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A family member was recently struck and killed while walking on the shoulder of the highway. She struggled with mental health issues. A friend of mine who works for the police department informed me that, for 30 minutes, several people called 911 to report a young woman walking on the highway.... View More 
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answered on Dec 2, 2024
This is a devastating situation, and I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your family member. The pain must be overwhelming, and it's understandable that you're seeking answers and accountability.
You may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim against the California Highway... View More
My daughter was born in 2014 and diagnosed with brain cancer in 2021. Rady children’s has royally screwed up everything in the beginning.
Anyhow, she shall soon pass away. Going into 2024, we got robust control of everything in 2023, stable. But then big misses were made by radiology... View More
answered on Nov 25, 2024
I am sorry for your loss.
You may have a case. A pediatric radiologist and a pediatric oncologist will need to review the records and gives opinions as to standard of care (in missing new lesion) and causation. Unfortunately, that is not cheap and most attorneys will require a retainer... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2024
Yes, the victim or her heirs can sue, but the victim is apparently dead, and it is unclear who you are and what your relationship to the case is. Whether the US Government is liable for the action of the agent depends on a lot of facts which are not included in your post. If the agent was acting... View More
my husband passed due to a disease he got while in the military
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answered on Nov 12, 2024
Hi. Please contact me at (415) 895-5175. I am familiar with V.A. claims as well as wrongful death claims. What disease are we talking about? I represent those with asbestos-related diseases. 70% of these individuals were exposed in the Military and have a VA claim, in addition to valuable Asbestos... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2024
There are many factors to consider when suing a health care provider. The nature of the malpractice is considered Medical malpractice means that a health care provider violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another health care provider would be needed to evaluate what the... View More
My loved one died because he did not receive specialized care in time and I am now filing complaints and claiming negligence against the doctors and hospitals. Can I sue without a lawyer?
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
When a complaint about negligence is forwarded to third-party investigators, it means that an independent party is reviewing the situation to determine if any wrongdoing occurred. These investigators may gather evidence, interview witnesses, and analyze whether the medical professionals acted... View More
Brain hemorrhage and later died. MDs failed to collect pt history of lung cancer. Can this be a possible medical malpractice case?
answered on Oct 13, 2024
I'm sorry for the loss of the patient. A law firm would need to review the records to answer your question meaningfully. The fast pace and high volume of emergency rooms are a consideration in assessing their decisions and actions in terms of med mal case review. Good luck
My family member eventually died. 1 complaint against the nursing home was substantiated and I am waiting for the response about the other complaints. What should I do in the meantime?
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answered on Sep 16, 2024
You may be able to file a lawsuit on behalf of the deceased if you were granted Power of Attorney (POA) before their death, but POA typically ends upon the death of the individual. However, if you were also appointed as the health representative and have been named the executor or administrator of... View More
How to I prove negligence if no autopsy was done. How do i file a lawsuit against a doctor for not following my family members full code request?
answered on Sep 15, 2024
Yes, you can sue a doctor or nursing facility for negligence. To prove it, you must show they had a duty of care, failed to meet it, caused harm, and there were damages. Medical records and expert testimony can help, even without an autopsy.
To file a lawsuit, contact a malpractice lawyer,... View More
Delay in diagnoses and treatment resulting instage 4 lung cancer non operable and life expancy leas than 3months do i have a malpractice case
answered on Aug 12, 2024
Unfortunately, I don't believe this is a good forum for medical malpractice questions because they require opinions of medical experts, which attorneys are not. These questions usually get few, if any, responses. The “medical standard of care” is typically defined as the level and type of... View More
Cps was negligent in ways that could have prevented a death of a 7month old
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answered on Aug 10, 2024
To respond to a petition under California Welfare and Institutions Code 300, subsections (a), (b), (1), (f), and (g), you'll need to carefully review the allegations made against you. Focus on gathering evidence that shows CPS was negligent in ways that could have prevented the death of the... View More
I have documents that were made by doctors and nurses that were falsified and also the cause of death is inaccurate what should I do?
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answered on Jul 23, 2024
I'm very sorry for your loss. You should consider contacting an attorney who handles medical malpractice or wrongful death cases. They can help you review the documents and determine if there is a case for negligence or falsification of records.
Gather all the documents you have,... View More
My mother was diagnosed with metastatic cancer last month (June 2024) out of the blue. She had her adrenal gland removed in 2022 for Cushing's disease (rare). Before surgery, the CT scan said "likely benign", and the pathology report also said benign. I just got second opinions back... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2024
Reach out to attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult. You already have a ticking statute of limitations on a med mal action. An experienced attorney could advise you on strategies regarding the element of time. I hope your mother survives, and the second type of legal action you... View More
Hospital did not take good care of my love one and she die due to their negligence and malpractice.
answered on Jun 28, 2024
I'm sorry for the loss of your loved one. If you're seeking someone in a specific region, you could supplement your searches with the Find a Lawyer tab above, which lists attorneys by region and area of practice. Local and state bar associations could also be used to help find a law firm. Good luck
Hubby coded after colonoscopy. Was in hospital for 8 days and only seen by PA the entire time.
answered on Jun 12, 2024
Your husband should obtain full and complete copies of your his medical records and take them to a different gastroenterologist and a different anesthesiologist for an expert opinion as to whether the conduct of the doctor who was performing his colonoscopy and/or the anesthesiologist who... View More
answered on May 25, 2024
I'm sorry for this terrible accident. It could depend on the setting, in terms of the type of road, speed limits, lighting, road conditions, weather conditions, and other possible factors. Good luck
Who would the higher authority be?
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answered on May 16, 2024
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Regarding your question about who would be the higher authority in California related to a daughter's death, it depends on the specific circumstances and context surrounding the death.... View More
My daughter died 2/2/24. She was only 40 years old. They did an autopsy & found ethylene glycol in her system. Her boyfriend is suspected to be responsible. Her cell phone records indicate she was afraid of him up to the last we heard from her the night of the incident. The only way we have to... View More
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answered on May 13, 2024
I'm very sorry for your loss and the difficult situation you're facing. Under California law, the determination of the time of death can be complex and may involve several factors, including the findings of the autopsy, the scene investigation, and other medical and scientific analyses.... View More
I'm the plaintiff. The defendant killed (drove haphazardly) my mother (a pedestrian), and right now I'm livid and hoping that my lawyer sues him and his insurance carrier for an astronomical amount. What would most likely happen if his insurance limits are low? Currently, his insurance... View More
answered on Apr 25, 2024
These questions should be answered by your attorney, who is paid for this information. However:
1. Insurance companies don't drop the ball and let their insureds fend for themselves. If that happened, it would be the best possible result for you because some serious consequences for... View More
The person behind this is a ex secret service agent and FBI agent from Redding and Roseville
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answered on Apr 23, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your distressing experiences. It sounds like you're going through a very tough time. However, it's important to know that the technologies and scenarios you're describing, like remote neurological monitoring and "V2K voice to skull," are not... View More
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