We had to be referred to an outside (of our network) neurologist to get a diagnosis of spinal cord compression that required immediate surgery. Patient now has long term mobility issues and minimal chance for full recovery. Can the original Neurologist be held liable for medical malpractice for... View More 
answered on Apr 24, 2023
Med Mal cases are very challenging and very costly to bring.
A lawyer can't tell over the phone without reviewing a second doctor's records, which need to set forth why it was Malpractice and, if it was, then determine the damages.
If you were not seriously injured, you... View More
answered on Apr 20, 2023
With a misdemeanor, your criminal lawyer can usually appear on your behalf.
In some courts, for instance, domestic violence requires your appearance at the arraignment.
That is not the case with a Felony.
You should consult with a local lawyer who often practices in that... View More
Riverside County sheriff’s department
answered on Apr 19, 2023
i would first try contacting the arresting agency.
if not successful, contact the court to request a return of property.
the clerks office may be able to guide you...........
unless the property was expensive, it probably does not pay to retain a lawyer, who will no doubt... View More
I am part of a class member lawsuit against LASD (Los Angeles Sheriff Department) They have already sent a check last year. The order was to send three equal checks to complete payment per member. However, this years check has been pushed back since January pushing date each month totaling 3... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2023
is the delay by your lawyer?............or the other side.
i would contact:
1. your lawyer
2. settlement administrator
3. consult with another lawyer to sub in IF the delay is by your lawyer...a la the Tom Girardi scenario
4. send a letter to your lawyer... View More
1. He came and brought this stuff after our mother died and he had no place to live.
2. He is 62 years old. Does not work.
3. Several years ago I paid $1000. to have junk in yard removed.
4. He continues to bring in more.
5. This has gone on for 5 years and despite... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2023
you may argue he abandoned the property and thus you can do what you want.
however, you are still dealing with the property of someone else.
i would write him a letter setting forth all the facts and give him until a date certain to remove it or you will do so.
does he live... View More
I said it was mine after police coercion and the threat of towing my car for 30 days.
answered on Apr 15, 2023
make an appt with a local criminal defense attorney asap.
the DA has the burden of proof to convince the jury it was yours, while you argue it was out of your possession and someone else put it in your purse.
you will have to convince the court/jury that your statement was... View More
I was hit by an unlicensed, negligent minor and my car was totaled. Fortunately I wasn't injured but the car that I have been investing in for the past 3 years is a total loss and now not only am I out a vehicle I'm out that 3 year $11,000 investment. First how do I get the other... View More
answered on Apr 13, 2023
if you are sure you are not injured, then you can contact the ins for the other side.
they may balk since the car was driven by an unlicensed driver.
your easiest avenue would be to present a claim again your own policy...to the extent you have coverage. Then your ins co will... View More
I was walking on 103rd (La county) and fell into a 1 foot deep pothole on the sidewalk, thus tripping and breaking my 3 front teeth. I was unaware of the hole and wasn’t able to see it during the night. I have the medical cost to fix and witnesses. This problem had already been reported to the... View More
answered on Apr 12, 2023
You may have a case, and you should make an appointment with a local PI lawyer asap....if you do have a case, you may have a time constraint as a governmental claim must be filed within 6 months, if the area in which you fell belonged to a city/county etc.
A lawyer will probably have an... View More
a person A threatens to kill a person B. The person B runs away while being followed by the person A. The person B trips over, falls down on the ground, receives injuries, and dies when being followed by person A. Will the person A be found guilty of person's B death?
answered on Apr 9, 2023
the correct answer is it depends...on all the facts.
Was A arrested by the police?
Did the DA file or reject the case?
it is up to the DA to file and try the case or plead it out.
depending on the facts, it is possible A could be guilty of B's death.
set... View More
I was misdiagnosed because I never donated I attempted to donate but they injured me and made it impossible for me to donate I also had a coupon for $50 and was supposed to walk out of there with $170 instead I walked out of there for $20 why 20 that's an insult should have been nothing or all... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2023
if you are still having medical issues, seek additional help.
unless there is on going injury, I suspect it will be a challenge to find a PI trial lawyer that would take the case on a contingency.
however, you can still file in small claims court if you were injured for up to $10k.... View More
I had an incident that happened August 24 at a local Levi’s store. My attorney took the claim and after eight months he doesn’t wish to represent me anymore now I am stuck with medical bills, but he isn’t seeking a lien. My type of claim is a little difficult so, it is difficult for me to... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2023
It sounds like you didn't get along with your lawyer and that is the basis of the problem. No lawyer wants a problem client...if that is the case!
Contact local PI lawyers on this site or google PI lawyers and continue.
I wouldn't be surprised if, after investigation, the... View More
1st Lawyer said nothing at hearing when respondent showed video mislead judge said I lived in lsewhere when I was defending myself in my own home where I lived with my 2 yo. Friend now housemate said I lived elsewhere was trying to evict me leading her to believe I was a houseguest not a... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2023
i think this is going to be an issue best handled by a family law attorney for the Domestic Violence Restraining Order.
you should make an appt with another lawyer to review the facts and determine if s/he would handle on a contingency or if you would have to pay a retainer.
if the... View More
I was in an auto accident in 2021, I was never told if the other insurance or my insurance was covering the repairs or medical bills. i was not able to get in touch with my insurance after countless emails and phone calls, my insurance finally responded in Nov. of 2022. I was without a car and... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2023
consider a consult with another lawyer ...to possibly take over.
if the 2nd lawyer accepts the case, the 2 lawyers will split any legal fee.
you can always sue anyone for anything...at any time.
the issue is whether the facts support your claim.........if the case is not big... View More
Old attorney doesn’t want to represent me anymore in discriminatory claim, it’s very difficult to find an attorney to take my claim. Any suggestions?
answered on Mar 22, 2023
When a lawyer "bows out" it is usually an indication that the case either no longer appears to have value; it will cost to much to go to trial, and there will be nothing left for the client ...or there is a challenge dealing with the client.
Remember, you are asking a lawyer to... View More
My right to a jury trial? Never served the complaint.
“My case didn’t have valur without reverse rotator cuff replacement surgery yet.” The impact loosened my bridge. Dental work had to be done first. $17,000 and dentist extracted all my upper teeth he never created a functioning... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2023
I assume the case is still active, so why not hire another attorney to sub in?
You will only be responsible for 1 legal fee, and the lawyers will work out a division.
Jury fees only have to be considered when the case is set for a jury trial. Are you there already with a 2021 case?... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2023
propensity evidence and habit evidence:
Propensity evidence involves the general character or disposition.
Habit evidence involves a habit or pattern of behavior.
Propensity evidence is normally not admissible.
Habit evidence may be admissible if it is relevant and... View More
I admitted to the officer that I touched my spouse on the shoulder while he was walking away from me. We were having a verbal argument. Bystanders claimed that I grabbed my spouse around the neck and pulled on his shirt however I only touched my hand to his shoulder. He was walking very fast and I... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2023
Initially, if you don't retain a lawyer, ask for the court to appoint a public defender at your first appearance.
If you retain a lawyer, have him/her try to contact the filing Deputy DA to stop the filing.
Understand it is not up to one party to decide whether they want to... View More
I am in need of a new personal injury attorney, anything you guys know that can help me out any pointers? Things to say, things not to say, things to do, things not to do, anything helps.
answered on Mar 16, 2023
you want a local PI Trial lawyer from a good law school with at least 10 years of winning trial experience.
however, whether a lawyer will take the case is another question. Some of my friends will not take a case worth less than $1Million. It is more costly than ever before to handle a PI... View More
Its was in 2018 when i got out its been five years and i have had no run ins with the law so what do u think
answered on Mar 11, 2023
obviously, you violated your sentence and a bench warrant for your arrest is no doubt out there.
don't just turn yourself into the court without a lawyer representing you and trying to work out the terms etc.
under no circumstances should you surrender yourself and try to... View More
I want to have a legal expert to go over a previous DCFS case from 2018 to investigate illegal actions made by dcfs and the courts. One example there is physical evidence just accusations and the so called witnesses all have same statement word for word they lied and changed the sheriff's... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2023
if you had a court case, the person to ask, who has all the info, is your lawyer.
if you don't have a lawyer, set up a consultation with a local lawyer who practices in this area.
you might try to contact legal aid if you can't afford a lawyer.
you might consider... View More
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