RALEIGH, N.C. The North Carolina Supreme Court has sided with a mother and her son, allowing them to sue over a COVID-19 vaccine administered to the boy without his mother's consent. The ruling overturns a previous decision that had dismissed the family's case.
The lawsuit alleges that the boy was given the COVID-19 vaccine at a medical facility without the mother's knowledge or permission. The family claims this violated their rights to informed consent and parental control over their child's medical care.
The state Supreme Court's decision means the case can now move forward in the lower courts. Legal experts say the outcome could have implications for future cases involving medical consent and parental rights, particularly concerning vaccinations. The case highlights the ongoing debate surrounding vaccine mandates and the importance of clear communication between healthcare providers and patients or their guardians. The family is seeking damages for emotional distress and alleged violations of their legal rights.
NC Family Can Sue Over COVID-19 Vaccine Given Without Consent
The North Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that a mother and her son can proceed with a lawsuit after the boy received a COVID-19 vaccine without parental consent. The court's decision reverses a lower court ruling. This case raises important questions about parental rights and informed consent in medical treatments. The family alleges they were not properly informed or given the opportunity to decline the vaccination.