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answered on Jan 5, 2021
Yes. It begins with expert opinions that the "standard of care" was violated, and that that violation legally "caused" the death.
My brother was shot and the response time of the ambulance was 45 minutes later resulting in his death.
answered on Dec 16, 2020
That seems like an unreasonably long time. Whether it's "too long" for purposes of filing a lawsuit depends on why it took that long. Find out.
My mother had heart failure problems, and history of passing out. She coded one time at a store and they revived her it was a miracle, on July 27th it happened again at home and this time the paramedics got there and didn't want to touch her cause they assumed it was covid that made her faint... View More 
answered on Jan 11, 2021
I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother. This is something that a California attorney could advise best on, but you await a response for four weeks. At this point, you could reach out to attorneys who handle such cases - if a law firm felt that that your family could have the basis for a... View More
The nurse said the found him with no pulse and not breathing, they did not know how long he had been like that and that they were able to shock him back to life but fractured both sides of his ribs and chest and also he has no signs of any brain activity
answered on Sep 25, 2020
I am sorry for your family's loss. You haven't asked a question but I assume you are interested in inquiring about whether the doctor/hospital had a role in his passing. That will require an autopsy, and a review of all of his hospital records as well as medical records from any health... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2020
Sorry for your loss. This is really not a "Family law" issue or "criminal law" issue unless your family member was a nurse or M.D. This may be an "Elder abuse" situation and it may be a "wrongful death" which is a category of personal injury actions. As his... View More
Father had a catheter due to peeing blood
Some kidney problems, she was the only one caregiver contacted ever !
My sister borrowed 6 thousand from my father at that time his care had to reduced from 3 to 2 days . I was unaware of so much I feel she deliberately alienated him... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2020
Sorry for your loss. This is really not a "Family law" issue or "health care" issue unless your SS was a nurse or M.D. This may be an "Elder abuse" situation and it may be a "wrongful death" which is a category of personal injury actions. As his heir, you... View More
I have been drinking Starkey water from Whole Foods for many years until I found out just last Friday on 06/19/2020 that it is very high in arsenic levels. I have developed liver illness (advanced fibrosis). I live in San Francisco of California.
answered on Jun 26, 2020
I'm sorry for your issues. You do NOT want to normally be part of a class action as the remedies offered are rarely as good as the remedies you can get on your own. Your more important question since you are automatically part of the class if you fit the class description, is "How do I... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2020
Anyone can file a lawsuit for the cost of a filing fee. Good luck.
The hospital let him go and didn’t even get PERT or a social worker to talk to him.
answered on Mar 10, 2020
It's unclear what happened. You don't ask any questions about whether the person who supplied your son with drugs and alcohol might be responsible. You don't ask any questions about whether he has claims against others for the cuts on his body. Whether the hospital might be liable... View More
My father died from complications from pneumonia after he was face first on the floor of his hotel room for 3 days. My dad's friend alerted the hotel staff that he was very worried about my dad and thought that they should open my dad's room and check on my dad. The hotel staff dismissed... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2020
Possibly. Although, if there were concerns about your father's health, there was nothing stopping his friend from also calling 911. He didn't have to stop at calling the hotel front desk. As a result, there is likely a huge causation issue. Nevertheless, a consultation with a wrongful... View More
stole a drink from a store when into my car the clerk tried opening my door when i put into reverse the clerk started hitting my car door with a weapon. i stopped got out and the clerk tried hitting me multiple times with the same weapon. i hit the clerk one time after which we was fully awake and... View More
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answered on Mar 6, 2020
This is a very confusing story, but entirely serious. You should stop posting any questions online and consult a criminal attorney in your area immediately.
Friend was brought to the United States at a young age illegally against their will. Friend has actively sought out proper citizenship and is currently very close to achieving citizenship. However, stepmother has inserted herself into the minor's situation and is demanding money at... View More
answered on Feb 26, 2020
more info needed.
who paid you? minor or adult?
was minor 18 when he entered into contract?
technically can not do so until 18
are you demanding money or are they demanding refund?
is it illegal to collect on a settlment without them having knowledge and settle the suite and keep all proceeds
and if the lawsuit was paid is it legal for one parent to hide it from the other custodial parent not to have to share the settlement this is for california
answered on Feb 21, 2020
Both parents should be plaintiffs in the wrongful death action.
my dogs were accused of a fatal dog vs dog attack. the 'witness' gave false statements to the officer which resulted in animal control 2 days later coming to my home, taking my dogs and forcing euthanasia. they had no paperwork, no warrant, no evidence. AC would not accompany me to talk... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2020
more info needed.
it sounds like your case is a mess.
you can always sue anyone for anything.
the question is will you recover and HOW MUCH?
you probably will not find a lawyer to accept the case on a contingency.
IF so you will have to pay on an hourly... View More
And i if letting him go go causes death or harm she the log there for me to response when knowing that this person was a runner in the first place
He had 3 daughters under 18 and was married. My mom sued the company he worked for but never went after any manufacturers. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
answered on Jan 4, 2020
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answered on Nov 11, 2019
In a wrongful death suit, all people who are allowed to bring the claim must be made parties to the lawsuit, so the case can take care of all possible claims. If a party who qualifies does not want to be a plaintiff, they must be named as a nominal defendant. If you would rather be a plaintiff,... View More
My husband was killed in a defective car 18 years ago. The case turned into an MDL due to the number of people injured. Now that company is saying our portion of the settlement HAS to be put through probate even though there are only two of us ( his son and wife) that are eligilble to collect any... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2019
Please refer to my article at: https://www.sweeneyprobatelaw.com/Articles/Understanding-Wrongful-Death-And-Survival-Actions.shtml
Wrongful death and DUI. Grandma was guardian of children but she was in trouble by the law at the time and they refused to give her the money. Children just learned of the lawsuit and want to know if it can be recovered since they are innocent of grandma criminal activity
answered on Aug 17, 2019
1. The children recover the money, not the guardian, so the Grandmother's criminal history would not be relevant. Any money is placed either in a blocked account (not accessible until the children turn 18), or is deposited into an annuity that pays out specified sums on a specified timetable.... View More
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