Life support was withdrawn on May 3, 1990. The senior partner, Attorney Hassan has asked you to research the law as to the rights of the Duarte family against Drs. Heros, Paris and Ripp and as to the care rendered at Medfield State. He also hands you the medical record from Dec Community Hospital as well as Medfield State Hospital. Long discussion with family and terminal nature of patient.
Family agrees if no progress in next month, to withdraw life support.
Again a discussion regarding D.N.R. family coming to grips will follow instructions. Family agrees to D.N.R. order and withdrawal of support. All questions answered. D.N.R., withdraw life support. A. Please address the legal issues as to the claims of the Duarte's against the doctors as well as the doctors defenses, if any to these claims.