Court Restrictions On Records

Summary

In Georgia, parents facing restrictions on accessing their childs medical records should contact the court clerk, consult a family law attorney, and consider filing a motion to clarify any court orders. If the Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) is involved, you can request discovery on their communications, but be aware of confidentiality protections. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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My child's hospital claims that the Court placed restrictions on parents accessing medical records on the patient portal. However, the Court claims they are unaware of any restrictions being placed by the Court. The hospital claims it did not place the restrictions against parental access absent communications by the Court to do so. How can I find out If the court is withholding that information and is on fact responsible for placing said restrictions?
Hello Johnson, could you please tell me your location? The regulations about accessing medical records could vary based on the jurisdiction.
Ga
Hello Johnson, in Georgia, you can:
- Contact the court clerk to inquire about any court orders.
- Consult with a family law attorney.
- Consider filing a motion to clarify if there's a court order against accessing your child's medical records.
Remember, this is general advice and you should consult with a local attorney.
What if the GAL in the case is responsible but doesnt want that information exposed to the new Judge (prior judge disqualified). Can I ask for discovery on the GAL communications with the hospital?
Hello Johnson, in Georgia:
- You can request discovery on the Guardian Ad Litem's (GAL) communications subject to rules of the court.
- But remember, GALs often have confidentiality protections.
- Consult a local attorney for specific advice on how to proceed.
Thanks
You're welcome, Johnson! If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Take care and best of luck with your situation.