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answered on Nov 20, 2018
Was TennCare listed as a Creditor in your Bankruptcy? Were they listed as an unsecured, non-priority Debt? And if so, did the State fight it? You must look at your Bankruptcy File, and will probably have to spend alot of time with the Court's File. Hire a competent attorney. But if... View More 
answered on Sep 12, 2018
It looks like part of your question is missing and may have inadvertently been left out.
He was diagnosed 30 years ago with Bipolar Disorder and has been off his medication for the past 6-7 years. He has been homeless and last year we were able to get him a house. He was living well on his own until about 2 weeks ago. He has taken a sudden turn for the worse. He refuses to go to... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2018
You can ask the court to appoint you as his conservator. There are mental health services including mental health case managers to help, but unless you are his conservator, he can refuse those services.
The hositpal sent me an email stating what I owed up front, if I cannot afford that at the time of arrival can they deny me?
answered on Jan 26, 2018
No, not if you are in active labor. The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) is a federal law that requires anyone coming to an emergency department to be stabilized and treated, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay.
It is in the divorce decree that he maintains health insurance.Do i pick up the insurance since he is claiming he cannot?
answered on Jan 9, 2018
Your question does not specify, but I assume this health insurance is for minor children? If he provides documentation that he has been turned down/does not qualify, then I would purchase substitute insurance. ( Its always better to have some health insurance in the event of unforseen medical... View More
This man has had his daughter banned from receiving any information about his health almost every time he has been admitted to the hospital and has told multiple friends and family members he doesn't want her involved. Somehow she figured out the password to come see him and has taken over as... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2018
Without a power of attorney for health care, the daughter is the next of kin. Legally she gets to make the call.
answered on Dec 21, 2017
The are experienced attorney who can help your daughter. You can find them by searching here or other sites. She needs a lawyer as soon as possible. Best of luck!
have my adult stepson locked away because of his mental illness.. the lawyer told me the three questions a judge would ask and my stepson could answer every one of them.. brother thinks that I should pay the 28 hundred dollars and try anyway.
what are the questions a judge would ask my... View More
answered on Dec 21, 2017
He will ask if your step son wants to hurt himself, wants to hurt someone else, and can he care for himself in a way that would not put him in immediate danger. He will also need to determine if your stepson has a mental illness or a serious emotional disturbance. Another option to consider in... View More
the student had a virus, the medications along with medications to treat the disability clashed causing him to first be euphoric, then to go into a stupor missing his deadline for finals. The trainer gave him samples of OTC meds, the doctor gave him presciptions and then the Psychiatrist gave him... View More
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answered on Aug 16, 2017
This case likely will not be pursued by a Tennessee civil lawyer, but this link takes you to a listing of TN cities, that you can use to fine a list of lawyers near you. Call a few of them, and talk via phone, to see if the case has any value.... View More
She doesn't work, 27 years old, did have a high IQ. Not sure what damage drugs have done. We do know some of her memories are actually her 16 year old sisters memories. There is so much she does not remember. We just found out she has been doing meth for almost 3 years, smokes pot all the... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2017
Regrettably, no, I am not aware of any procedure for requiring an individual to be hospitalized for drug addiction.
In some situations, family can conduct an "intervention" where they confront the individual and convince them to voluntarily admit themselves to rehab. Your... View More
answered on Jun 30, 2017
You can hire someone to perform the autopsy. However if the body has been buried permission is required.
Would the hospital be liable instead of the individual coder?
answered on Jun 9, 2017
Depends on the nature of the error or alleged fraud. You didn't say what the law was, but why not contact a member of the Tennessee Assn for Justice? They give free consults.
answered on Mar 15, 2017
Based strictly on what you say in this question, I would say "yes" - as the parent ( I assume you have legal custody) you have the right to consent to treatment for your child or to withhold consent, or to withdraw consent.
However, if there are any court proceedings involved, this would change.
Man has Alzheimer and Parkinson and is unable to care for himself. He is in long term care and wants to check out against medical advice. His wife is unable to care for him. What are her options to make sure he stays and receives the care he needs?
answered on Mar 3, 2017
Someone ( most likely the spouse) should file to have him declared incompetent and a conservator appointed for him. SHE ( the wife) does not have to be the conservator, although as spouse she has the right to serve if she wants to. If she can't handle the chore, HE still needs a conservator,... View More
Our daughter is 26 and has been in 3 rehabs and been medically detoxed more times than we can count. She also suffers fro anxiety, depression and PTSD. Upon release from her latest rehab last week, she began to drink again, and in less than 2 weeks time, was placed in 2 72 hour involutary psych.... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2016
The involuntary commitment procedure is the only option, and it sounds like you have already tried this. The other hospitals may be releasing her because of financial issues. A doctor has to give his professional opinion that she is dangerous to herself or others, and while no one would ever admit... View More
My mom is 58 and i live with her, I am 16
answered on Nov 20, 2016
If you are under 18, the law says you lack the required maturity to act for someone else. You may be very mature for your age, but unfortunately, the law applies to everyone, and it does not allow for "special exceptions". You should find another adult to act for your mother.
I went to see a healthcare provider for back and knee pain. He gave me Motrin and sent me on my way without asking questions or taking any tests. A couple weeks later I went back fro extreme pain and swelling in my legs and feet to the point my feet were turning blue. Provider said it was a... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2016
It isn't required that they treat you. . Did you ask them for pain medication? Doctors these days are twitchy about people who ask for pain medication. k
However, the ACA and medical records act require they provide you with your records. If they have an attitude, if they are part of a... View More
He's diagnosed with aspergers...he's an alcoholic...
answered on Aug 21, 2016
ANYONE can be involuntarily committed for a brief time IF you can convince a Judge that they are dangerous to themselves of others. The process is called "judicial hospitalization" - Generally, thye can be held for 72 hours, long enough for a psychiatrist to evaluate and/or medicate them.
answered on Aug 11, 2016
Need more information but neurologists see who they want, and even if the office told you to go there it's not anything you can bring a legal case about. Consult with a local attorney offering free consultations but that's my assay of your issue.
Do not discuss your concerns... View More
I had a positive pregnancy test 6 months ago, around the last time I could have conceived a child. I was taking lithium at the time. I made an OB appointment but they didn't want to see me until 8 weeks later. I went to my psychiatrist and she took me off the lithium and put me on a safer... View More
answered on Aug 3, 2016
DCS never wants to take custody of children, and they do so only in the worst situations. It sounds like you had reasonable beliefs so I would not focus on what has happened in the past , but rather focus on the future. Get yourself to a doctor, take care of yourself, make plans for where you going... View More
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