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physician-patient privilege in Alaska

11 Alaska opinions name it 2 courts 1968–2013 0 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Alaska courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (18)

CaseFollowedCited
Mathis v. Hilderbrandgreen
alaska · 1966 · cited in 5 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1968–2013
2 sentences

2013See Mathis v. Hilderbrand, 416 P.2d 8, 8-10 (Alaska 1966) (reviewing de novo whether plaintiff waived the physician-patient privilege by filing suit for personal injury). 3 .

1987Said waiver may specifically note that physicians are free to confer with defense counsel but are not compelled to do so.” We subsequently granted Lang-don’s petition for review of Judge Souter’s order. 2 II In Mathis v. Hilderbrand, 416 P.2d 8, 10 (Alaska 1966), we first recognized the rule that the commencement of an action for personal injuries constitutes a waiver by the plaintiff of the physician-patient privilege in that action.

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Trans-World Investments v. Drobnygreen
alaska · 1976 · cited in 5 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1977–2013
2 sentences

2013Cf. Trans-World Invs. v. Drobny, 554 P.2d 1148, 1151 (Alaska 1976) ("[Wle hold that the filing of a personal injury action waives the physician-patient privilege as to all information concerning the health and medical history relevant to the matters which the plaintiff has put in issue.") (citing 8 Jon H.

2002Langdon v. Champion, 745 P.2d 1371, 1373 (Alaska 1987); see also Trans-World Investments v. Drobny, 554 P.2d 1148, 1151 (Alaska 1976) (stating "we hold that the filing of a personal injury action waives the physician-patient privilege as to all information concerning the health and medical history relevant to the matters which the plaintiff has put in issue.").

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Langdon v. Championgreen
alaska · 1987 · cited in 2 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
2 sentences

2002See, e.g., Langdon v. Champion, 745 P.2d 1371, 1372-73 (Alaska 1987) (restating rule that commencement of action for personal injuries constitutes plaintiff's waiver of physician-patient privilege); Trans-World Investments v. Drobny, 554 P.2d 1148, 1151 (Alaska 1976) (holding “that the filing of a personal injury action waives the physician-patient privilege as to all information concerning the health and medical history relevant to the matters which the plaintiff has put in issue.”). 50 .DeNardo’s claims that the superior court erred in denying his discovery motions are moot: Because we affir

2002Langdon v. Champion, 745 P.2d 1371, 1373 (Alaska 1987); see also Trans-World Investments v. Drobny, 554 P.2d 1148, 1151 (Alaska 1976) (stating "we hold that the filing of a personal injury action waives the physician-patient privilege as to all information concerning the health and medical history relevant to the matters which the plaintiff has put in issue.").

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Brooks v. Brooksgreen
alaska · 1987 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
1 sentence

2013Cf. Langdon v. Champion, 752 P.2d 999, 1001 (Alaska 1988) (quoting Brooks v. Brooks, 733 P.2d 1044, 1055 (Alaska 1987)) (citing Walsh v. Emerick, 611 P.2d 28, 30 (Alaska 1980). 4 . 836 P.2d 896, 914 (Alaska 1991) (construing AS 22.10.020(i) to determine the remedies available for violations of AS 18.80). 5 .

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Johnson v. Alaska State Department of Fish & Gamegreen
alaska · 1991 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
1 sentence

2013Cf. Langdon v. Champion, 752 P.2d 999, 1001 (Alaska 1988) (quoting Brooks v. Brooks, 733 P.2d 1044, 1055 (Alaska 1987)) (citing Walsh v. Emerick, 611 P.2d 28, 30 (Alaska 1980). 4 . 836 P.2d 896, 914 (Alaska 1991) (construing AS 22.10.020(i) to determine the remedies available for violations of AS 18.80). 5 .

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Langdon v. Championgreen
alaska · 1988 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
1 sentence

2013Cf. Langdon v. Champion, 752 P.2d 999, 1001 (Alaska 1988) (quoting Brooks v. Brooks, 733 P.2d 1044, 1055 (Alaska 1987)) (citing Walsh v. Emerick, 611 P.2d 28, 30 (Alaska 1980). 4 . 836 P.2d 896, 914 (Alaska 1991) (construing AS 22.10.020(i) to determine the remedies available for violations of AS 18.80). 5 .

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Walsh v. Emerickgreen
alaska · 1980 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
1 sentence

2013Cf. Langdon v. Champion, 752 P.2d 999, 1001 (Alaska 1988) (quoting Brooks v. Brooks, 733 P.2d 1044, 1055 (Alaska 1987)) (citing Walsh v. Emerick, 611 P.2d 28, 30 (Alaska 1980). 4 . 836 P.2d 896, 914 (Alaska 1991) (construing AS 22.10.020(i) to determine the remedies available for violations of AS 18.80). 5 .

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Falco v. Institute of Livinggreen
conn · 2000 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
2 sentences

2012See, e.g., Falco v. Institute of Living, 254 Conn. 321 , 757 A.2d 571, 576 (2000) (holding that the identity of the patient attacking the plaintiff was privileged under the psychiatrist-patient privilege statute); Dorris v. Detroit Osteopathic Hospital Corp., 460 Mich. 26 , 594 N.W.2d 455, 460 (1999) (holding that the identity of the patient was protected by the physician-patient privilege statute). .

2012See, e.g., Falco v. Institute of Living, 254 Conn. 321 , 757 A.2d 571, 576 (2000) (holding that the identity of the patient attacking the plaintiff was privileged under the psychiatrist-patient privilege statute); Dorris v. Detroit Osteopathic Hospital Corp., 460 Mich. 26 , 594 N.W.2d 455, 460 (1999) (holding that the identity of the patient was protected by the physician-patient privilege statute). .

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Dorris v. Detroit Osteopathic Hospital Corp.green
mich · 1999 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
2 sentences

2012See, e.g., Falco v. Institute of Living, 254 Conn. 321 , 757 A.2d 571, 576 (2000) (holding that the identity of the patient attacking the plaintiff was privileged under the psychiatrist-patient privilege statute); Dorris v. Detroit Osteopathic Hospital Corp., 460 Mich. 26 , 594 N.W.2d 455, 460 (1999) (holding that the identity of the patient was protected by the physician-patient privilege statute). .

2012See, e.g., Falco v. Institute of Living, 254 Conn. 321 , 757 A.2d 571, 576 (2000) (holding that the identity of the patient attacking the plaintiff was privileged under the psychiatrist-patient privilege statute); Dorris v. Detroit Osteopathic Hospital Corp., 460 Mich. 26 , 594 N.W.2d 455, 460 (1999) (holding that the identity of the patient was protected by the physician-patient privilege statute). .

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Moudy v. Superior Courtgreen
alaskactapp · 1998 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
1 sentence

2012In Moudy v. Superior Court, 964 P.2d 469, 471 (Alaska App.1998), this Court held that the attorney-client privilege does not normally protect the fact that a person has consulted an attorney-as distinct from the confidential communications between attorney and client concerning the client's need for legal services, and the attorney's ensuing advice to the client. 1 As explained in McCormick on Evidence, § 100, many jurisdictions follow this same rule with regard to the physician-patient privilege and the psychotherapist-patient privilege-although there is some contrary authority. 2 And, as exp

11
Nickels v. Napolilligreen
alaska · 2001 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
1 sentence

2002"A claim is moot 'if the party bringing the action would not be entitled to any relief even if they prevail[ed].' " Nickels v. Napolilli, 29 P.3d 242, 254, n. 60 (Alaska 2001) (alterations in original) (quoting Maynard v. State Farm Mut.

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Continental Insurance Companies v. Bayless & Roberts, Inc.green
alaska · 1976 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1976–1976
1 sentence

1976Binding further as part of our definition of relevancy, within the context of discovery, is Civil Rule 26(b) (1), which provides in part: It is not ground for objection that the information sought will be inadmissible at trial if the information sought appears reasonably calculated to lead to the discovery of admissible evidence. [13] We feel this method is preferable to the more formal method utilized in Garner v. Ford Motor Co., 61 F.R.D. 22 (D.C.Alaska 1973). [14] Continental Insurance Companies v. Bayless and Roberts, Inc., 548 P.2d 398, 411 (Alaska 1975). [15] We note that in each of thes

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McCarthy v. Palmergreen
nyed · 1939 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1968–1968
1 sentence

1968Compare our disposition of the physician-patient privilege claim in Mathis v. Hilderbrand, 416 P.2d 8 (Alaska 1966). 25 . 29 F.Supp. 585, 586 (E.D.N.Y.1939), aff’d. 113 F.2d 721 (2d Cir.), cert. denied, 311 U.S. 680 , 61 S.Ct. 50 , 85 L.Ed. 438 (1940). 26 . 32 F.Supp. 21, 23 (W.D.Pa.1940). 27 .

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McCarthy v. Palmergreen
ca2 · 1940 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1968–1968
1 sentence

1968Compare our disposition of the physician-patient privilege claim in Mathis v. Hilderbrand, 416 P.2d 8 (Alaska 1966). 25 . 29 F.Supp. 585, 586 (E.D.N.Y.1939), aff’d. 113 F.2d 721 (2d Cir.), cert. denied, 311 U.S. 680 , 61 S.Ct. 50 , 85 L.Ed. 438 (1940). 26 . 32 F.Supp. 21, 23 (W.D.Pa.1940). 27 .

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Lewis v. United Air Lines Transport Corporationgreen
pawd · 1940 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1968–1968
1 sentence

1968Compare our disposition of the physician-patient privilege claim in Mathis v. Hilderbrand, 416 P.2d 8 (Alaska 1966). 25 . 29 F.Supp. 585, 586 (E.D.N.Y.1939), aff’d. 113 F.2d 721 (2d Cir.), cert. denied, 311 U.S. 680 , 61 S.Ct. 50 , 85 L.Ed. 438 (1940). 26 . 32 F.Supp. 21, 23 (W.D.Pa.1940). 27 .

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Walsh v. Reynolds Metals Co.green
njd · 1954 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1968–1968
1 sentence

1968See also Walsh v. Reynolds Metals Co., 15 F.R.D. 376 (D.N.J.1954); United States v. Certain Parcels of Land, 15 F.R.D. 224 (S.D.Cal.1953); cf., 4 J.

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Estate of Keller v. Commissionergreen
scotus · 1940 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1968–1968
1 sentence

1968Compare our disposition of the physician-patient privilege claim in Mathis v. Hilderbrand, 416 P.2d 8 (Alaska 1966). 25 . 29 F.Supp. 585, 586 (E.D.N.Y.1939), aff’d. 113 F.2d 721 (2d Cir.), cert. denied, 311 U.S. 680 , 61 S.Ct. 50 , 85 L.Ed. 438 (1940). 26 . 32 F.Supp. 21, 23 (W.D.Pa.1940). 27 .

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Porter-Wadley Lumber Co. v. Baileygreen
scotus · 1940 · cited in 1 Alaska opinions naming this issue, 1968–1968
1 sentence

1968Compare our disposition of the physician-patient privilege claim in Mathis v. Hilderbrand, 416 P.2d 8 (Alaska 1966). 25 . 29 F.Supp. 585, 586 (E.D.N.Y.1939), aff’d. 113 F.2d 721 (2d Cir.), cert. denied, 311 U.S. 680 , 61 S.Ct. 50 , 85 L.Ed. 438 (1940). 26 . 32 F.Supp. 21, 23 (W.D.Pa.1940). 27 .

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (10)

CaseCitedYears
Collins v. Bair green
ind · 1969
2 sentences

2013Wicmors Evipence § 2389 (McNaughton rev.1961); Collins v. Bair, 256 Ind. 230 , 268 N.E.2d 95 (1971)). 12 .

2013Wicmors Evipence § 2389 (McNaughton rev.1961); Collins v. Bair, 256 Ind. 230 , 268 N.E.2d 95 (1971)). 12 .

12013–2013
Ex Parte Abell green
tex · 1981
1 sentence

2012Footnote 6 of McCormick lists the following decisions: Ex parte Abell, 613 S.W.2d 255 (Tex.1981) (holding that the privilege precluded the disclosure of the names of a psychiatrist's patients); Rudnick v. Superior Court of Kern County, 11 Cal.3d 924 , 114 Cal.Rptr. 603 , 523 P.2d 643 (1974) (holding that a patient's identity is privileged if the context of the disclosure will reveal the nature of the patient's illness); Hetter v. Eighth Judicial District Court, 110 Nev. 513 , 874 P.2d 762 (1994) (holding that the names of a surgeon's patients may be protected if nature of the medical problem o

12012–2012
Rudnick v. Superior Court green
cal · 1974
2 sentences

2012Footnote 6 of McCormick lists the following decisions: Ex parte Abell, 613 S.W.2d 255 (Tex.1981) (holding that the privilege precluded the disclosure of the names of a psychiatrist's patients); Rudnick v. Superior Court of Kern County, 11 Cal.3d 924 , 114 Cal.Rptr. 603 , 523 P.2d 643 (1974) (holding that a patient's identity is privileged if the context of the disclosure will reveal the nature of the patient's illness); Hetter v. Eighth Judicial District Court, 110 Nev. 513 , 874 P.2d 762 (1994) (holding that the names of a surgeon's patients may be protected if nature of the medical problem o

2012Footnote 6 of McCormick lists the following decisions: Ex parte Abell, 613 S.W.2d 255 (Tex.1981) (holding that the privilege precluded the disclosure of the names of a psychiatrist's patients); Rudnick v. Superior Court of Kern County, 11 Cal.3d 924 , 114 Cal.Rptr. 603 , 523 P.2d 643 (1974) (holding that a patient's identity is privileged if the context of the disclosure will reveal the nature of the patient's illness); Hetter v. Eighth Judicial District Court, 110 Nev. 513 , 874 P.2d 762 (1994) (holding that the names of a surgeon's patients may be protected if nature of the medical problem o

12012–2012
Falcon v. Alaska Public Offices Commission green
alaska · 1977
1 sentence

2012In Moudy v. Superior Court, 964 P.2d 469, 471 (Alaska App.1998), this Court held that the attorney-client privilege does not normally protect the fact that a person has consulted an attorney-as distinct from the confidential communications between attorney and client concerning the client's need for legal services, and the attorney's ensuing advice to the client. 1 As explained in McCormick on Evidence, § 100, many jurisdictions follow this same rule with regard to the physician-patient privilege and the psychotherapist-patient privilege-although there is some contrary authority. 2 And, as exp

12012–2012
Hetter v. Eighth Judicial District Court of the State of Nevada green
nev · 1994
2 sentences

2012Footnote 6 of McCormick lists the following decisions: Ex parte Abell, 613 S.W.2d 255 (Tex.1981) (holding that the privilege precluded the disclosure of the names of a psychiatrist's patients); Rudnick v. Superior Court of Kern County, 11 Cal.3d 924 , 114 Cal.Rptr. 603 , 523 P.2d 643 (1974) (holding that a patient's identity is privileged if the context of the disclosure will reveal the nature of the patient's illness); Hetter v. Eighth Judicial District Court, 110 Nev. 513 , 874 P.2d 762 (1994) (holding that the names of a surgeon's patients may be protected if nature of the medical problem o

2012Footnote 6 of McCormick lists the following decisions: Ex parte Abell, 613 S.W.2d 255 (Tex.1981) (holding that the privilege precluded the disclosure of the names of a psychiatrist's patients); Rudnick v. Superior Court of Kern County, 11 Cal.3d 924 , 114 Cal.Rptr. 603 , 523 P.2d 643 (1974) (holding that a patient's identity is privileged if the context of the disclosure will reveal the nature of the patient's illness); Hetter v. Eighth Judicial District Court, 110 Nev. 513 , 874 P.2d 762 (1994) (holding that the names of a surgeon's patients may be protected if nature of the medical problem o

12012–2012
Arctic Motor Freight, Inc. v. Stover green
alaska · 1977
2 sentences

1987Less than a year later we again took up the issue of the waiver of the physician-patient privilege in Arctic Motor Freight v. Stover, 571 P.2d 1006 (Alaska 1977), because of conflicting lower court interpretations of Drobny. 3 571 P.2d at 1007 .

1987Less than a year later we again took up the issue of the waiver of the physician-patient privilege in Arctic Motor Freight v. Stover, 571 P.2d 1006 (Alaska 1977), because of conflicting lower court interpretations of Drobny. 3 571 P.2d at 1007 .

11987–1987
Ingram v. State green
alaska · 1969
1 sentence

1977Ingram v. State, 450 P.2d 161 (Alaska 1969).

11977–1977
Garner v. Ford Motor Co. green
akd · 1973
1 sentence

1976Binding further as part of our definition of relevancy, within the context of discovery, is Civil Rule 26(b) (1), which provides in part: It is not ground for objection that the information sought will be inadmissible at trial if the information sought appears reasonably calculated to lead to the discovery of admissible evidence. [13] We feel this method is preferable to the more formal method utilized in Garner v. Ford Motor Co., 61 F.R.D. 22 (D.C.Alaska 1973). [14] Continental Insurance Companies v. Bayless and Roberts, Inc., 548 P.2d 398, 411 (Alaska 1975). [15] We note that in each of thes

11976–1976
In Re Lifschutz green
cal · 1970
2 sentences

1976Id. at 200, n. 78. [1] See 8 Wigmore, § 2386, at 851 (McNaughton Revision 1961) relating to the physician-patient privilege. [2] In re Lifschutz, 2 Cal.3d 415 , 85 Cal. Rptr. 829 , 467 P.2d 557 (1970); Annot., 44 A.L.R.3d 24 , 55-56 (1972).

1976Id. at 200, n. 78. [1] See 8 Wigmore, § 2386, at 851 (McNaughton Revision 1961) relating to the physician-patient privilege. [2] In re Lifschutz, 2 Cal.3d 415 , 85 Cal. Rptr. 829 , 467 P.2d 557 (1970); Annot., 44 A.L.R.3d 24 , 55-56 (1972).

11976–1976
United States v. Certain Parcels of Land green
casd · 1953
1 sentence

1968See also Walsh v. Reynolds Metals Co., 15 F.R.D. 376 (D.N.J.1954); United States v. Certain Parcels of Land, 15 F.R.D. 224 (S.D.Cal.1953); cf., 4 J.

11968–1968

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