Knowledge

26.05.2026

The right of patients of healthcare services to be accompanied

In 2025, complaints to the Health Regulatory Authority show that the right of patients to be accompanied in healthcare services still requires greater clarity and enforcement.
Legal Brief Carlos Vasconcelos Direito da saúde Nota informativa Carlos Vasconcelos EN Health Law
17.11.2025

Informed Consent and the Doctor–Patient Relationship

Informed consent is now a key requirement in the doctor–patient relationship. More than a signed form, it demands clear information, structured dialogue and respect for autonomy, as its absence may lead to civil liability.
Legal Brief Carlos Vasconcelos EN Health Law
29.05.2025

Medical Liability: Between the Public and the Private Sectors

Carlos Vasconcelos and Bruno Martelo explore the legal and practical impact of rising healthcare litigation in an era of increasing scrutiny, information, and media exposure
Legal Brief Bruno Martelo EN Carlos Vasconcelos EN Health Law
07.04.2025

Conscientious Objection by Healthcare Professionals

Conscientious objection by healthcare professionals has been a subject of debate, particularly in the context of voluntary termination of pregnancy. This debate may intensify with the issue of medically assisted death
Legal Brief Carlos Vasconcelos Direito da saúde Nota informativa Carlos Vasconcelos EN Health Law
04.02.2025

Liability for Service Malfunction

The end of 2024 was marked by news reports about deaths allegedly linked to delays in emergency medical assistance provided by INEM – the National Institute for Medical Emergencies.
Legal Brief Carlos Vasconcelos EN Health Law

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