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Attorneys was affiliated with the credit union that most of the whirlpool corporation employees banked with my father never received his indemnity pay he was unable to ever return to work but has since passed and we are probating his estate can I ad the credit union and the attorney as creditors... View More 
One of his attorneys was a board member of the credit union that my father belonged to he worked for whirlpool corporation and at the time of the automobile accident he was a member of the credit union and he never received his indemnity pay we are in the process of probating the estate and since... View More
I was rear-ended while driving, and my former attorney represented both me (the driver) and a passenger. I repeatedly raised concerns about the passenger’s fraudulent claims, but my attorney ignored them and continued representing her, creating a significant conflict of interest and a breakdown... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear about your accident and your attorney's behavior. I share your concerns, as you laid them out.
The Washington State Bar Association is very good about helping clients resolve problems with their attorneys. They offer at least two types of help - one is... View More
I'm fighting a case for 5th degree, I requested a speedy trial, day of speedy trial, DA amended charges to a 3rd degree, which my p.d. request that we withdrawn speedy request so we would be able to have the evidence (drugs) tested due to DA amending the charge at last minute. So we... View More
answered on Jan 21, 2025
It should be possible to get a lab to retest a substance the state claims to be illegal drugs, either at the same lab or a different one. The Defendant might be required to pay for that, unless a judge were to order otherwise. Retesting would take time to complete, either way. The defense... View More
& the qme doctor first report was also in May but I'm still waiting for a second report wich still don't include all my body parts. Let me also mention this qme doctor studied at the same place I had my injury and has a office across from my employer. Are there any attorneys whi will... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
I understand your frustration with the workers' compensation situation, especially since your benefits were stopped and you're dealing with potential conflicts of interest regarding the QME doctor.
Many attorneys are willing to take over workers' compensation cases that have... View More
answered on Jan 21, 2025
What evidence against you? Tested for what? Your question is vague.
lawsuit went to private mediation not court ordered. Case dismissed after mediation, insurance resolve the lawsuit, by an agreement to reopen claim, pay the remainder of the 24m Regular Occupation ,proceed with an investigation for disabled from Any Occupation, as defined by insurance Policy. Case... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
Based on ERISA law, a true remand typically requires a court order sending the case back for further administrative review. In your situation, since the resolution came through private mediation rather than a court order, this would not technically qualify as a remand under standard ERISA... View More
Case 6:24-cv-6151 on pacer.
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
Finding the right lawyer for your case involves several thoughtful steps to ensure you get effective representation. Start by seeking recommendations from trusted friends, family members, or other professionals who may have dealt with similar legal situations - their personal experiences can... View More
Me And my wife separated in october. I decided to stay at my parents because it was easier on our daughter. We rented from her parents and I had most of my possessions at the house still. They decided to either throw everything away and her father kept my tools and other things. Is this legal? I... View More
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answered on Jan 20, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're facing. Understanding your rights in this situation is essential to addressing the loss of your possessions and any potential legal remedies.
In New York, separation does not dissolve the marital relationship. While you and your wife... View More
Which statute/rule specifically defines that in pro per plaintiff is required to provide instructions to licensed process server what proof of service form must be served and how it has to be filled out?
answered on Jan 19, 2025
There is no statute/rule that specifically defines that in pro per plaintiff is required to provide instructions to licensed process server what proof of service form must be served and how it has to be filled out.
We believe that the current hospital my mom is in has misdiagnosed and or given the wrong treatment, the treatment they gave my mom is
know for causing necrosis to the patient's limbs, the doctors that were over her care did not tell my dad nor explained the treatment to him, we... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2025
That sounds terrible, and I would love to help you, but I'm a California lawyer and not admitted to practice law in Florida. You need a lawyer who is admitted to the practice of law in your state. I only know one lawyer who may have practiced in your state, but his practice is limited to... View More
"If we file a lawsuit on your behalf, and we are successful in
obtaining benefits for you, our attorneys’ fees will be charged as : If the plan or insurance company unilaterally reinstates your benefits,
or your benefits are ordered reinstated by the Court following trial or... View More
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answered on Jan 17, 2025
Based on the information provided, this appears to be a complex ERISA benefits case involving attorney compensation. The key issue revolves around the contingency fee agreement's terms regarding future benefit payments after contract termination.
In ERISA cases, attorneys typically... View More
Wouldn't it be a fault of a legally sophisticated party that informal intents were not formalized and filed with court?
Is it demonstrated intent to deceive that consequently occurred?
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answered on Jan 17, 2025
In California law, both parties generally share responsibility for formalizing informal agreements, regardless of their legal sophistication. However, courts often scrutinize situations where a more knowledgeable party may have taken advantage of someone with less legal experience.
The... View More
Should attachment #4b to APP-003 be filed with court as separate document or scanned together with APP-003 and POS?
Is stamping "Received" required for Attachment ?
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answered on Jan 17, 2025
When filing the APP-003 Notice Designating Record on Appeal in California courts, you should scan and file Attachment 4b together with the main APP-003 form and Proof of Service as one complete document. This creates a cohesive filing package that helps court clerks process your documents... View More
ERSIA case, self appealed, denied. Hired attorney for litigation. Private mediation -not court ordered-attended in isolation. After mediation, attorney missinformed outcome: denial beyond 24 month he'll appeal the rest. But mediation settled to reinstate claim give benfits for 24 month &... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2025
Your question can only be answered by review of your attorney-client fee agreement. Review what is says. Good luck to you.
February 2022 mom got rushed to hospital had cancer was hospice but told them to do everything they can so she can go back home.They put her on a floor where she wasn’t getting any treatment and nurses rarely checked on her.Got into it with a nurse who was very rude and obnoxious when I asked why... View More
He also told her I admitted guilt which I did not then told her I had a personality disorder of course when we went up for my turn to see the judge I requested to fire my attorney I proceeded to tell him why because he asked… the judge then told me to be quiet what should I do
answered on Jan 17, 2025
You need to hire a private criminal defense attorney. The attorney you hire will be able to replace your appointed attorney. There may be some damage done to your case by the original counsel, but that’s something for the new lawyer you retain to deal with as appropriate.
His exact words were she is a liar she has personality disorder which they both thought was funny then said admitted guilt which I never did of course as soon as I got called up I asked the judge to remove him as my council when asked why I explained how none of my emails were answered how I was... View More
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