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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home Abuse for Indiana on
Q: I have a comprised win win claim which my attorney failed to file in timely manner to protect my statues I filed a tort

Yes he lead me belief he had filed the claim then went to court on me got the case dismissed with prejudice me not knowing what he was talking about nor pursuing.afterbi sent a electronical letter stating I was waiting for a medical reviewer to accept my litigation for review. To file the claim... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Discrimination, Health Care Law and Nursing Home Abuse for Nebraska on
Q: I reported misuse of resident funds, They are being investigated for fraud. I am blamed. I want to leave.

I am working with the attorney general. They know. My job is hell now can I collect unemployment due to hostile work environment? Prior to this I was told I was doing a fabulous job. When they realized I had reported them everything changed. My boss attacks me verbally every day poor stupid things.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Nursing Home Abuse for Texas on
Q: How do I find a lawyer or attorney that to take my case and it’s to sue the nursing home

Looking for a civil attorney, will help me with the case for the nursing home because of neglect because it does neglect all the way around from emotional abuse neglect

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 15, 2024

You can search in legal directories like Justia for lawyers in or near the county where the nursing home is located who practice in the area of nursing home abuse.

Go to Justia's "Find a Lawyer" tab to begin your search

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Nursing Home Abuse for Washington DC on
Q: Good morning I bought this product for my son because he had a rash in the center of his eyebrows and it's called majest

Majestic pure a body wash and it has broken him completely out his face everywhere it's redness what can I do about it because your body's products and you look you read it ingredients it's just a shame do I have a lawsuit against these people because they mess my son's face up... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 28, 2024

A Washington DC attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It would be difficult for anyone here to answer your question of whether or not your son has a case. An attorney will want to know about the product, its label, its warnings, the severity of your son's... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Health Care Law, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse and Wrongful Death for California on
Q: Is there a way to sue a doctor in civil court for negligence? How do I sue a skilled nursing facility?

How to I prove negligence if no autopsy was done. How do i file a lawsuit against a doctor for not following my family members full code request?

Eliza Jasinska
Eliza Jasinska
answered on Sep 15, 2024

Yes, you can sue a doctor or nursing facility for negligence. To prove it, you must show they had a duty of care, failed to meet it, caused harm, and there were damages. Medical records and expert testimony can help, even without an autopsy.

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1 Answer | Asked in Nursing Home Abuse for New York on
Q: Hello Where do I find the information of an insurance company of a Nursing home for NYC? Such holding proceeds.
Jonathan R. Ratchik
Jonathan R. Ratchik
answered on Aug 28, 2024

Whether a nursing home has insurance coverage is not generally available to the public. Such information would only be disclosed in the context of a lawsuit. You can find the owner of a nursing home, https://profiles.health.ny.gov/nursing_home/#5.79/42.868/-76.809

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Nursing Home Abuse, Personal Injury and Civil Rights for California on
Q: ii was alerted to a elder abuse situation were caretaker got p.o.a. papers signed by my friend but he was not aware

these twin brothers have already been victims of their caregivers stealing there entire life's savings. these men are bed ridden I stepped in and took over for awhile but we couldn't retrieve any money. we were able to keep them from loosing there mobile home to live in. the care giver... View More

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answered on Aug 16, 2024

Under California law, if someone has obtained Power of Attorney (POA) through coercion or fraud, it can be revoked. Lonnie has the right to revoke the POA if he did not fully understand what he was signing or if it was done under duress. He can also take legal action to have the POA declared... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Nursing Home Abuse and Personal Injury for West Virginia on
Q: I picked my mom up from the nursing home to visit family. She had deep ligature marks on her throat. What should I do?

I took her to the ER the next morning. The doctor would not confirm they were ligature marks although they were deep and clearly visible. I felt that he didn't want to get involved so suggested I bring her in the following morning to see her primary care doctor, which I did. Her primary care... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 14, 2024

A West Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry your mother sustained such alarming and disturbing injuries. You did the right thing by getting her out of there. Your post mentions that you ran out of characters. Regardless of what you were... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home Abuse for California on
Q: Does my boyfriend have a case?

My boyfriend got into a car accident and ended up with a broken neck and a hip. He was placed in a rehabilitation facility where they left him for hours without his diaper changed, would disconnect his button for help, would not supply him his medication for pain because they forgot to order it and... View More

Frederick J. Sette
Frederick J. Sette
answered on Sep 3, 2024

And then there is the question of; is there any recourse for the car accident that resulted in his injuries. If you have not obtained a consultation on that, I suggest taking the time to do so. As stated by the other counsel, there are regulations and standards that the facility must comply with.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Nursing Home Abuse and Wrongful Death for Louisiana on
Q: What type of attorney do I need for a case against a long term care facility for elderly

I am fairly certain that I have an open & shut case.

In Louisiana

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 15, 2024

A Louisiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. There are attorneys who deal with nursing home matters, one of the categories you chose for the question. That could be a starting point in your arranging a free initial consult to discuss further. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Nursing Home Abuse and Elder Law for California on
Q: Hello,I have a resident living in assisted living being financially abused by two people.

executor of my clients will or trust. Her current attorney and this person will not share this info with my resident or myself. Her DPOA have been revoked however she is stating she has control oh my residents trust or will and get everything. What can I do?

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answered on Jun 29, 2024

This situation involves potential financial abuse of a vulnerable adult in assisted living, which is a serious concern. Here are some steps you can consider taking:

1. Report suspected abuse: Contact your local Adult Protective Services (APS) office to report the suspected financial abuse....
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Q: Can my sister sue rehabilitation agency for misleading on a $11,000.00 refund payment?

Why would supervisor tell me regional office suppose to send it. From Feb. 9,2024 to May 2024?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 1, 2024

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It's possible she could, but an attorney could advise more definitively after learning about the nature of the misleading actions (fraud, misrepresentation, etc.). One option could be for your sister to try to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Nursing Home Abuse and Personal Injury for Missouri on
Q: How long dose the senior facility have to provide a statement to the department of senior services in Mo for EDL listing

This happened in 2022 and it’s now 2024. And now my name is coming up to the state to be put on EDL LIST. I just got letter in . The mail. To file an appeal. To challenge the allegations. It’s been way over a year. And the company got bought out. Can they do this

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answered on May 11, 2024

Based on Missouri's regulations for the Employee Disqualification List (EDL), the time frame for a senior facility to provide a statement to the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is as follows:

1. The facility must provide a written statement to the DHSS within 30 days of...
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1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Libel & Slander and Nursing Home Abuse for Minnesota on
Q: My cousin has been trying to get my mother put in a nursing home because she has stolen from my mom.

My cousin put herself as my mom's payee for SSI payments and emergency contact without her knowledge.

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Mar 29, 2024

Please see:

https://www.hennepin.us/residents/human-services/adult-protection

Rob Kane

Eagan Attorney Orange

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Nursing Home Abuse on
Q: my mother in nuring home in bluefield wv she was taken to hospital in princeton wv treated had foot injury did not know

was not told of foot injury untill hospital told me

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Nursing Home Abuse and Elder Law for California on
Q: My sister is power of attorney over my mother, who is in an elderly, assisted facility, can she deny me visitation

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Nursing Home Abuse for Texas on
Q: Can my mother sue anyone?

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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Nursing Home Abuse for New York on
Q: my dad was in a nusing home and died during the 2020 of covid he never was sent to a hospital
Jonathan R. Ratchik
Jonathan R. Ratchik
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

1 Answer | Asked in Nursing Home Abuse for North Dakota on
Q: Do you guys investigate money issues in nursing homes

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

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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

Q: Precise criteria, definitions. Citation of cases.

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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