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Q: Is there any legal action for my son's death after 13 years?
I witnessed my only child receive a shot in the arm at a hospital in New York, and he passed away shortly thereafter. This tragic event occurred nearly 13 years ago, and I have not consulted any legal professionals about it until now. I do not have hospital records but am seeking justice for my... View More 
Brandon Andres Nunez
answered on Jul 17, 2026
answered on Jul 17, 2026
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your son. Losing an only child is a grief that words can't reach, and the fact that you're still carrying a wish to protect other families speaks to the kind of parent you are. I want to be honest and gentle with you at the same time.
The... View More
Q: Is there any legal action for my son's death after 13 years?
I witnessed my only child receive a shot in the arm at a hospital in New York, and he passed away shortly thereafter. This tragic event occurred nearly 13 years ago, and I have not consulted any legal professionals about it until now. I do not have hospital records but am seeking justice for my... View More
Jonathan R. Ratchik
answered on Jul 20, 2026
answered on Jul 20, 2026
I'm so sorry for your loss. In New York, the statute of limitations, i.e. the time in which to bring a lawsuit, for wrongful death actions is only two (2) years while the SOL for medical malpractice actions is two-and-a-half years. Based upon the information you provided, the time in which to... View More
Q: Is there any legal action for my son's death after 13 years?
I witnessed my only child receive a shot in the arm at a hospital in New York, and he passed away shortly thereafter. This tragic event occurred nearly 13 years ago, and I have not consulted any legal professionals about it until now. I do not have hospital records but am seeking justice for my... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 20, 2026
answered on Jul 20, 2026
I'm so sorry for your loss. As my colleagues describe, the obstacle in pursuing this matter is the passage of time. Thirteen years is outside the applicable statutes of limitation for actions based on medical malpractice and wrongful death. In terms of the records, it's possible the... View More
Q: Do I have grounds to file lawsuit against Polymarket for locking my account with 1000 dollars in it and no response.
I am considering filing a lawsuit against Polymarket as they have locked my account with $1,000 in funds, and I've had no access to it for over a month. Despite emailing them daily and submitting multiple support tickets, I have received no responses or communication from them. What steps can... View More
Brandon Andres Nunez
answered on Jul 17, 2026
answered on Jul 17, 2026
Yes! There are firms that specialize in exactly this kind of dispute involving locked accounts and frozen funds on trading and crypto-related platforms, so you're not without options. The first and most important steps for you are to get an attorney involved and, before anything else, preserve... View More
Q: What are my rights in a Minnesota divorce regarding spousal support and assets?
I live in Minnesota, and after five years of marriage, my wife wants a divorce. I'm trying to understand my rights in this situation. We have agreed to sell our house, and no spousal support is being requested from me. However, I'm concerned about whether I'll have to pay spousal... View More
Robert Kane
answered on Jul 17, 2026
answered on Jul 17, 2026
After a five-year marriage, you would not automatically have to pay spousal support, especially if your spouse is not requesting it. However, the divorce agreement and final order should clearly state whether both of you permanently give up any right to seek spousal support later or whether the... View More
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