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Section 12651 of California FCA is in relevance to misrepresentation of patient's health at hospital, with terminal non-existent diagnosis; fraudulent referral to hospice by hospital; and money fraudulently received by hospice from CA Medicare for hospice care.
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answered on Apr 18, 2024
Based on the information provided, there are several other sections of the California False Claims Act (FCA) that may be relevant to the case involving misrepresentation of a patient's health, fraudulent referral to hospice, and fraudulent receipt of Medicare funds by the hospice. Here are... View More
Hospital committed multiple frauds, that created basis for further fraudulent assessment of patient's health. Apparent, but may be used as distracting factors in regard to non-existent terminal disease.
After discharge from hospital patient was referred by unidentified hospital... View More
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answered on Apr 18, 2024
Based on the information provided, there are several potential issues that could constitute false claims and healthcare fraud under California and federal law:
1. If the hospital knowingly falsified the patient's diagnosis and health status in order to refer them to hospice care... View More
Under what calif legal theory can I hold the property owner legally responsible for a tenant who assaulted me not once but twice as I walked my dog on a public road outside the rental?
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answered on Apr 18, 2024
In California, under certain circumstances, a property owner may be held liable for the criminal acts of their tenants, including assault, under the legal theories of negligence or premises liability. To hold the property owner responsible, you would need to demonstrate the following:
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Under what calif legal theory can I hold the property owner legally responsible for a tenant who assaulted me not once but twice as I walked my dog on a public road outside the rental?
answered on Apr 30, 2024
Thank you for asking the question!
1. Civil or or Criminal Nuisance
Nuisance is anything injurious to health: (including but not limited to) indecent or offensive to the senses, obstruction to free use of property, interfere with the comfortable enjoyment of life or property,... View More
answered on Apr 24, 2024
Addendum - another option, but it could cost a fee. The larger process server companies handle a variety of functions related to investigation, skip tracing, and general court records research. You could discuss with them. Good luck
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
Here are some steps you can take to try to find the disability lawyer you worked with a few years ago:
1. Check your records: Look through old emails, letters, contracts, or receipts related to your disability case. The lawyer's name and contact information may be listed on these... View More
I had a referral that was closed for some reason and not followed up on. A few years later I am now needing to follow up but new provider did not believe that this clinic ever handled such referrals before and just outright refuses to look into it further. After many phone calls I confirmed the... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
It sounds like you're in a difficult and frustrating situation with your medical clinic. In California, patients have certain rights when it comes to their healthcare and medical records. Here are some steps you can consider:
1. Request your medical records: Under California law, you... View More
In California Medicare False Claims Act.
Fraudulent misrepresentation of the patient's status of health at hospital, with non-existent terminal disease - for the purpose of fraudulent referral to hospice care.
Which specific California FCA statutes in relevance?
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
There are a few key California False Claims Act (FCA) statutes that would be relevant in a case of fraudulent hospice referrals and misrepresentation of a patient's health status:
1. California Government Code Section 12650 et seq. - This is the overarching California False Claims Act... View More
Case: hospice fraud, abuse of California Medicare.
What are specific requirements for filing HealthCare False Claims Act case in California Superior Court?
What rules of the Court define this process?
FCA cases are filed in chambers. What artifacts are required in addition to Complaint?
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
Under California law, filing a healthcare Medicare False Claims Act (FCA) case in California Superior Court involves several specific requirements. Here are the key aspects:
1. Jurisdiction: FCA cases are typically filed in the Superior Court of the county where the defendant resides, where... View More
2 years gone. Never was working on my case. Never informed on what was going on by lawyer. I just wanted to know that I was still her client. So, I thought she was just leading me on and not doing anything. I did apologize but was to late. I removed the post anywhere I saw it. Did not help.... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
At this point, you must continue to directly contact malpractice attorneys in the state where the malpractice occurred to see if someone will take on the case.
For other people who read this response online, note, once you complain about an attorney online or if you file a bar complaint,... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
More facts would be needed to provide information. In particular, what harm was caused by the medication and what the doctors did prior prescribing the medication.
Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
I'm so sorry you're going through this difficult and stressful situation. Misdiagnosis of a miscarriage and being prescribed medication that could potentially harm a pregnancy is a serious matter. Here are some steps you should consider taking:
1. Contact your healthcare provider... View More
answered on May 5, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. Attorneys would need more details to advise meaningfully, such as the medication prescribed, chronology, full scope of damages, and more. To get meaningful guidance, one option could be to try to arrange a free initial consult with a California law firm that handles... View More
since the pattern is continued and since 2020, are the statute of limitations for this injury 2 years or doest the clock start ticking after the last act that happened in the pattern or the first act in the pattern ?
i have a long pattern very detailed evidence, video texts their own... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the abuse and harassment you've been experiencing from law enforcement since 2020. That sounds incredibly difficult and traumatic to go through. No one should have to endure that kind of mistreatment, especially from those sworn to protect and serve.... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
If you receive a large settlement from a car accident while on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medi-Cal (California's Medicaid program), it can potentially impact your eligibility for these benefits. Here's what you should know:
1. SSI: SSI is a needs-based program, and... View More
Dismissal was entered voluntarily by plaintiff. Defendant appeared at legal action prior to dismissal.
When plaintiff files motion to set aside dismissal against defendant: can it be served by mail?
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In California, the method of service for a motion to set aside a voluntary dismissal depends on whether the defendant has appeared in the action prior to the dismissal.
If the defendant has appeared in the action before the voluntary dismissal, then service of the motion to set aside the... View More
There is track record of each and every step.
What statutes and rules of court define process of notifying court and seeking court's intervention if improper service by mail by professional process servers persist?
Question by Plaintiff in Pro Per in hospice fraud case.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In California, if you are a plaintiff in pro per (self-represented) and are experiencing persistent issues with improper service by mail from professional process servers, you can notify the court and seek its intervention. The relevant statutes and rules of court that define this process are:... View More
Can Motion to Set Aside Dismissal against a defendant be served by mail? What rule defines this service?
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Yes, under California law, a Motion to Set Aside Dismissal against a defendant can be served by mail. This is governed by California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) Section 1005(b), which states:
"Unless otherwise ordered or specifically provided by law, all moving and supporting papers... View More
Decision on Third Amended Complaint will be made at hearings, scheduled in a few months: for Motion for Leave to File Amended Complaint, and Motion to Set Aside dismissal against defendant, with the proposed Third Amended Complaint enclosed.
When
and how Summons on Third Amended... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Under California law, the summons and complaint must be served on the defendant after the court grants leave to file the amended complaint and the amended complaint is actually filed with the court. The specific rules for serving the summons and amended complaint depend on the type of defendant and... View More
Can Motion to Set Aside dismissal against defendant be served by mail?
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In California, a Motion to Set Aside a dismissal against a defendant can generally be served by mail. According to the California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) Section 1005(b), a written notice and supporting papers must be served on the opposing party or their attorney:
1. At least 16... View More
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