent form.Is there anything i can do? The hospital had an ''oh well'' attitude which is what made me angry.They tried to say he was not given the the shot until i told them it was on my bill.How can they get away with that?


Asked on 12/31/02, 11:03 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Nima Taradji Taradji Law Offices

Re: Did not sign consent

They can get away with it because it would be too costly to fight this issue in Court. You can file a battery charge against the Hospital. Beware, they may decide it is worth the fight in which case you may need the help of an attorney and may have to pay a retainer.

Meanwhile, I would suggest you not pay for the procedure you have been billed and have specifically declined.

I hope this helps!

Nima Taradji

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Answered on 12/31/02, 3:53 pm


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