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The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is expanding its What’s in a Name? campaign. With increased public awareness of the OCSWSSW’s role, social workers and social service workers are more likely to face regulatory scrutiny.

Happy holidays from Rosen Sunshine! This year, we’d like to pitch in with a little guidance on how to make this most unprecedented (sorry, we couldn’t resist) of holiday seasons feel special, with our Fun Guide to Entertaining this Holiday.

Carefully evaluate any business or personal relationship that intersects with patient care for potential conflict of interest concerns. And if you're not sure, we can help. #RSHealthLawRx

We know these are difficult times and that’s why it’s even more important for us not to forget our favourite charities who still need our support. Happy December 1 and have a meaningful #GivingTuesday

Rosen Sunshine's November 2020 newsletter is now out:

The CPSO is currently asking for feedback on four policies and accompanying advice documents. #4 of 4 Telemedicine

A recent decision by the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal overturned a finding that a nurse was guilty of professional misconduct for posting comments on her personal Facebook page about the care her grandfather received, finding that her right to freedom of expression was infringed.

Make sure that you understand what is within your scope of practice, and stay within those lines #RSHealthLawRx

The CPSO is currently asking for feedback on four policies and accompanying advice documents. #3 of 4 Third Party Medical Reports

The CPSO's Medical Records Management Policy was recently expanded, partly in response to confusion and complaints related to record ownership. In this blog post we outline these new requirements.

The CPSO is currently asking for feedback on four policies and accompanying advice documents. #2 of 4 Professional Responsibilities in Medical Education

The CPSO is currently asking for feedback on four policies and accompanying advice documents. #1 of 4 Delegation of Controlled Acts:

Rosen Sunshine's October Health Law Bulletin is now out:

Non-verbal cues such as facial expressions are a part of good communication with patients and colleagues. Good communication is crucial for providing care to your patients and avoiding complaints. A few extra words can help communicate empathy, compassion or reassurance to patients #RSHealthLawRx

A recent decision by the Ontario Divisional Court offers important lessons regarding the rights of children and youth to independent legal advice.

In this 7th part of our ongoing blog series exploring how health care providers can avoid missteps and professional consequences during COVID-19, we discuss communication with patients during a public health emergency.

Make sure you understand the rules for determining who can act as the substitute decision-maker. If you are unsure, consult with counsel #RSHealthLawRx

Make sure that you always discuss costs of treatment with the patient, and where the cost is substantial, consider providing a cost estimate in writing #RSHealthLawRx

Not only is it professional misconduct - it’s insurance fraud! Ensure that co-payments are paid and well-documented #RSHealthLawRx

For the second consecutive year, Lonny will join Kelley Bryan of PBP Lawyers in teaching an upper-year seminar course at Osgoode Hall Law School. With the aid of guest lectures by leading practitioners, the course will cover a wide variety of health law topics. This year, the course will be entirely virtual.

Rosen Sunshine's September 2020 Health Law Bulletin is now out: