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We called an ambulance for our grandmother who was in severe pain, having breathing issues, and had not eaten in almost 3 days and the medical team that came to our home told us that her breathing was OK and her lack of eating wasn't anything to worry about at her age (87). She died a few... View More 
answered on Oct 21, 2024
I'm very sorry for the loss of your grandmother. A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your case remains open for a month. The best way to answer your question could be to reach out to Tennessee law firms to try to arrange a consult. Free initial/no-obligation consults are the norm in... View More
The court saved no evidence they didn't look at any evidence they did not record nothing and they did not allow any kind of subpoena for video of proof that the accusations were proved in court to be false the witnesses were disclaimed and the judge still proceeded to put an order of... View More
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answered on Jul 16, 2024
Were you represented by counsel? If not, you made a serious mistake. What Court were you in? It makes a difference as to an appeal to the Court of Appeals or objecting to a Master's findings. Again you need an attorney as you probably cannot do this yourself unless you spend all your... View More
It seems impossible to hold accountable I have so much evidence it’s bigger than Rodney king
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answered on Jun 18, 2024
A Civil Rights Action is a federal case which must be filed as a Government Tort Liability Action (1 year SOL; no jury; caps on damages). Few lawyers even know what kind of suit is required. Start with personal injury attorneys here on Justia, as virtually no criminal attorneys can handle it.
No police report filed. No damage to my car. Gentleman claims I injured him by striking his door and it hitting his back. Now he has pain and suffering and lost wages.
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answered on May 17, 2024
If you have insurance, notify them today of the wreck and claim. If no insurance, expect to lose your TNDL, and hire an attorney to represent you. When served, you might also file a Notice of Exempt Property if you are not rich, which should curtail the plaintiff's enthusiasm. An Answer... View More
Whiplash
Straightening of cervical lordosis
Two disc buldges, c4 and c5
Spinal canal stenosis
Fluid on shoulder
Panic disorder, PTSD from wreck
Future surgery/treatment cost , roughly $100,000.00. Current medical bills $13,000.00.
The... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2024
That is a typical response from an insurance company. You need a skilled and experienced attorney.
The value is impossible to determine from these facts alone. Assuming strong liability and other positive factors, the insurance company is not even in the ballpark.
answered on Mar 7, 2024
It might be.
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 the injuries may affect the viability... View More
Insurance company pays her 1044.00 a month. It has never increased she has gotten to old to continue and I will be taking over what are my legal rights for more pay
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answered on Mar 1, 2024
Taking over the care of a family member who is a quadriplegic is a significant responsibility. The financial aspect, including the payment from the insurance company, is crucial for ensuring that your brother receives the care he needs. If the monthly payment of $1,044 has not increased since 1997,... View More
Wilson county police and swat responses to a woman who claimed she was punched in the face and had a chair smashed into her face. When police arrived there were no injuries. The swat team was used to apprehend the person the woman claimed inflicted the injuries when the individual asked if the... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
It's deeply concerning to hear about your partner's situation, especially with the severity of the accusations and the involvement of SWAT based on false claims. False accusations, particularly those leading to a wrongful conviction, are serious matters that can have long-lasting impacts... View More
I have driver's information. A police report was filed. And their were witnesses.
answered on Jan 24, 2024
Yes. you have the ability to bring an action against the driver of the other vehicle.
more pap smears, because all my paps have been normal. I started have retention problems with bladder. Went to ER to have a cather put in. They were not able to insert the Cather. Did a CT scan found a mass on my cervix. I have a 6 centimeter mass on my cervix. I have cervix cancer. There is no... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. In terms of your question about what you can do, one option is to reach out to Tennessee law firms to discuss in further detail. That could answer your first question. A law firm that felt you had the basis for a case could retrieve your patient records and review... View More
My daughter was in an accident. The car and insurance was in my name at the time of the accident. The amount of the claim is $19,500 for hospital bills. My insurance covers up to $25,000 and that is what they are asking for. I do not have any assets or extra income for them to come after. I just... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2024
You likely have a lawyer provided by your insurer if you are at this point. the lawyer should be able to advise you as to your best next step- to provide the affidavit or not- and what to include/ disclose. If you want to get a second opinion - you would probably need to show the affidavit to a... View More
Then he cant be held as a credible witness??!! All testimonies sworn under oath are recorded right?
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answered on Dec 17, 2023
Any hearing in court should be either audio recorded and/or recorded by a court reporter. You could request a transcript of the hearing which could be used to impeach the witness at a later date. Impeaching is the fancy term for calling someone a liar in court by showing the inconsistency in their... View More
I was nowhere near the vehicle! Hours later a mile and a half up the road
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answered on Dec 18, 2023
You could file a Motion To Suppress Evidence, but if LEO had any plausible reason to think you were driving, it will be denied.
answered on Dec 12, 2023
While such a case is possible, there are two hurdles that may be difficult to overcome.
First, you must prove they did something wrong. Bruised can happen without (and with) malpractice.
Second, your harm must be sufficient to warrant a lawsuit and what you describe may not be.
In my truck? I heard that I was responsible for what happens in my truck because I am the owner and should know who I let in it. I took them to the ER.for help
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
You can be charged with several Felonies. Apparently you have not been charged yet, but if passenger dies, expect to be arrested.
They have hacked my phone and have access to my contacts. They call my gas stations, bank, everybody. Even my friends from school. It's a crazy amount of funds and effort spent on a nobody like me. What course of action should be taken
answered on Nov 24, 2023
It is not clear from your question whether you know the names of individuals who have committed and continue to commit these actions. At the same time, you indicated that they make phone calls, respectively, it is possible to identify these persons by their phone numbers. Having determined the... View More
I would also like to know why they didn't have her evaluated when she asked to be evaluated? Why is she dead now? I can't get answers from anyone.. she was 22 years old she called for help that she was in danger and scared. They found her on the barge on the 21 of October please help me... View More
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answered on Nov 1, 2023
You are going to have to hire an attorney and an investigator in TN. Sorry but no other response is appropriate. Start here on Justia.
Also I only received payment from one of the two people the owed in my injury settlement
answered on Nov 9, 2023
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If they have receipts or invoices, those could help clarify expenses and the breakdown of disbursements in the file. Good luck
Lease is ending 10/31/23. renewal pulled.I have been quite sick since September and discovered on 9/17 an attic and HVAC that is leaking water into a plastic tote for last 2 years that I have leased. The water damage showing in guest bathroom had me call in a neighbor to see what he could find and... View More
answered on Oct 8, 2023
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I could only speak for the injury-based component of your matter. You could try to arrange a free initial consult with an injury firm. Gather any medical documentation related to your symptoms. However, these are... View More
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