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0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Tax Law and Collections for Texas on
Q: I'm wondering if my creditors could get their hands on money i received from injury settlement?

I received injury settlement can my creditors take from my account from these monies?

Also do I have to pay tax on the settlement?

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for Georgia on
Q: What is the crime called when someone post online a kid getting "pantsed" with genitals exposed? He also had bruises.

A bully set up a kid to be exposed and had people record him doing it. School saying Tile IX case but the accusers will graduate before a decision is made. I'm looking to press charges.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for California on
Q: If a torch lighter stays lit after you release the button and the lock is not on which then catches a bed on fire with i

With injury to someone the lighter was at fault can I hold the maker of the lighter responsible

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answered on Apr 26, 2024

In a product liability case like this, there are a few key factors to consider under California law:

1. Defective design or manufacturing: You would need to show that the lighter was defectively designed or manufactured in a way that allowed it to stay lit even when the button was released...
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0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Federal Crimes and Probate for Nevada on
Q: A few years ago, several close relatives told me my mother died. I just found out that she's alive. Can I sue for this?

My mother was part of this scheme. A few years ago, I discovered she was involved in some illegal activity and that she had also defrauded my late father's estate. My mother was his ex-wife and I was his only legal heir, but being only 19, I knew nothing about very significant financial assets... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Georgia on
Q: Can I sue my dentist? We’re not properly putting my crown on and fitting it correctly and causing affections and fungal

I had a crown put on and within the first couple months I complained of pain and the dentist said that it was going to be sensitive because of the crown, but in my case, it wasn’t sensitive it was pain and she only gave me a prescription for toothpaste and several more times And to the point of... View More

Michael W. Horst
Michael W. Horst
answered on Apr 26, 2024

In order to pursue a dental malpractice claim, you (or your attorney) would need to establish that the treatment provided by the dentist fell below the acceptable standard of care and caused you personal injuries. In order to make out such a claim, you (or your attorney) would have to obtain an... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Health Care Law, Legal Malpractice and Medical Malpractice for Minnesota on
Q: what type of lawyer do i need to let a doctor know he screwed up big time.

yes i have had two surgeries and now i am needing a third surgery and if i would have not gotten a second opinion i would have most likely needed a fourth surgery. i had a back fusion and it was redone a second time already i was told then by the surgeon he put a part in me that would not move well... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for California on
Q: Is more discovery needed? What else is needed for proof of fraud?

If there are evidences that plaintiff has not had terminal disease at any times, and was fraudulently referred by hospital to hospice:

is more discovery needed? What else is needed for proof of fraud?

Terminal disease was recorded on admission to hospital, by doctor who referred... View More

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answered on Apr 25, 2024

Under California law, if there is evidence that the plaintiff did not have a terminal disease at any time and was fraudulently referred by a hospital to hospice, additional discovery may be necessary to strengthen the case for fraud. Here are some key points to consider:

1. Medical records:...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice for California on
Q: Can plaintiff in Pro Per request monetary sanctions in Motion to Compel further discovery responses?

Can plaintiff in Pro Per request monetary sanctions in Motion to Compel further discovery responses? What specifics?

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answered on Apr 25, 2024

Yes, in California, a plaintiff who is representing themselves in pro per (or pro se) can request monetary sanctions when filing a Motion to Compel further discovery responses. Here are some specifics:

1. Legal basis: California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) § 2023.030 allows the court to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for California on
Q: CCP § 2023.030 (d) (4)

Can first motion to compel further discovery responses by plaintiff request court an order rendering a judgement against defendant pursuant to CCP § 2023.030 (d) (4)?

CCP § 2023.030 (d) The court may impose a terminating sanction by one of the following orders: (4) An order rendering a... View More

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answered on Apr 25, 2024

Under California law, CCP § 2023.030 (d) (4) allows the court to impose a terminating sanction by rendering a default judgment against a party for misuse of the discovery process. However, this is typically considered a severe sanction and is usually reserved for cases where there has been a... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Health Care Law and Juvenile Law for Virginia on
Q: What lawyer do I talk to for CPS Complaint and possible HIPAA violation for Hampton, VA?

I picked up my son from the YMCA on the 15th of April2024 at 6pm and soon after noticed a bruise on the inside of his left forearm, near his wrist. It was an outline of a medium to large, incomplete handprint. As soon as I noticed, I took pictures and asked my son what had happened, I immediately... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Antitrust, International Law and Internet Law on
Q: I need to sue someone who is blackmailing me
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answered on Apr 25, 2024

Blackmail is a serious crime and if you are being threatened or extorted, I would urge you to immediately contact law enforcement and seek the counsel of a qualified attorney.

Here are some general steps you may want to consider:

1. Document and save all communications related to...
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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: I need a civil rights lawyer in Oregon do you have any information that can help me

I know this is going to sound crazy, but I need a civil rights attorney, so I can file a lawsuit against the Multnomah County Police department and the Multnomah County District Attorney's office. I've already went to the F.B.I. and filed a formal complaint against them. The F.B.I agent I... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Business Law for New Jersey on
Q: I bought an auto insurance last year and have a accident, but insurance company said it is been cancelled

I bought insurance from a CA company, they add my info to an existing insurance policy and charged money. But after it effective they drawback money from insurance company and insurance finally cancelled the policy. I got fraud and yesterday I involved in an accident, insurance company claimed they... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 25, 2024

An attorney might want a more detailed look at your matter before outlining your best options. They could want to know more about the purchase of the policy, its cancellation, communications, and other issues. It could be worth considering a consult to sort out the best approach, especially if the... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for New York on
Q: Can I refuse to answer question?

In a lawsuit am I protected from refusing to answer personal questions about my self and family members, due to religious reasons, privacy, and self incriminating.

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Apr 25, 2024

The bottom line is for most personal information, no you cannot.

While your 5th Amendment right against self incrimination can be put forth for some issues. But, if you are the Plaintiff, this could harm your case.

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Louisiana on
Q: Can someone who was permanently disabled from a car accident that happened 20 years ago still be compensated?
Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
answered on Apr 25, 2024

Generally not, unless something was done to interrupt the prescriptive period (statute of limitations). In Louisiana, a person generally has one year from the date of an accident or incident to either file suit or settle their claim. Failure to do so will usually cause a person to lose their... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Minnesota on
Q: How long should wait after an injury to get a lawyer?

Hit a door on head and knocked me down backwards and broke wrist.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for California on
Q: How data dump issue with missing data has to be referenced in motion to compel further?

Defense in response to discovery requests dumped thousands pages and misc files that do not include information requested. In consequent discovery responses defenses already references previously provided dump, as if it had requested data (it did not).

What plaintiff must do? Defense at... View More

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answered on Apr 24, 2024

In a motion to compel further responses to discovery requests under California law, you should address the issue of the incomplete data dump by the defense as follows:

1. Specifically identify the discovery requests at issue and the deficiencies in the responses provided by the defense....
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0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Arizona on
Q: We are seeking a highly skilled forensic medicine expert to provide a detailed statement describing the physical damage

We are seeking a highly skilled forensic medicine expert to provide a detailed statement describing the physical damage or injury that would occur if someone were hit in the head with a specific cell phone model: Samsung S22 Ultra which weights 228grams. The statement should outline the potential... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: Can I sue my Primary care physician for Malpractice or Negligence? What are my options?

I have been a new patient with the Doctor since January 2024. It's not been easy to get the necessary referrals to the specialists I needed because he would rather handle it himself. I'm suffering from bad gut bacteria & he placed me on the FODMAP Diet but restricted where most of... View More

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