Clifford v. Universal Health Servs., Inc.

After the death of her premature twins, nineteen year old Erin Clifford4 was admitted to Arbour Hospital, on a conditional voluntary status, G. L. c. 123, §§ 10 and 11, in order to receive mental health treatment. On July 3, 2012, Erin asked to be discharged, and signed a so-called "3-day notice." See G. L. c. 123, § 11. On July 6, 2012, Dr. Diego Martinucci evaluated Erin, provided her with an after-care treatment plan, and discharged her. The following day, Erin died in a homeless shelter as the result of "acute mixed drug intoxication."

The plaintiff, Denise M. Clifford, Erin's aunt and the…