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He was told 4 years ago that the stone would eventually need to be removed. He complained for 2 years that his right side was hurting and the doctors did nothing. He was 68 years old and had beaten cancer 3 times. His death certificate says the primary cause of death was gallbladder cancer! The... View More 
answered on Sep 19, 2024
I'm very sorry for the loss of your husband. A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. The best way to answer your question would be to reach out to attorneys in your state to try to arrange a free initial consult - that's the norm with these... View More
so, there's a personal injury case, which just has been dismissed without prejudice and the statute timing is running out in WA state, here are the questions:
Can I as a lawyer file a new same personal injury case in same court and "start over" as long as I'm within time... View More
answered on Jan 29, 2023
If it's dismissed withOUT prejudice, you can re-file at any point before the SOL runs.
The answer to the fees and costs question is between you, the new law firm, and the client. You're generally entitled to be reimbursed for costs, but asserting a lien for your fee in a case... View More
I have been hurt and can’t find the right help .
answered on Mar 7, 2022
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm sorry you were hurt. Without knowing the details of how it happened, it's difficult to offer meaningful direction. One option is to reach out to Washington personal injury attorneys to review your... View More
beccause of his charges and had he not been out of jail in the first placed my BF would be alive and that this time he wasn't getting out n denied bail can we sue nc for WD
answered on Dec 23, 2021
There are problems when a person has been allowed out on bail, as that is generally not a decision that will result in tort liability however you need to consult an attorney in North Carolina to determine your rights under the laws of your state. Look for an attorney who is a member of the North... View More
First, thank you and please excuse me for the length, but I will try to keep it as brief as possible.
My son was killed as a pedestrian by a semi-truck whose driver was driving on a suspended license.This was in Tacoma, WA. I have an attorney (if that's what you'd call him) who is... View More
answered on Aug 10, 2020
If you already have a lawyer, no on one here can ethically offer much advice, and certainly wouldn't do anything to interrupt the attorney / client relationship. That doesn't mean you can't call another lawyer and ask for a second opinion of course, that is very common.
If... View More
My son was struck and killed by a commercial truck whose driver's license was suspended in "the 3rd degree". My son was a pedestrian, and granted he was no in a crosswalk. But shouldn't the driver of the truck at least have been issued a citation for driving on a suspended... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2020
I am so sorry about your son. I just became a dad and can't imagine how difficult it would be to lose a child.
What the police or prosecutors decide to do to the driver of the truck criminally has minimal, if any, impact on your potential wrongful death claim. I've seen dozens of... View More
my fiance' got ill. his mother allowed him to be transferred to a hospital he told me never to take him to. I disclosed that info to her and was ignored. me and him had previously written up a form placing one another as durable power of attorney's. I could not obtain a copy until the 3rd... View More
answered on May 4, 2018
The child has a claim. Contact a member of the State of Washington Trial lawyers Association. They give free consults.
my mom overdosed and died on prescription pain killers can i sue for the loss of her life and what its done to me
answered on Mar 30, 2018
Possibly. Contact a member of the State Of Washington Trial Lawyers Assn that handles pharmaceutical products.
answered on Mar 2, 2018
You probably want to know what to do. Ask for an autopsy from the medical examiner. Beyond that the question is what would lead someone to suspect wrongdoing? My suggestion is you contact the Washington Civil Liberties Union,
https://www.aclu-wa.org/ , ask for their police litigation... View More
Took him to the vet after the attack and they cleaned him up. Next day he was trembling(likely pain) and they stabilized him. I was going to take him first thing in the morning, but he was breathing rapidly at 3 in the morning until his breathing eventually died in my arms. Had I known to watch for... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2018
Unlikely, because at best most states give you only the value of the dog in commercial terms.
However I wold suggest you contact a member of the State Of Washington Assn for Justice who handles animal issues--they give free consultations.
answered on Jan 17, 2018
His estate files. Father would be primary for being administrator but he can renounce in favor of the sisters.
He withheld stool softner from her so that he would not have to change her diapers, which he was paid quite well for. It resulted in a bloakage so bad that it killed her. He admited it tro ewo family members and m y sister touched on it to me can he be held liable?
answered on Apr 8, 2017
Possibly but no one will take the case because on the DA's side he lacked criminal intent and on the civil, he doesn't carry malpractice insurance.
Not sure if there is a dementia diagnosis or not - insurance will cover but can the other party sue the driver/family and take everything? What is the history of lawsuits in this regard? Reviewing NC DMV website - MD has not reported to DMV any concerns about this person.
answered on Apr 4, 2017
The driver and his doctor may have exposure if the person is a danger. If they are, the family have a moral duty to reign them in.
As far as assets, it depends on the state, if there's a spouse, etc. Can the person be sued?Any person can. Best protection is get a large policy. the... View More
The driver has an intermediate license issued by the state of Washington. She is legally able to drive with the amount of passengers she had in the car and at the time she was driving. However, the driver was under the influence of cocaine. The passenger that died due to the motor vehicle accident... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2017
She could be charged with a number of offenses; if you want detail for a book talk to someone with lots of experience in the DA's office. Could be tried as an adult given aggravated nature of circumstances.
answered on Jul 21, 2015
If a case is filed, it will have to filed in Washington. So you can work with a WA lawyer directly, or a local lawyer who may have to co-counsel with a Washington lawyer.
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