Paediatr Child Health. 2011 Jun;16(6):336.
Tipping the scales: A lawyer joins the health care team.
Source
Department of Paediatrics, University of Toronto;
CONCLUSION
Utilization data from the 12-month pilot program suggest that a significant population of low-income families seek legal counsel regarding issues directly or indirectly affecting their child’s health, and that the majority of issues can be addressed through an onsite legal specialist. A hospital-based partnership with a qualified triage lawyer and access to specialized volunteer lawyers – at no cost to the family – can assist families with complex social issues. Although additional work is required to evaluate patient outcomes resulting from PBLO at SickKids, the program has been recognized as a valuable service at The Hospital for Sick Children.
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