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Everyday Law · Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York

Sep 30, 2026 · 2024-04253 · Appeal

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Hospital fights to keep patient records from state investigators

A state agency wants to see patient records for an investigation.

TL;DR

  1. 1State investigators want records about toxicology tests on pregnant women and newborns.
  2. 2The hospital argues this violates patient and wants to block the request.
  3. 3The court must decide if the records can be handed over for the investigation.

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