Randolph v. City of New York
Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York
1Opinion of the Court
OPINION OF THE COURT
Ross, J.
In this appeal, the court is faced with the unfortunate dilemma that occurs when there is a direct conflict between a party’s religious beliefs, and the medical technique required to save that party’s life.
The issue presented is whether, in this wrongful death action, there is sufficient evidence of the negligence of the defendants, the City of New York (City), the New York Health and Hospitals Corporation (Health and Hospitals), and Dr. Elmer S. Foster (Dr. Foster), to support the jury verdict in favor of the plaintiff and against these defendants.
Plaintiff Howard…
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