Using structured sentences and paragraphs, answer the following questions in relation to the legal issues around consent, raised by the case. 1. If Joseph and Cindy decided to sue Dr Lin, what type of...

Using structured sentences and paragraphs, answer the following questions in relation to the legal issues around consent, raised by the case.


1.    If Joseph and Cindy decided to sue Dr Lin, what type of legal action would that be?


What are the elements of the offence that Joseph and Cindy need to prove for the action to be successful? What is the standard of proof required in this case?


2.    Describe the defence that Dr Lin could raise. This includes describing the elements of a valid consent (with supporting case law and legislation), and the process for obtaining consent in those circumstances when an adult cannot provide it themselves.


3.    What are the possible outcomes of this case?