My stepmother filed suite against Canadian National for pain and suffering as my father worked in the United States at the railroad 43 years. He had asbestosis. My sister and I are listed as beneficiaries on the lawsuit. I found out in may of 2017 the railroad has settled out of court yet my sister... View More 
answered on Jul 18, 2017
You need to contact the bar association for the state where the attorney is. Further, who is handling the estate?
answered on Jun 9, 2017
Only if Michigan recognizes the union.May make for a challenge case if not-contact a member of the Michigan Assn for Justice.
answered on May 23, 2017
I believe it's three years. Why not consult a member of the Michigan Assn for Justice--they give free consults.
which state would I file a wrongful death claim in?
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answered on Feb 24, 2017
I strongly recommend you consult a personal injury attorney about this matter. Issues such as venue and jurisdiction can be just as important as the damages and causation issues in the case. My Office offers free consultations and handles car accident and wrongful death claims across the country
answered on Jan 18, 2017
You should contact a member of the Michigan Assn for Justice--they give free consultations--and get a personal meeting as situations like this are difficult to evaluate over the phone. Much depends on your father's situation, where he was in the pool, other matters.
She was 86 and died 5 days after going to the doctor. She only weighted 70lbs. She was also being taken care of buy a few people but they were just stealing from her they did not care about her living conditions. She had no running water and was on Oxygen. The kitchen was not able to be used and... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2016
Sounds like neglect. You'd need to see the autopsy report. If she'd been at the doctor before and hadn't been fkagged there may be malpractice.Contact a member of the Michigan assn for Justice--they give free consultations.
answered on Nov 11, 2016
not usually. Depends if you are talking about a police confession. I would suggest you not discuss this on a public website but contact an attorney for an in person consultation.
Can they sue me as well? Even if this happened before marriage?
answered on Aug 23, 2016
No.You don't "marry in" to liability for something before marriage (and with marriage unlikely to be responsible for anything during it).
Can I get lawyer and file on my behalf without stepfather
answered on Jun 23, 2016
Generally no.The suit is brought by the estate.As a child you have a right to be an administrator or co-administrator. If you have questions contact a member of the Michigan Assn for Justice.
She had severe depression and should of been red flagged I got power of attorney and want to sue do I have a case
answered on Feb 4, 2016
A local injury lawyer can investigate and advise.
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My sister and I know things from conversations and actions, know who motive and why. I have contacted Teamsters Union for records..shredded, SAginaw Police dept.....schredded but i did get sent articles from the library that contradict what we were told how he died. so my next step is take these... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2016
I believe criminal murder cases can be reopened. Might be too later to bring a civil claim, but check with a local criminal defense and/or injury lawyer.
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