Frequently Asked Questions

• What happens if a complaint is filed against me with the Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine?
  Once the Board receives a complaint it forwards the complaint the doctor (or other medical professional under its jurisdiction) who has thirty days to respond to the … more
• What is the potential liability in a medical malpractice case in Maine?
  Juries in Maine are specifically instructed to consider the comparative negligence of the plaintiff when deciding medical malpractice awards. They are also instructed to specify the exact … more
• When would a jury find a doctor guilty of medical malpractice?
  A jury may find a doctor guilty of medical malpractice if the plaintiff proves that the doctor was negligent under the law. Some common scenarios that result in findings of medical malpractice … more

Legal Articles

• Medical Care for a Child
  Most commonly, it is a parent or legal guardian who seeks medical treatment for a minor child, or a child under the age of eighteen. A parent or legal guardian also has the right to refuse medical treatment for a child if the treatment is neither urgent nor routine. However, in emergency circumstances, or where a parent or legal guardian is unavailable, other people may be authorized … more
• What is the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
  Essentially, the Privacy Rule under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) sets forth your privacy rights to your medical and health information. The Privacy Rule defines who may have access to your medical information, and under what circumstances another person or organization can have access to that information.   The Privacy Rule applies … more

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