The healthcare journey in Georgia is protected by a robust legal framework designed to safeguard the rights and dignity of every patient. Grounded in the Law of Georgia on Patient Rights and the Law on Health Care, these regulations establish a clear set of entitlements that form the basis of the patient-provider relationship. Our firm champions these rights, offering dedicated legal services to patients who have experienced substandard care or rights violations, while also providing proactive compliance consulting to healthcare institutions committed to upholding the highest ethical and legal standards.
A fundamental right enshrined in Georgian law is that of informed consent. This principle mandates that healthcare providers must furnish patients with clear, comprehensive information regarding their diagnosis, the nature and purpose of proposed treatments, associated risks and benefits, and any viable alternatives. Only then can a patient provide legally valid consent. We represent patients when this critical dialogue has failed, and we work with clinics and hospitals to develop and implement legally sound consent processes and documentation that ensure patient autonomy is fully respected.
Medical confidentiality is another sacrosanct patient right, rigorously protected by law. All information pertaining to a patient's health, diagnosis, and treatment is classified as sensitive data and cannot be disclosed without explicit permission. A breach of this confidentiality is a serious legal violation. Our firm advocates for patients whose privacy has been compromised and assists healthcare organizations in creating comprehensive data protection frameworks, ensuring full compliance with both health-specific privacy laws and the broader Law on Personal Data Protection.
Every patient in Georgia is entitled to receive quality medical care free from discrimination, delivered with respect for their personal values and dignity. This includes the right to access their complete medical records, the freedom to choose or change their physician, and the right to seek a second opinion. When these rights are ignored, it can lead to significant patient harm and legal disputes. We provide assertive representation to enforce these rights and help providers implement patient-centered policies that institutionalize respect and quality.
When a patient's rights have been violated, Georgian law provides several pathways for seeking justice and accountability. These range from filing complaints with regulatory bodies like the State Regulation Agency for Medical and Pharmaceutical Activities to pursuing civil litigation for damages. Our legal team is adept at navigating all of these channels. We conduct thorough investigations into claims of negligence or rights violations, skillfully negotiate settlements, and provide formidable representation in court to ensure our clients achieve a just and fair resolution.
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