MedLaw Cancer Partnership of Western New York
FAQs
Legal issues involving housing, health insurance, employment rights, access to benefits, estate planning, immigration, and consumer debt, among others, become sources of stress for breast cancer patients and can even be a barrier to receiving medical treatment. MedLaw seeks to enhance the lives of breast cancer patients and survivors by addressing these needs within the walls of the hospital. Our services include full representation, brief advice and counsel, and community education.
I am receiving treatment for cancer and I need to take time off from work. Can you help me work with my employer to protect my job?
Yes, MedLaw can advise you of your workplace rights and work with you and your employer in the hopes of reaching an accommodation that will allow you to keep your job while you obtain the health treatments you need.
Due to my hospitalizations and treatment, I have fallen behind in paying my bills and rent. Can you help me with these problems?
Yes, MedLaw can help you determine if you qualify for any benefits, such as food stamps or short-term disability. Obtaining these benefits may help you afford life essentials, such as food and housing. Additionally, MedLaw can help you with consumer debt problems by speaking and negotiating with your creditors.
Do you provide representation in a medical malpractice lawsuit?
No, MedLaw does not provide representation in malpractice lawsuits.