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How to get started and all information needed to help me . I went to dentist for filings and now have am pain for almost a month
answered on Nov 17, 2024
The very first thing is see other dental specialists to find out what is wrong.
answered on Nov 15, 2024
While that could be considered malpractice or neglect, without further harm, such a case may not be viable.
During my hip replacement surgery, the surgeon damaged nerves, leading to a severe neuroma that has caused intense burning pain. This trauma, caused by the doctor, resulted in me losing my job, going to multiple doctors, undergoing numerous treatments, spending significant amounts of money, and in... View More 
answered on Nov 8, 2024
Yes it may be a case. Another doctor will have to determine if this happened BECAUSE of malpractice or if it can happen without malpractice.
In a Legal Malpractice case, if an Attorney representing the attorney party, presents materials to the Court intended to establish justifiable reliance that later is found to be fraudulent, is it necessary to name the Attorney in the case in order for the defendants to be held accountable for the... View More
answered on Nov 6, 2024
There are other methods you can take in the court to show the evidence is fraudulent to the jury to help your case.
answered on Nov 1, 2024
Severe injuries are not required to have a successful lawsuit. But, attorneys will evaluate all factors of a case to determine if it is a case they will take on. Certainly wage loss caused by others negligence is one compensable damage.
answered on Oct 30, 2024
Social security is exempt from Collection. If there is a bank levy look into a claim of exemption.
but now the 1 year statue of limitations passed
answered on Oct 22, 2024
A lawsuit filed after the statute of limitations will be met with a demurrer or other motion.
If the attorney was hired and failed to file on time, you may have a legal malpractice case.
If so, anyone recommendation would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance
answered on Oct 17, 2024
Yes, an out-of-state attorney could handle a case against a California attorney. The out-of-state attorney would need to hire a local attorney to act as local council. Note there are a number of qualified legal malpractice attorneys in California and those may be your best option to begin with.
Attorney-client or work product privileges are NOT applicable in respect to witness, non-party to lawsuit.
The answer is? [this statement is accurate]
answered on Oct 16, 2024
The attorney representing the witness has attorney client privilege with the witness. It is a much more complicated analysis if the attorney represents one of the parties as well as the Witness.
My son was skate boarding down the side walk to get to his car. His board got caught in an uneven sidewalk on Northridge. He is an intern and he was told by his employeer EDD he will lose his job because he broke his ankle that requires surgery. Does he have a case and if so, against whom?
answered on Oct 16, 2024
It might be a case. It may depend on the extent of the unevenness and who caused the issue or is responsible for maintenance, as well as notice of the problem. Pictures should be taken and an attorney consulted. Note, there are strict 6 month notice requirements for lawsuit against California... View More
House keeping opened the door for him even after I said not to.
He was yelling and hitting the door.
His name is not even registered as a guest here.
answered on Oct 16, 2024
Do not contact the hotel, contact a lawyer. There may be a case but it must be approached carefully.
Hello,
On February 14, 2020 A dentist performed a root canal on my lower right #30 tooth. During my root canal I kept feeling pain in my ear as she continued to perform the root canal. I told her and she just numbed me more. After my procedure was finished I continued to have pain in my... View More
answered on Oct 8, 2024
This is a potential case. While tools breaking can occur with or without malpractice, not advising the patient would be malpractice.
The additional harm from not finding this sooner would be part of the case.
Consult with experienced malpractice attorneys in the state where this... View More
I work for a school district, I run a kitchen, My VP has yelled at me, kept me from doing my job he has talked about me , lied about me I reported it to my manager and they did nothing even though they seen it..I found out he told my custodian that he can keep me in line because he is close... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
Determine if you have a case by conferring with employment attorneys. Even if you have not been fired a search for “wrongful termination lawyers” will get you to the correct attorneys.
Use the Justia search tool to find an attorney. https://www.justia.com/lawyers
I have a points program with Bluegreen. I have been paying down the loan and kept yearly fees current. I still owe a good portion of the loan. I have rarely been able to use my points before they expire due to family and work time restrictions. I have also recently developed solar urticaria, and... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2024
There are attorneys who concentrate their law practices in taking in timeshares. Consult with experienced attorneys. Use the Justia search tool to find an attorney. https://www.justia.com/lawyers
My car had been involved in a car accident and I was told the police needed to keep my car for investigation purposes but said I would get it back as soon as possible and that they are responsible for the fees. Well a couple months pass and I call them because I havent heard anything. I was told... View More
answered on Sep 30, 2024
You may have a case against them. Consult with experienced debt collection defense attorneys in the state where this occurred. Use the Justia search tool to find an attorney. https://www.justia.com/lawyers
I noticed that I’m being sued by a lawyer because I received a bill being charged for small claims they filed with the court but I have never been served. It’s possible the lawyer sent a summon to my old address but I haven’t lived there since May and not sure how to go about it now. What can... View More
answered on Sep 30, 2024
Look into a motion to set aside the judgment for failure to lawfully serve the lawsuit.
relevant docs I asked for, like court-mandated annual acct of assets(x 2yrs), documentation of POA assignment (nec to fight mentally ill mother naming mental ill half-sister as POA, as neither is trustworthy & each has a long, well established history of issues in court, been committed via 5150... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2024
In order to enforce your rights, to obtain documents, into otherwise make sure you’re interest are protected, you can file motions with the court.
I've had serious pain and complications one year after the open hernia repair, I sought another surgeon and after examination and reviewing surgery film and notes I was told the surgery never happened.
answered on Sep 26, 2024
Yes that is a potential area of malpractice. Both for not doing the surgery and for failure to advise you it was not done.
Note, the extent of an anticipated recovery for a malpractice, if limited, may effect the viability of a case. Consult with experienced malpractice attorneys in the... View More
On July 31, 2023, I was taken into police custody and subsequently experienced significant foot pain. During transport, the officer took me to the hospital, where I reported my symptoms, including a hole in the bottom of my foot. Despite my condition, the attending physician, under the... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2024
This may be malpractice. Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did.
While you suffered a horrible outcome, loss of a toe might not be sufficient to warrant a... View More
My daughter 13yrs old and I have injuries and I’m not sure what to do about getting seen.
answered on Sep 24, 2024
Contact an attorney in the state where the crash occurred. They may be able to connect you with health care providers. You can search for lawyers on this website.
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