That information isn't generally available to the public, in part because so many cases are handled through CONFIDENTIAL settlement.

Also, in a personal injury case, a plaintiff has the burden of proving what they are entitled to recover. The end result of a case is based on the facts... View More

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Probably not, and pitbulls aren't considered to be an unusually aggressive breed toward humans.

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

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

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

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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

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.

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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

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.

It is understandable that you would be upset if you were not allowed to attend your brother's funeral. If you wish to file a grievance against the deputies, you may be able to do so through their employer, the sheriff's department. You can try contacting the department to find out more... View More