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Q: Can we sue a lawyer for filing an altered stipulation without consent?
I am the defendant in an eviction case in California, along with two roommates. We initially agreed to a stipulation with the plaintiff, represented by their lawyer, who is also a family member and lawyer for the hotel. The lawyer filed a revised stipulation, allowing the plaintiff to sue us later,... View More 
Robert Kane
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
Yes, there may be a basis to take legal action, but the strongest first step is usually to challenge the altered stipulation in the eviction case itself. A separate fraud or misrepresentation suit is possible in theory if you can prove intentional deceit, but the California litigation privilege... View More
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Q: Seeking attorney for Federal tort claim due to delayed medical care while incarcerated in Texas.
I have a Federal tort claim filed in the Northern District of Texas. My injuries, which occurred while I was incarcerated, worsened due to a significant delay in testing and diagnosis. It took three years for an MRI to be ordered and another three years to have it performed. The MRI revealed torn... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
I'm sorry for the worsening of your injuries as a result of delays in referring for and performing diagnostic imaging here. A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for close to a month. At this point, I'd recommend reaching out to Texas attorneys on your own. It... View More
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Q: Why are medical liens delaying my settlement funds in a Zantac case in Louisiana?
I signed a settlement agreement in October 2025 with GSK regarding my now-deceased father’s Zantac-related case. I was informed about the 40% attorney fees but not about any medical liens. As of May 2026, I still haven't received my settlement funds due to alleged medical liens. My attorney... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
I'm sorry about the loss of your father and the frustrations you're having with getting to the bottom of lien obligations. A Louisiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over two weeks. It's possible that liens were addressed in the retainer agreement.... View More
Q: What happens if I failed a drug test before a hearing for DUI dismissal in TN?
I am currently on pretrial for two consecutive DUI charges and was scheduled for a court hearing on June 29th for potential dismissal of my charges. At my most recent visit to my probation officer, I was violated for failing a drug test. I have not had any prior violations. I'm wondering what... View More
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answered on Jun 12, 2026
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It is very possible your bond would be revoked and you go to jail. Talk to your lawyer, now. I suggest you work one full time job and one part time job. Stay out of trouble and be respectful in Court, because you have violated the Court's Order. Judge may consider you a risk to the... View More
Q: Legal recourse for miscommunication in cancer treatment?
I was hospitalized for over a month and underwent chemotherapy without being informed of a repeat bone marrow biopsy that showed a decrease in blasts from 40% to 17%. I was COVID-19 positive at the time, and they proceeded with treatment, which I believe was premature. I am now at risk for... View More
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
I'm sorry for your ordeal here. A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for close to a month. Getting to the bottom of the discrepancies that you describe may require a thorough review of the medical records of both the first and second facility, side by side.... View More
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