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What are Tutorship and Curatorship in Canada

Tutorship and curatorship are similar protection mandates. However, a tutorship doesn’t completely remove the individual’s autonomy. Additionally, a tutorship … See more

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What to know about the Code of Ethics of Physicians

WEBDoctors practising in Quebec must follow the Code of Ethics of Physicians, which sets out the obligations they have towards their patients. The obligations set out in …

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How Family Medicine Groups Work in Quebec ǀ MedLégal

WEBSince their emergence in the early 2000s following accreditation by the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux, Family Medicine Groups (FMG s) have …

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Accessing a Deceased Patient’s Medical Records MedLégal

WEBThe deceased patient’s heirs and family members may be entitled to access the records under certain conditions. It is always advisable to enlist a law firm that …

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MedLégal Health Lawyers & Medical Law Firm in Montreal

WEBMedLégal is a medical law firm specialized in the fields of health law in Montreal. Our dynamic team of health lawyers combines experience, passion and thoroughness to …

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Victim of Medical Malpractice

WEBA physician or staff member of a health or social services institution may commit medical malpractice that causes harm to a health care patient.

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Who Has Access to Your Medical Records in Canada

WEBPatients under 14 years of age. Children under 14 years of age cannot consult their own medical records. Their parents or legal guardians are the ones who …

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What to Do if You are Refused Access to Your Medical Records

WEBRecourse before the Commission d’accès à l’information. A patient who is denied access to their medical records may first appeal to the Commission d’accès à …

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Futile Care in Medicine: Definition and Legal …

WEBIn short, futile care refers to continuing treatment for the sole purpose of prolonging a terminal patient’s life against their best interests. It goes against the Code …

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The Current State of Abortion Rights in Canada

WEBPosted on 1 March 2022. Abortion is a fundamental right that has been legal in Canada and Quebec since 1988. Also called voluntary termination of pregnancy (VTP), abortion has …

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What to Do About Medical Misdiagnosis MedLégal

WEBPossible compensation for misdiagnosis. Civil lawsuits for misdiagnosis allow victims to claim direct personal damages. This can include lost wages, medical …

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Protection Mandate: Definition, Benefits and Purpose Medlégal

WEBDrawing up a mandate of protection is a way to reassure yourself in advance of any incapacity resulting from illness, accident or mental disorder. Indeed, none of us …

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Can a Patient Refuse Medical Treatment

WEBA patient can refuse healthcare or social services. Healthcare professionals must obtain the patient’s free and informed consent, or the consent of their legal …

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Homologation of a Protection Mandate in Case of Incapacity

WEBSubmitting a request to have the mandate homologated. The mandatary must then submit a homologation request to a notary or to the Superior Court of the judicial …

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Health Law Consultation Healthcare Lawyers in Quebec

WEBAt MedLegal, our team of healthcare lawyers offers health law consultation services to inform and aid users in claiming their rights. At MedLegal, we offer comprehensive legal …

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Medical Malpractice: Statute of Limitations in Quebec

WEBDo you have questions about the statute of limitations for medical malpractice? Learn more about limitation periods and how to make a claim with MedLégal.

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Medical Assistance in Dying in Quebec: Process & Requirements

WEBTo request medical assistance in dying, an individual has to: Make a formal verbal request to a health and social services professional. Submit a written request …

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Medical Liability & Negligence Lawyers in Quebec MedLégal

WEBFind out how the medical liability lawyers at MedLégal can use their cutting-edge expertise in various areas to help you. Our experts specialize in health law, mental health law, , …

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