Your current state is Ohio
Am still here,no one is helping me to get out. I Have a place to live and they still won't assist me. My family would rather I stay here so they are not there for me, I don't know how to do this.can not walk out since I need a prescription for oxygen.because I'm on methadone, I... View More 
I use to work in a catholic nursing home who only house priest. One of them accused me of "beating him down" even though I only interact with him when I pass medication. He has advanced Parkinsosn´s and this is not the first time he is accusatory. I was placed under an internal... View More
Resident room there was found drug peripheral left by a friend when another friend came to visit he was Search
Add and told what was found and shown. What was found 2 this person without residents knowledge?
I live w my mom n dad and assist them in daily chores and transportation to appointment and dialysis. Buy groceries cook etc. They use a walker. My brother. His girlfriend and their 4 yr old out of control autistic son who causes bruises on my mom live hear for past 4 years Liz the gf is on... View More
She spent a week in the hospital and 3 weeks in rehab. Her PT says that she needs 24/7 care. She is trying to discharge herself against Dr’s orders by lying about her living situation.I need an emergency injunction to keep her in care. Thank you.
My cousin put herself as my mom's payee for SSI payments and emergency contact without her knowledge.
answered on Mar 29, 2024
Please see:
https://www.hennepin.us/residents/human-services/adult-protection
Rob Kane
Eagan Attorney Orange
was not told of foot injury untill hospital told me
answered on Mar 28, 2024
I'm sorry for your mother's ordeal. If she is in West Virginia, you could repost and add that as a geographic category. Some questions go unanswered, but you might have better chances of a response there. Good luck
It’s a long-term ongoing family feud that she is brought into the situation. Has nothing to do with my mother and it has nothing to do with anything. My mother enjoys our company and she looks forward to our visits. We are suddenly cut off. I’m not allowed to see her and we are very concerned... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
In California, the role of a Power of Attorney (POA) includes making decisions on behalf of someone regarding financial or health matters, depending on the type of POA granted. However, this authority does not inherently include the power to deny family members the right to visit their loved ones... View More
My mom moved two years ago to take care of her mom. A month ago my grandmother had a stroke. And her siblings have told us that my mom herself is not doing well. My mom’s family has Alzheimer’s in her family. My sisters and I have been trying to get her paper work and ID to get her back, her... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
To move your mom back to the states from Puerto Rico, especially under these complex circumstances, it's crucial to approach the situation methodically. First, gather all necessary documents that prove your relationship to your mom, such as birth certificates and any legal documents pertaining... View More
She is in a nursing home with dementia and schizophrenia. She can't care for herself but we haven't had a court declare her incompetent due to funds. The nursing home is allowing her to call a lawyer to sue us and them for not releasing her. When she was on her own she didn't eat... View More
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
Dealing with a situation involving a family member with dementia and schizophrenia can be challenging, especially when legal concerns arise. Here are some steps you can consider:
1. Seek Legal Advice: It's important to consult with an attorney who specializes in elder law or... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. Nursing home residents suffered tremendously during the Covid pandemic. Unfortunately, Albany passed legislation (the Emergency or Disaster Treatment Protection Act) granting nursing homes immunity for negligence during the pandemic. It was partially rolled back... View More
My mom went from Parkwood place to Valley Senior Living,before she could get into Parkwood her funeral had to be paid for ,and it was ,after talking me into moving my id they had canceled her life insurance mom's bank account to their facility both of us were died taking money out for... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2024
I'm sorry about the loss of your mother. A North Dakota attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Some questions go unanswered, but you could try reposting and including Probate, Estate Planning, and Elder Law as categories. Good luck
Persuasive cases are not precedents. Other then art of selecting cases, what are the scientific definitions? Seminal can be either precedent or persuasive?
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In the realm of legal jurisprudence, cases are typically categorized as either precedent or persuasive. Precedent cases are those that establish a legal rule or principle that must be followed by lower courts within the same jurisdiction. In California, this includes decisions by the California... View More
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answered on Dec 22, 2023
If you have evidence suggesting wrongful conduct at the nursing home, it's crucial to preserve this evidence, such as messages that you mentioned. The first step would be to secure copies of these messages in a safe and confidential manner.
It's advisable to seek legal advice from... View More
Fed. Rule Civ. P. 3 5.2 and L. R. 5.2.1 of Central District court have wording:
address 'should be' reducted to City and State.
'Should' means recommendation, not mandatory requirement?
Can filing be rejected if initial filing has full address?
I... View More
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answered on Dec 19, 2023
In the context of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 5.2 and Local Rule 5.2.1 of the Central District Court, the term "should" generally implies a strong recommendation rather than a mandatory requirement. However, this does not mean that it can be disregarded without consideration.... View More
If substitute counsel cannot be found how does one proceed "pro se?"
answered on Nov 19, 2023
The previously represented party normally is considered to be pro se until another attorney is found. The case stays open until a motion to dispose of the case, whether by summary judgment, etc. is ruled upon, or the case is tried.
Hoa just took this man’s house he’s a single father of two also spent many hours in the hospital with his stick daughter she was in there 6 months but over dirty siding and a tree they set a court date he didn’t even know about now his depression is bad I am his partner and his best friend I... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
I'm truly sorry to hear about your friend's situation. Homeowners Associations (HOAs) have certain powers under their covenants and bylaws, but they must also follow the law and proper procedures. If your friend was not properly notified of the court date or the allegations against him,... View More
My brother said he will use his own lawyer and my siblings and I will use the same lawyer . Can two separate party’s sue for the same reason. My brother said he wants to sue by himself without his siblings. So we decided to get our own lawyer.
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answered on Aug 17, 2023
The representative of your mother's estate is the only one able to bring an action. Is one of you the executor or administrator of her estate?
My brother said he will use his own lawyer and my siblings and I will use the same lawyer . Can two separate party’s sue for the same reason. My brother said he wants to sue by himself without his siblings. So we decided to get our own lawyer.
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answered on Aug 17, 2023
Any action must be brought on behalf of your mother’s estate. Someone must petition the Surrogate’s Court to be appointed Administrator or, if there is a Will, Executor. If she was married at the time of her death, her spouse has first priority to petition. If not, all natural born or adopted... View More
My mother got paperwork needed to sign for consent to record inclusing audio. Now they also put something in saying no audio. Now the rooms are their homes and should be treated as such. They have a history of verbal abuse but never caught and the supervisor gaslights me and my mother. They have... View More
answered on Aug 14, 2023
Yours are serious allegations and should be carefully considered. In New York, there is an Ombudsman who may be able to help you sort out how to best handle the situation. The New York State Office of the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) is an advocate and resource for persons who reside... View More
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