Bronx Lack of Informed Consent Lawyers
Undergoing surgery of any kind is always a serious matter, and patients must carefully weigh the benefits and risks before agreeing to the procedure. As part of this process, the doctor or healthcare professional who will perform the procedure must get informed consent from the patient. Failure to gain this consent can have serious legal consequences.
Doctors must make every effort to gain informed consent, though there may be exceptions in certain cases. Regardless, if you or someone you love suffered an injury after a healthcare provider performed a procedure without informed consent, contact the Bronx lack of informed consent lawyers of Parker Waichman Alonso, LLP at 1-888-244-2273 for a free initial consultation.
What is Informed Consent?
Gaining informed consent is a two-part process. First, the medical professional who will perform the surgery must inform the patient of the procedure. This includes going over the specific processes involved, as well as the potential risks associated with the procedure.
Additionally, the patient is free to ask questions until he or she fully understands the procedure to be performed. Finally, the doctor must ask permission to perform the procedure. In many cases, the patient may have to sign a consent form.
In some cases, when a patient cannot legally consent, the doctor must make every effort to find a next-of-kin or legal guardian to give permission. In the event of a life or death situation, the doctor is usually allowed to perform only the treatments needed to save the individual’s life.
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The Bronx lack of informed consent attorneys of Parker Waichman Alonso, LLP will fight for you if you were injured after a medical provider failed to gain your informed consent. Contact us today at 1-888-244-2273 for more information.
