i was injured due to this incident so what do i do an how much am i entitled too because i also peed on myself when i was assualted an he went to jail. but the hotel is responsible it would have never happened if they woldnt have giving him a key to myy room
No dr or nurse ever said baby tested positive only a dss worker. Dss has taken children and the found lab results are at a time when mother and baby aren't even at hospital yet. Results are another newborns. Hired law firm has disregarded found evidence and children have been pushed through to... View More

answered on Aug 27, 2023
This could be a case. If the proper, convincing evidence can be shown, it may be worth pursuing. Consult with experienced attorneys in the state where this occurred.

answered on Aug 20, 2023
Well, first off, anyone could sue for anything. The actual question is whether you will be successful. In my opinion, you would not be successful. In order to be successful you have to prove that the party against whom you are making a claim was negligent. First of all, you dropped the sauce on... View More
My original CAT scan showed my appendix was still intact. I waited between 8-12 hours for my surgery to take place even though they knew I was having pain for 3 days previously & there was a chance my appendix could perforate. It did & I had a bad gangrenous infection & had to stay in... View More

answered on Aug 9, 2023
Yes it is possible this is malpractice. Another doctor would need to review the records and determine if the health care providers breached the standard of care in the delay and if that delay caused your damages. Additionally, the nature and extent of your harm will determine the viability of a... View More
I had surgery on my thumb CMC joint on February 22, 2023. My surgery in the joint went well. However they placed me in a cast for a month after my surgery. I emailed my doctor twice that my cast was too tight and my fingers were swollen and I was in constant pain. The doctor had me go for a cast... View More

answered on Aug 8, 2023
You may have a valid medical malpractice case. Another doctor would need to evaluate what was done to see if the doctors acted below the standard of care and if their malpractice is what caused your damage. Consult with an experienced medical malpractice attorney in the state where this occurred.
Employment agreement

answered on Aug 7, 2023
Your employment contract can limit your liability but likely cannot completely eliminate it. You can likely eliminate liability caused by the actions of the employee but not by other employees, yourself, or certain accidents.
Pedestrian on sidewalk was hit by a car that jumped the curb. Her lawyer said in NC (Henderson County) one could only sue up to the limit of one's home insurance if one owns a home. Is this true?

answered on Aug 13, 2023
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's generally governed by the limits on the auto policy. I think that what the attorney is talking about is larger umbrella policies with excess policy limits. Good luck
Are my rights, it is horrific and I have to go to plastic surgery because of it.

answered on Jul 25, 2023
Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did.
Due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, the extent of your injuries may affect the viability of your case.... View More
In cataract surgery one remains awake but is heavily sedated. I was told take this would be done, but they never sedated me. They wrapped both arms (including my IV access) and restrained me. I exclaimed more than once that I had not been sedated, Still, they drilled into my eye causing severe... View More

answered on Jul 21, 2023
First, I am so sorry to hear about this experience.
Yes, you might have a viable claim against the doctor or medical practice. You could search the directory and reach out to attorneys about evaluating and handling your case. (This page is only for Q&A's, not for connecting with... View More
he settled with WC and now has just won his first part of the lawsuit and now has the 2nd part going. Lawyer is holding first check because they said that NC law says they can't pay him out until 2nd part is settled, we were not aware of this upfront, and we were not aware that he would be... View More

answered on Jul 19, 2023
The reason is that in the lawsuit you are obtaining compensation for the same things that are being paid by work-comp so that work-comp should be repaid. It is possible there may be exceptions and potential to negotiate how much they need to pay based on strength of liability, limitation of... View More
Four sore when I was released from hospital need compensation for pain and suffering

answered on Jul 7, 2023
There are many aspects to a medical malpractice case attorneys evaluate. Medical malpractice cases are challenging and exceptionally time consuming. Not all valid cases can go forward.
There have been many cases where an injured person’s case was rejected by many attorneys but was,... View More
My landlord does not restrict breeds of dogs. They do require pet owners to fill out a pet profile and the dog goes through 'screening' to ensure it is safe. But I was still bitten by a pitbull in the complex. Can I sue my landlord for allowing an aggressive breed in the community even... View More

answered on Jun 22, 2023
Probably not, and pitbulls aren't considered to be an unusually aggressive breed toward humans.

answered on Jun 10, 2023
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It's difficult to offer guidance on such a question in a few quick lines. But for starters, you could go online and research attorneys. You could call them on the phone and speak with them. Most personal... View More
Can I sue for this?

answered on May 3, 2023
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Many law firms would be reluctant to handle such an injury case on a contingency basis. Due to the costs of litigation, most firms seek out cases with more clear-cut damages. Good luck
Neighbors dog got loose attacked my dog while I was walking him at the edge of my yard and caused me to fall and break my leg in two places. In NC is my neighbor liable for my medical bills & lost wages?

answered on Apr 10, 2023
In North Carolina, the owner of a dog that injures a person could be liable for the injured party's "damages," such as medical bills. However, there are several types of law that could be at play, and each one is a bit different. For example, the general rule under North Carolina... View More
I told them no, as did my husband. They breached patient autonomy and did not turn off the medication when I asked. I was badgered constantly from nurses and doctors. This happened in North Carolina.

answered on Apr 4, 2023
If you believe that a hospital performed a medical procedure without your consent or against your wishes, you may have grounds for a medical malpractice lawsuit. I'd be very interested in what the medical records say about what happened.
In a medical malpractice case, you would... View More
Hello there, so in February 2023 I had a miscarriage which started at my obgyns office-fast forward to now, I never received a follow up call/message/care and made an appointment for 3/28/23 when I went in to discuss post partum depression and to ask the Dr to fill out some hr paperwork and... View More

answered on Apr 2, 2023
In many cases, an ObGyn must refer a patient to a mental health practitioner who is trained and authorized to diagnose or treat postpartum. You would need to consult with an attorney who can assess whether your ObGyn did anything wrong and, if so, what you might be able to do.
As for... View More
Can I bring a suit against a gas station for the pump not automatically turning off when the tank was full? My wife was pumping gas and the pump didn't turn off when the tank was full. She was sitting in the car when she noticed the gas spewing out of the side. When she went to remove the... View More

answered on Feb 2, 2023
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I hope your wife is okay. It sounds like it could be a difficult case because there's a possibility it could involve costly engineering examination and testing of the release mechanism in the nozzle,... View More
She split my ear in half. It was all recorded on a ring door bell but they erased it. Can u recover the video

answered on Jan 6, 2023
These are very specific questions, but there’s no background to describe exactly what happened and to whom. You should contact a defense attorney, who can hear the story and give you advice. Most offer free consultations over the phone.
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