answered on Aug 6, 2022
If you're asking as a plaintiff who has previously filed a case, either individually or as part of a class, the most reliable way would be to contact the law firm representing you and ask for the disposition of the case. If you're asking how do you find out if you have the grounds to... Read more »
I contacted the law firm that I heard filed the claim on behalf of the woman. However, I notice the person is very pushy. Gave me a dead line to sign his retainer form. I have not because I want to see my option. Do I have option’s to individual file and if so is it better to do it that way. Will... Read more »
I visited property on Saturday, a ragtag group of laborers ripping insulation out of the 6 floor space. Immediately getting off the elevator a bag of insulation landed at opening to elevator. There was a shop vac exhausting into the area around elevator. Air was thick with dust whatever else.... Read more »
I am desperately trying to find a medical malpractice attorney in NY to no avail. Everyone keeps telling me to try the New York State Bar Association. Isn't that a paid subscription site? I tried to go on it but I couldn't navigate it correctly. It doesn't help that I'm... Read more »
answered on Jun 16, 2022
I'm sorry for the frustration you are experiencing in trying to find an attorney. You are correct, the NYSBA could have fees associated with consults. Their website mentions fees, and the details of those arrangements are something to be discussed with them or their attorneys. But as a general... Read more »
I'm severely disabled.Im almost blind,can't speak, can't move my muscles,haven't brushed my teeth nor taken a shower since a surgery almost 3 years ago.Bedridden,can't feed myself and now its getting harder to breathe.If I go to the emergency room in Bellevue hospital, a... Read more »
answered on Jun 14, 2022
If you are in need of emergency, i.e. life saving, medical treatment, an emergency room is required by law to treat you. It is not, however, required to treat you for chronic, non-life threatening medical conditions. Here's something I found online which you might find useful,... Read more »
My lawyer informed me that the reason my lawsuit has been dragged out for so long is due to an awol defendant. It was a car accident that was his fault and caused me to have cervical fusion surgery . It has been 6 yrs and the defendant has not complied with anything and has completely vanished.
answered on Jun 13, 2022
That isn't a great answer. These days there are investigators that can find most people. If he can't be served, he can ask the Court for an order permitting service by publication or some other means. If he was served and he disappeared, you can just move for summary judgment based upon... Read more »
I live in New York, and was driving to work today when a lady that claimed I cut her off rammed into the back of my car (I have front and rear dash cams). It was severe enough to require my car to be towed. She had 2 young children in her Range Rover when she did this. She was admitting that it... Read more »
answered on Jun 9, 2022
I'm sorry this happened to you. I hope you are okay. In terms of the civil portion of your question, you could discuss this with a personal injury attorney. It could be premature to make a determination as to the extent of injuries until you are seen by medical professionals. An attorney could... Read more »
The attorney I had keep telling me he was trying to settle my case but I believe he did nothing. There was never a update on my case. The said attorney has been suspended in 2020 and has been still acting as my attorney. He told me he was retiring and a friend of his will take over the case and... Read more »
answered on May 20, 2022
Well first of all, go on the court website and make sure that your case is marked ‘active’ and not ‘disposed’ which would be a problem. If it’s ‘disposed’ it means the case is closed and then someone would have to contact the court to get it re-opened. Unless of course, there was a... Read more »
I am the guardian of an incapacitated person (my father). The lawyer assigned to this case chose to not communicate at all. The incapacitated person will no longer benefit from this lawsuit as his present physical and mental condition have worsened and will only get worse as time goes on until he... Read more »
answered on Jun 1, 2022
As the guardian of the incapacitated person / plaintiff, you certainly have the right to discontinue the case, regardless of whether it's meritorious. Of course, this will mean that your father's attorneys will not get compensated for any of the work they put into the case (and will... Read more »
I want to identify a defendant via order to show cause with an affidavit of support. Do I need a petition? If so, do I need to buy an index number? Can use the same index number in a lawsuit after the order to show in the same matter? Or do I have to buy a new index number?
answered on Apr 28, 2022
Yes, you will need to file a petition (for which you will need to purchase an index number) and move by Order to Show Cause for pre-action discovery (which can only be used to identify a defendant - not to find out if you actually have a viable case). You CANNOT use the same index number in the... Read more »
I did keep a journal of all his activities there. I also had the judge comment on why when there were incidents did the cameras not work??? True story
answered on Apr 22, 2022
I'm very sorry this happened to your son. The facts presented here are brief, and a more complete investigation could shed light on issues such as the cameras. In terms of consulting with an attorney, if you plan to do so, it would be best to act IMMEDIATELY.
Your post does not give... Read more »
A lawsuit in New York Supreme Court. The judge rules to send the lawsuit into arbitration. After three years the arbitrator's rule on what each individual will receive. One of the individuals in a lawsuit is not happy with what he is going to receive. Does that individual have any rights to... Read more »
answered on Apr 22, 2022
This is something best answered by the attorney, with the benefit of having the file, arbitration decision and its terms, and any accompanying agreements. As far as the attorney's role, they apply their zealous efforts in presenting relevant evidence, well-formulated arguments, and complying... Read more »
I have a case that's been going on since 1991 against the city of NY. I don't believe my attorney is handling it accordingly. He refuses to send me
my case file. There hasn't been any progress on my case and keeps trying to assure me everything's OK. He's sent me... Read more »
answered on Apr 20, 2022
Sorry to hear your attorney is refusing to turn over your file. You have an absolute right to get a copy of it.
HIPAA does NOT prevent your attorney from mailing you a copy of your own file; HIPAA governs the disclosure of protected / confidential medical information to unauthorized third... Read more »
answered on Apr 18, 2022
Yes, it can. You have a written contact with your insurance company which probably contains a right to reimbursement. This basically means that if another party causes you injury for which you receive a settlement, you are required to use the settlement proceeds to pay back your insurance company... Read more »
I live in Brooklyn NY I want to sue my psycho-therapist and her supervisor, they discontinued my care, without just cause I filed a complaint with Patients Relation and received a letter of apology stating the determination of my care was wrong and should not have happened. I have since suffered... Read more »
answered on Apr 4, 2022
I'm sorry for your ordeal. Unfortunately, it would be difficult to get an attorney referral on this site - the format here is more question & answer. There are legal sites set up as attorney referral services. The closest thing on this site might be the tab above, Find-a-Lawyer. You could... Read more »
Ex) a student injures a member of the public by engaging in reckless behavior
answered on Apr 4, 2022
These are generally fact-intensive settings, and they can be complex. A central issue will often be whether there was a lack of supervision or negligent supervision on the part of the school (or possibly other entities, depending on the setting). An experienced attorney who had the chance to review... Read more »
What can be done so she can get proper treatment
answered on Mar 31, 2022
Sorry to hear what happened to your fiancé's daughter. As my colleague correctly advised, best for your fiancé to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer. He can find many excellent personal injury lawyers using the Find a Lawyer tab on the JUSTIA homepage. Keep in mind that the... Read more »
My 23 year old daughter sought care in ER for asthma attack. After flippantly saying she would "rather kill herself than be admitted overnight", she was immediately put on an involuntary hold without consideration of context and relevant mental health history. Within minutes she was... Read more »
answered on Mar 28, 2022
I'm sorry for your daughter's and your family's ordeal here. There is New York State Mental Health Hygiene Law section 9.27(a), which involves involuntary admission on medical certification. These are generally fact-intensive settings that require detailed investigation. You could... Read more »
I am wondering what I should expect to be included in a settlement offer, and how a settlement amount is typically calculated. Also, should I expect my lawyer to discuss the details of my case expenses and damages with me before negotiations begin. Lastly, should my lawyer help advise me on how... Read more »
answered on Mar 14, 2022
The settlement is based on pain and suffering, permanence of injuries/disabilities, severity of injuries, impact on life, lost wages, medical expenses, and other factors. On complex cases involving very serious injuries, there can be future expenses, as you mention. On minor soft-tissue injuries... Read more »
I was involved in a car accident on October 2020. I did not hire an attorney because the insurance company said they would take full responsibility, the report said we were both at fault even though the driver cut me off on the opposite side and hit my driver side, I was injured. Upon taking days... Read more »
answered on Mar 1, 2022
Unfortunately, you are 1 1/2 years late for getting the assistance you need if you are in NY. You really needed an attorney at the outset. I can only comment on New York Law, so if this is another state this response might not apply. In NY, you would not use your primary health insurance for... Read more »
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