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Q: Do I have a case for misrepresented property size in VA real estate? It was listed as 1,300 sqft but is actually 900 sqft.
I believe there was negligence in a real estate transaction where the property was misrepresented. The property was advertised and re-listed as 1,300 square feet when in reality it is 900 square feet. There is a contract in place, and I have already filed a complaint with the board, but it was... View More 
Richard Sternberg
answered on Jun 2, 2026
answered on Jun 2, 2026
I agree with Mr. Krieger. I'm sure many lawyers could opine on the representation if they were looking at it and the underlying facts. It sounds like you may have grounds to cancel the contract before it closes, but you might be erasing your rights if you go forward now that you know the real... View More
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Q: Do I have a dental malpractice case for cracked teeth and needed implant?
I have developed three cracked teeth and need an implant, along with visits to a maxillofacial doctor. The California Dental Board and Medi-Cal Fraud are pursuing actions, and the Better Business Bureau is also involved. Medi-Cal is aware of the circumstances, and all post-treatment physicians have... View More
Joel G. Selik
answered on Jun 1, 2026
answered on Jun 1, 2026
It is unable to be determined if there was malpractice from the facts in your question. A bad result does not mean there was malpractice. Another dentist expert hired by the attorney would need to determine if the treating dentist breached the standard of care and if that breach caused the... View More
Q: Should I hire a lawyer for my son's mishandled medical emergency at school?
My son had a medical emergency at school in California, and I'm concerned about how it was handled. During a class with a substitute teacher, he asked to use the restroom. After leaving the classroom, he lost consciousness, fell, and sustained a concussion, a fractured jaw, lost teeth, and a... View More
Joel G. Selik
answered on Jun 1, 2026
answered on Jun 1, 2026
If he sustained further injury because of the delay in responding, there might be a case. To confirm regardless of outcome, consult with experienced attorneys.
Note, for government entities, such as public schools, a Claim must be served on the proper defendant in the proper format... View More
Q: Should I hire a lawyer for my son's mishandled medical emergency at school?
My son had a medical emergency at school in California, and I'm concerned about how it was handled. During a class with a substitute teacher, he asked to use the restroom. After leaving the classroom, he lost consciousness, fell, and sustained a concussion, a fractured jaw, lost teeth, and a... View More
Michelle Alissa Ball
answered on Jun 1, 2026
answered on Jun 1, 2026
You definitely could bring in an attorney to deal with the issues in this matter. Often schools don't pay adequate attention to parents until an attorney is brought in. It sounds like a really terrible situation and could have been much worse. Thank goodness he is okay now (it... View More
Q: Should I hire a lawyer for my son's mishandled medical emergency at school?
My son had a medical emergency at school in California, and I'm concerned about how it was handled. During a class with a substitute teacher, he asked to use the restroom. After leaving the classroom, he lost consciousness, fell, and sustained a concussion, a fractured jaw, lost teeth, and a... View More
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answered on Jun 6, 2026
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answered on Jun 6, 2026
If it's a special needs child who has an emergency health plan, which is defined or perhaps just mentioned in the student's IEP, then you might have a case. Special needs students have sometimes allergy issues, and they also have seizures which could become serious. In such a case, it can... View More
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