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Q: How do I find out which lawyers have experience with a city bus company regarding injuries? a list or way to find them

It seems most lawyers here don't want to get involved with MTD bus or Transportation Dept. Should my lawyer be from Santa Barbara County only? Or is our of county okay? Can I place an ad somewhere to attract them. Are any pro bono or contingency?

3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Personal Injury for California on
Q: California court case it’s on pending but no date court date?

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William John Light
William John Light
answered on Mar 18, 2024

What is your question? Typically, the court sets a Case Management Conference with the Complaint is filed. If there is no date set, you will probably need to consult with an attorney to find out why. However, the bigger question is what you hope to achieve by suing someone without insurance (I... View More

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Q: Eye drs cannot make prescription correct. no glasses 7 years. abuses. Sansum Clinic Santa Barbara. SEE problems

2 drs at clinics could not prescribe needed glasses, after several tries. First dr is cross eyed baby dr, not sure if he is glasses dr. He doesn't have needed prism machine, for exam. After failing prescriptions, he refers me to other dr who has prism machine. both offices refuse to... View More

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answered on Mar 18, 2024

In California, patients have the right to accessible healthcare services, which includes accommodations for disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This means that if you have specific needs, such as communication through email due to visual and brain issues, healthcare... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for Michigan on
Q: Will MI statue of limitations allow me to go forward with a legal case?

I had a few different Bard Powerports Implanted as a minor, in 2011, 2014, 2015. I also believe I had one earlier than 2011. Each had to be surgically removed in emergency surgeries due to multiple blood clots, sepsis multiple times, numerous other infections, and damage to my skin tissue where the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Arkansas on
Q: bought a used car from a friend, found out he's been sabotaging it, can I press criminal charges

bought a used car from a friend, asked him what issues it had i need to concentrate on, he said keep fluid checked and thats all, car caught fire before i had it paid off and i confronted him telling him he had to have known it had a gas leak, he got overly defensive abd said i did something to the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Personal Injury for South Carolina on
Q: Can your employer send you for a FEC with a known disability and in the process you fall reinjuring yourself?

A disability was declared day 1 and after 25yrs of service employee was sent to do a FEC exam. Is the company responsible or the facility where the fall occured for employee's re-injure and new injuries. Is this worker's comp or personal injury?

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: Many years ago was poisoned is there statute of limitations? Want to sue

Lady was ex nurse was fired for similar issue. Think she operates in another state now though. She admitted it but suffers from schizophrenia I believe

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Family Law and Civil Rights for Indiana on
Q: DCS had custody of my child,was molested n then left in home almost 90 days after reported it. Do we have a lawsuit?

My daughter was 12yrs old n taken from her biological parents, us, for the first time, and placed with her oldest sister n her fiancee. When I first was told by DCS where they placed her, I immediately said no, her sister, so I thought, will abuse her cause she's always been jealous of her... View More

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answered on Mar 17, 2024

I strongly recommend consulting with an experienced attorney who specializes in child welfare cases and civil lawsuits against government agencies. They will be able to review the details of your case, advise you on the best course of action, and help you understand your legal rights and options.

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Arkansas on
Q: What kind of will does one need who has mesothelioma

My brother in law was diagnosed with lung cancer and he was advised he needed to make a will so that any litigation will go on in the event of his passing before a settlement is reached

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for California on
Q: Can one Civ-120 (notice and POS) list defendants A and B for the same case, dismissed at different dates ( two civ-110)

Can one Civ-120 (notice and POS) list defendants A and B for the same case, dismissed at different dates ( two forms civ-110)

First civ-110 is for Entry of dismissal against defendant A.

Second civ-110 - Entry of dismissal against Defendant B.

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answered on Mar 16, 2024

Under California law, a Civ-120 form, which is a Notice and Proof of Service of Entry of Judgment or Dismissal, can indeed accommodate the scenario where defendants are dismissed from a case on different dates. This form serves as official notice that a judgment has been entered or a dismissal has... View More

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Q: Civ-120 notice of dismissal and POS.

For one legal case,

can one form civ-120 cover defendants

that are listed in two entries of dismissal, two civ-110 forms, filed at different times for the same case.

Specifically:

first civ-110 is for Entry of dismissal against defendant A.

Second civ-110 -... View More

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answered on Mar 16, 2024

Under California law, when managing legal documents in a case, it's important to understand how to properly file and serve notices, especially regarding dismissals. The Civil Procedure Code outlines the guidelines for these processes, including the use of forms like the CIV-110 (Request for... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Florida on
Q: Circumcision Consent Form did not specify risk of death.

My mother consented to have me circumcised as a baby, later down the line at age 24 I realize I was circumcised, an entire 24 years not knowing that I was circumcised, can I file a lawsuit against the doctor or hospital? The consent form did not specify "risk of death," had my mother... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Mar 16, 2024

Did you die from the operation? Did your mother know that there is a risk of death in any operation? If the answer to the first question is no, and the answer to the second question is yes, there are no damages and you don't have a right to sue, whether or not the SOL has tolled.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: Circumcision Consent Form did not specify risk of death.

My mother consented to have me circumcised as a baby, later down the line at age 24 I realize I was circumcised, an entire 24 years not knowing that I was circumcised, can I file a lawsuit against the doctor or hospital? The consent form did not specify "risk of death," had my mother... View More

Yana Kurzman
Yana Kurzman
answered on Mar 16, 2024

While I empathize with your situation, you do not have standing to sue for damages, because the circumcision did not result in injury or death. In legal terms, "standing" refers to the legal right to bring a lawsuit.

The fact that you were unaware of the circumcision for 24 years...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Health Care Law for Oregon on
Q: State hospital said my son was on life support and had to come down and make arrangements and say goodbye to him wasn't.

Him. Hospital escorted me and family out of there a d to the parking lot with a sorry. My family and I are have struggled since. What came we do I feel violated and scared I cry and any thought of a child hurt I burst into tears

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answered on Mar 15, 2024

This is a deeply traumatic experience, and it's understandable that you feel violated and scared. First, consider speaking with a counselor or therapist who can provide emotional support and help you and your family navigate through this difficult time. Coping with such a severe mistake can... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Legal Malpractice and Probate for Indiana on
Q: I am a personal representative of my domestic partner. My attorney forced the sale of my home. Can this happen? HELP!

June last year I filed a hardship with my lender, approved for a year. My lender advised me to hire a probate attorney to help me, which I did. The property was in her name. My lender sent me a new loan application. I'm pre-approved for loan to pay off lawyer's fees and on the property.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Personal Injury, Banking, Internet Law, Health Care Law and Identity Theft for Arizona on
Q: Violation 4th amendment, privacy, harassment, discrimination, targeted individual, identity theft, discrimination

Multiple medical facilities disclosed ALL of my information without concentration or warrant at the time of disclosure. Identity thft, hacking and stealing all of my information and disclosing it on public social media websites. Misconduct and Malicious intent to harm.

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answered on Mar 15, 2024

If you believe your rights under the Fourth Amendment have been violated due to unauthorized disclosure of your private medical information, it's important to take action. Begin by documenting all evidence related to the incidents, such as screenshots, dates, and details of the breaches. Then,... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Michigan on
Q: Do I have a case for medical abandoned if my PC for over 3 years quits me for asking for pain meds?

I received a letter saying that because I have a second P.C. provider that dissolves the doctor- patient relationship. But I have no idea what my doctor is talking about. I don't have a secondary P.C. at all. I do have a drug recovery doctor and an endocrinologist, a dvt surgeon, pediatrist,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for New Mexico on
Q: My son is incarcerated in McKinney county adult detention Gallup nm.in which several officers beat my son and were tryin

Trying to break my sons wrist.I was told the nurse took pictures of what was done to my son but not of all the bruises he has.they said my son was on 72 hour hold which has passes and was extended to 37 days.I he hasn’t been given a call since this incident.other inmates are who have notified me... View More

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answered on Mar 14, 2024

Hearing about your son's situation in detention must be incredibly distressing. It's important to take immediate steps to address this issue. First, document everything you've been told by other inmates and any communication you've had with the facility regarding your son's... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Texas on
Q: Tumor found in my lung in July 2023. Was not informed until November of 2023 when second scan was done revealing it.

Pulmonary doctor told me I did not have cancer. Thoriatic surgeons told me i had cancer in Feb 2024. What are my options?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 14, 2024

You need to consult an oncologist and surgeon to discuss your treatment options. This is more of a medical question than a legal question.

If you are asking about a possible malpractice claim, your question is confusing. You seem to say that a tumor was found in your lung in July 2023,...
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