Selecting an attorney is a very personal decision. Different attorneys have unique specialties and often when a person needs a specialist he may...

The Licensing Board is applying the Code of Ethics to your complaint whereas a Civil Court is applying the standard of care of the professional you...

Your boyfriend, his legal representative or therapist can obtain a copy of his record as long as they have his consent. If he is not being...

The basic rule in psychiatry is that all conversations with the therapist are confidential. In order for the therapist to release any information...

I've had a horrible L5/S1 injury for 10 yrs. I've seen a Psychologist, 4 yrs. & an APNP, 2 yrs. as a part of a total care team.

The circumstances you are describing violate the code of ethics for almost all mental health providers. This conduct should be brought to the...

Can i sue my mft tharapist for having a relationship with me including sex. Then ripped my heart to shreds?

A therapist, whether a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, marriage counselor, pastoral counselors and many other health care providers are...

I was wrongfully detained and labeled suicidal on a cruise ship this week by a Doctor, do I have a case?

The real issue for you to determine is whether the medical staff that diagnosed you were licensed and competent to make such a diagnosis. You need...

The short answer is yes you can. However, the situation is far more complicated due to the marriage issues you were experiencing prior to starting...

My firm specializes in cases regarding professional exploitation which includes the psychiatric field. Upon review of the facts, a lawyer can...

Does a psychiatrist have to give a copy of their patient's records to them if they request them?

As a general rule a patient is entitled to a copy of their complete record. However, the therapist may withhold those records from patients if in...