I believe my father was murdered,my step mother would not allow an aptopsy,as his daughter what can I do
2007-09-20 14:41:39 · 6 answers · asked by chirpy45 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Unfortunately, without the law stepping in, there's not much you can do. I have worked in medical records for 5+ yrs as far as DPA (Durable Power of Attorney) reads, the hierarchy as to which family members are where in a chain of command for decisions relating to patient care are as follows:
1. Spouse
2. Parent
3. Adult Sibling (brother or sister)
4. Adult Child
However, I would advise you to speak to the police and see where they direct you. You do have rights as next of kin, most people would just rather not let you know that.
2007-09-20 14:59:43 · answer #1 · answered by Todd K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm Not a lawyer but this is what I would think,
As you are a minor, I believe you would be able to do nothing but if you are not a minor you could put in an appeal into the friend of the court.
2007-09-20 14:48:20 · answer #2 · answered by leopurrfect 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to the county coroner. It's his call. In most juridsdictions, this is different from the medical examiner.
2007-09-20 15:07:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
contact a lawyer and get them to petition the courts for an order requiring one
2007-09-20 14:49:39 · answer #4 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have any evidence, not just a gut feeling, you should contact the local medical examiner and tell him or her.
2007-09-20 14:49:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest you talk to your dad's doctor
2007-09-20 14:50:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋