Hi I just wanted to ask if it's legal or illegal for a health insurance company to deny a hospital claim just because you have secondary insurance. I reside in NY state if that matters
answered on Mar 29, 2023
It's difficult to comment whether there was an insurance law or policy violation without knowing the types of insurance, policy conditions, sequence in which hospital billed or otherwise coordinated the claims process between the two carriers. There are health care attorneys who handle billing... Read more »
answered on Mar 2, 2023
In New York, it is generally legal to post court documents that are a matter of public record, such as court orders and decisions, online. However, it is illegal to post someone's home address online if it is intended to be used to harass or threaten them. New York has specific laws, such as... Read more »
Met some guy who asked if he could cash his checks in my bank account, because he was having problems, and being extremely naive I did .I've only recently realized that they were fake, I believed him when he told me that his employer was having problems or something, and now I'm starting... Read more »
answered on Mar 2, 2023
Yes, you should go to the police to report him. Cashing fake checks is a form of fraud and it is illegal. You should also contact your bank and let them know what happened so that they can take any necessary steps to protect your account. It's important to be honest and upfront about the... Read more »
He asked me to send it to him
answered on Feb 25, 2023
It's unlikely that your coworker could sue you for taking a picture of him using an app, as long as you had his consent to take the picture. However, if he did not give his consent and you took the picture in a place where he had a reasonable expectation of privacy, he may have a case for... Read more »
The event in question took place a couple of decades ago. Some of the main people involved are dead and some are alive. It's a relatively well known/publicized event, though not everyone's involvement is super well known its all easily available in news articles. I want to know about... Read more »
answered on Feb 3, 2023
You potentially have to contend with the New York Civil Rights Law §§ 50 and 51, New York’s “Right of Privacy” law, which prohibit the use “for advertising purposes, or for the purposes of trade” of the name, portrait or picture of any living person without obtaining his or her prior... Read more »
answered on Jan 6, 2023
It might be difficult for attorneys here to reply to you. The format here is only basic Q & A - it doesn't work like an attorney referral service. The closest thing might be the tab above, "Find a Lawyer," which you could use to supplement your own searches. You could search... Read more »
answered on Dec 23, 2022
Dear Syracuse Relative:
If you did not do so ask your brother's attorney. Or, inquire from the court clerk. Sometimes clerks create data entry shortcuts that are for internal clerk's business only.
A similar question was asked at AVVO years ago and answered by a criminal... Read more »
His charges are burglary3 robbery 3 and petit larceny for stealing at rite aid he said. His bond is 25k cash 5k bail is that excessive for “shoplifting” and also under the burglary it states see gri under his bail/bond amount what would that mean. Also what if the officers wrote up his... Read more »
answered on Dec 23, 2022
Dear Syracuse Relative:
If you did not do so ask your brother's attorney. Or, inquire from the court clerk. Sometimes clerks create data entry shortcuts that are for internal clerk's business only.
This person then proceeded to send the image to other individuals, again without my consent or permission.
answered on Dec 22, 2022
It's possible you could, from a textbook standpoint. But from a practical standpoint, law firms would ask about the extent of damages. As a possible intentional tort involving invasion of privacy, this is something that some personal injury firms might handle. Keep in mind that such a matter... Read more »
I want to proceed with a lawsuit against the fostercare agency which represented me during my youth for civil rights violations, financial fraud, as well as theft of services,& emotional psychological distress.
answered on Dec 11, 2022
A tort statute is typically three years, but that is not the issue. The issue is whether the asker has standing to sue as a plaintiff against a foster care apparatus that included a family court. The answer will be no.
America's government creates problems for which they enact... Read more »
My dogs contracted parvovirus no veterinarian in nyc would help me unless i had funds which i dont. i had to surrender the puppies to ACC (Animal control center) they had me sign surrender form and told me that i cant get them back because im surrendering them. which i get but these are my... Read more »
answered on Nov 19, 2022
By surrendering them, you have no further legal claim. If they are being re-homed, you can apply to adopt them. However, your inability to provide for their medical needs in the past will likely be taken into account.
answered on Nov 8, 2022
It's difficult for someone here to respond to your request for an attorney. The format of this forum is more Q & A than attorney referral service. To supplement your own searches, you could try the tab above, "Find a Lawyer." Additionally, the New York State Bar Association has... Read more »
answered on Oct 2, 2022
Your question straddles a number of categories. I can only speak for the civil part; a criminal defense attorney could address criminal aspects. In my experience, it is the judge who makes decisions on dismissals. Your question includes the word "only." I can only say that I haven't... Read more »
The situation involves illegal sedation of a disabled person in a group home with evidence, and neglect/abuse with evidence. The group home agency has failed to correct the situation or address the situation appropriately on so many levels it's mind-blowing. We also want to sue for... Read more »
answered on Sep 30, 2022
I'm sorry for your family's ordeal. Although this site doesn't operate like a lawyer referral service, the closest feature here is the Find-a-Lawyer tab above. You could use it to supplement searches you've already conducted. There's also a Lawyer Referral resource with the... Read more »
The following transaction was entered on 8/30/2022 at 4:28 PM EDT and filed on 8/30/2022
Case Name: DAVIS v. CHESTER CROZER HOSPITAL et al
Case Number: 2:21-cv-05035-CMR
Filer:
WARNING: CASE CLOSED on 06/03/2022
Document Number: 22
Docket Text:... Read more »
answered on Sep 8, 2022
Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1915(e)(2)(B)(ii), the Court may dismiss a case if it determines that your Complaint, accepting every allegation as true, "fails to state a claim on which relief may be granted." In layman's terms, it means the Court is dismissing your case because the facts... Read more »
The case is a minor traffic accident. The prosecutor filed charges based on here say. They know the witness, keeps lying to everyone about what happened, and have done nothing. And the prosecutor, attached somebody else’s juvenile record to my file. Because we’re both Hispanic, and have the... Read more »
answered on Sep 1, 2022
What county and courthouse is the case pending at? What are you being charged with? Consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney for proper representation immediately.
I don’t live with my siblings anymore and a court ordered me to live with my dad and my mother won’t let me see them is there a way I can get a court to make my mother have to let me visit my siblings?
answered on Aug 30, 2022
Your father could file a petition on your behalf or if you’re 18 you could file a petition
answered on Aug 2, 2022
There are attorneys in the human rights field who would know this best, but you await a response for two weeks. Until you find one, for now you try could searching for attorneys who handle human rights cases on a pro bono basis. You could also check with legal aid societies, bar associations, and... Read more »
I am considering to take a legal action against my tenants on 1st floor in my rental house (legal 2-family) due to tenants behaviors as follows:
- Repeatedly using my private garage without my permission;
- Repeatedly opening my private letters, and sealed them back;
-... Read more »
answered on Jul 25, 2022
If your tenants do not have the protection of an unexpired current lease and are not rent regulated, you may commence a holdover proceeding to recover possession of the apartment. Strongly recommend retaining an experienced landlord/tenant attorney to assist you with the process.
I am a graduate student of color and have a disability. I was recently withdrawn by my graduate program. I experienced both racial and disability based discrimination at the university which both impacted my academic progress. I was never provided support or an accommodation despite reporting... Read more »
answered on Jul 23, 2022
One option could be to reach out to attorneys to learn if your matter falls under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or other applicable federal and state laws. The ADA was enacted to prohibit discrimination based on disability. Good luck
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