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Q: What can I do after being injured by a private ambulance company in California?
I was recently injured when a private ambulance company dropped me while I was in their care in California. I did not have any witnesses at the time. I received medical treatment afterward and have the medical records to document my injuries. I've only had a brief call with the company to... View More 
Anush Melkonyan
answered on Jun 1, 2026
answered on Jun 1, 2026
You are entitled to compensation not only for reimbursement of your medical bills but also compensation for the pain and suffering, lost wages (if any). If you are still experiencing pain as a result of the accident you should continue treating. The insurance for the ambulance might offer you some... View More
Q: What can I do after being injured by a private ambulance company in California?
I was recently injured when a private ambulance company dropped me while I was in their care in California. I did not have any witnesses at the time. I received medical treatment afterward and have the medical records to document my injuries. I've only had a brief call with the company to... View More
Joel G. Selik
answered on Jun 2, 2026
answered on Jun 2, 2026
Get an attorney right away. Do not communicate with them directly other than to request your records.
Note, these cases are Medical Malpractice and have the laws that are applicable to medical malpractice and not regular personal injury cases, including a shorter statutes of limitations.... View More
Q: What are the outcomes for first-time shoplifting under $50 in New Mexico?
I have a question about the likelihood of jail time for a first-time shoplifting offense involving an amount under $50 in New Mexico. The person charged has a clean record. Could you provide some insight into what the possible outcomes might be?
Maxwell Pines
answered on Jun 1, 2026
answered on Jun 1, 2026
It is difficult to give a firm answer because a lot turns on the jurisdiction in which the case is presented, but typically, I do not see jail sentences for first offense shoplifting cases. Your best bet to keep your record clean, advise you on particulars, get the best outcome and give wise and... View More
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Q: Is $1000 fair for child/spousal support? Do I have home equity rights?
I live in California and have been married for almost three years. We have a two-year-old child. My spouse and I previously discussed that if we divorced, I would have primary custody due to his work schedule. He offered to pay $1,000 a month, but I'm unsure if this amount is fair when... View More
Tobie B. Waxman
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answered on Jun 2, 2026
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answered on Jun 2, 2026
Child support is calculated using a formula that is required by law - "Guideline" Based solely on the income numbers you have provided and assuming an 80/20 time share with you having primary physical custody, no $1000 per month is no where near being fair or even legal. Again, based... View More
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Q: Can I claim condo sale proceeds based on a verbal living agreement? (California)
I am a 74-year-old living in California, and I sold my condo under the arrangement with my son-in-law, who is a real estate broker, and my daughter that I would move into their home and live there for the rest of my life. My son-in-law received $100,000 from the sale, which was deposited directly... View More
Julie King
answered on Jun 1, 2026
answered on Jun 1, 2026
Some agreements relating to real estate must be in writing or they are not valid. The law is known as the Statute of Frauds. For example, lease agreements for more than a one year period must be in writing. An agreement between family members may or may not be deemed a lease agreement. Lawyers... View More
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