Medical Decision-Making
The attorneys of Vella, Carbone & Vinson, LLP, assist individuals, hospitals, and mental health facilities with aspects of patient care pertaining to treatment over objection and end-of-life decision-making.
Guidance for Patients, Families & Health Care Organizations
We are well-versed in the ethical and legal considerations associated with advanced directives such as health care proxies, powers of attorney, and Medical Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (MOLST) and the mental hygiene and public health laws and regulations. We have provided guidance and legal counsel to individuals and facilities when the need for Court intervention in medical care arises.
Advocating for Families Under the New York State Family Health Care Decisions Act
We are knowledgeable of patients’ rights under the New York State Family Health Care Decisions Act, which allows family members or close friends to make health care decisions on behalf of a patient who lacks capacity and has no health care agent. We have advocated in Court for family members seeking to assist their vulnerable loved ones through the difficult process of medical care and end-of-life decision-making. Our attorneys combine compassion with advocacy to represent clients through such delicate matters.
Involuntary Admission & Treatment Over Objection
Additionally, we have advised individuals and health care organizations and litigated matters involving involuntary admission, retention, and treatment over objection related to hospitalization of persons with a mental illness.
How We Can Help
Whether you are an individual navigating a difficult personal or family situation, or a health care organization seeking legal guidance, our attorneys are here to help. Our representation includes:
- Advising on advanced directives, including health care proxies, powers of attorney, and MOLST
- Guiding individuals and facilities through Court intervention in medical care
- Representing family members under the New York State Family Health Care Decisions Act
- Counseling and litigating matters involving involuntary admission, retention, and treatment over objection
Give yourself the gift of peace of mind by starting today. Call 518-257-7304 or reach out online to speak with a member of our legal team.