The Battle for Justina Pelletier
Overview
Justina Pelletier, a 14-year-old girl, arrived at a Boston hospital with unexplained symptoms, only to find herself declared a ward of the state, much to her family's shock. This troubling turn of events set off a chain reaction, drawing the attention of an anonymous hacker who sought to intervene. The gripping narrative raises critical questions about parental authority, the concept of medical child abuse, and the murky boundaries surrounding healthcare decisions. As the story unfolds, it becomes a profound exploration of family dynamics and societal responsibilities in the face of medical uncertainty.
Episodes
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1
Our Little Peanut
A 14-year-old girl becomes seriously unwell with a puzzling array of symptoms and is rushed to a premier hospital in Boston. The unfolding situation s...
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2
We Do Not Forgive, We Do Not Forget
Anonymous launches an attack on Boston Children's Hospital, crippling its computer systems to advocate for Justina Pelletier. Just days later, Justina...
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3
Wo Go to War
The Pelletier family enlists a lawyer and initiates a civil suit against Boston Children's Hospital, alleging medical malpractice. Meanwhile, Marty is...
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4
And Then We Went Home
The outcome of the civil trial involving Boston Children's Hospital comes to light, while Justina struggles to find her way back to health. Meanwhile,...