Hernandez v. Suburban Hospital Ass'n

MURPHY, Chief Judge.

This case involves an “Authorization and Assignment” executed by a patient and her attorney for the benefit of a hospital and whether, in the circumstances, the assignment may be enforced against the patient’s attorney.

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On September 7, 1985, Giovanna Garcia was involved in an automobile accident and sustained personal injuries. She was treated for those injuries at the Suburban Hospital from September 7 through October 9, 1985, and from May 27-30, 1986. The hospital’s charge for services amounted to $18,499. Arturo Hernandez was retained by Garcia as her attorney to pursue…