Your current state is Virginia
She was a patient Barbra Mena , was studyed due to the Arm,shoulder and left breast .8 hour surgery, three teams of Doctors ,interning . I remember my mom sighing paper work for release
So my brother was shot and killed by the St.Paul police,. We originally appointed my aunt Monique and the Trustee because we believed that she would be neutral but sadly that's not the case, she has been prioritizing her side of the family and herself when portioning how the settlement should... Read more »
answered on May 27, 2023
There are legal action the beneficiaries can take if the trustee has breached her duties. The trustee's obligation is to the beneficiaries, not to "one side of the family." There are different ways to approach the situation. The circumstances would dictate the appropriate approach.... Read more »
They are now adults. What is his legal rights?
Can I sue the police for wrongful death there is a lot of detail that make me believe they didn't serve and protect. For example his girlfriend Was helping him breathe and the told her get away and put her in patrol vehicle. They also took his dvr for his cameras I put in request to get his... Read more »
They failed to offer her a new P.O.L.S.T. form upon admission after her Hernia surgery. This form would have given her the option to be resuscitated. She was found unresponsive, and they did not resuscitate her. Spoke to director who admitted that they made a mistake about not having her complete... Read more »
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answered on May 23, 2023
I'm sorry for your loss. Yes, the way to evaluate whether or not you have a viable case for neglect is to have it reviewed by a lawyer with experience in those cases. Even though there may be an issue around the POLST, it doesn't automatically mean the case is viable. The actual cause of... Read more »
Multiple times the IEP was not followed, and most importantly. overdue for an update. At minimum, the need appropriate placement was discussed. agreed upon, client was to remain safely in place to to disability. client was later moved to the higher independence level, less supervision group home... Read more »
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answered on May 22, 2023
When a disabled fostered child with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) does not have providers following the agreed-upon IEP plan, liability can potentially arise depending on the specific circumstances and applicable laws. The responsibility for ensuring that the IEP is followed typically... Read more »
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Considering he was on suicide watch and was supposed to be monitored at all times, can we hold the prison liable for his death.
She died because of two holes in her stomach and one in her bowel, she then got sepsis. Insurance will not help because they do not cover weight loss surgery and she passed because complications from the surgery. She was in the hospital from August to December 15th when she died. She left behind... Read more »
I feel the compensation would be ours for the loss of my last surviving birth family member. The law firm is taking 33% and we were told our portion of the claim would have to pay Medicare ,Medicaid and insurance. The money would be paid to us for the loss of our family member. And our emotional... Read more »
My BIL's aunt passed yesterday at a hospital in GA. She had told the doctor's and nurses there that she had a pacemaker when they wanted her to have an MRI--she told them several times that she did not want an MRI b/c of this, however, they moved forward with the testing and she... Read more »
answered on May 11, 2023
Your aunt's husband or, if she wasn't married, surviving children, should contact a medical malpractice attorney in Georgia as soon as possible to investigate this matter. An MRI is usually contraindicated with someone with a pacemaker or other metal objects.
We are currently... Read more »
He is pleading guilty 3rd degree animal cruelty causing death in a plea bargain to drop the extra charge for bond violation (for being in possession of a dog) while on bond. He killed shot and killed my dog at about 8:15am said he was only trying to scare it but used a 22 rifle with a scope on... Read more »
Last court continued hadn't seen motion, court again and public defender didn't call me can I get 2nd continue
A woman puts methadone in a man's drink without his knowledge, he falls asleep and dies, while she robs his wallet then she puts him in the bathtub on ice. Her neighbor calls the police. Is this a crime? Part 2 I called the records division and they have no record of the police going to the... Read more »
03-04-23 MY MOTHER WENT TO BAPTIST HOSPITAL IN MEMPHIS FOR APPT SHE WAS TOLD IF ILTHE TEST WAS POSITIVE FOR BLOCKAGE SHE WOULD HAVE THE HEART CATH AND STINTS PLACED. THEY WERE POSITIVE, SO THEY ADMITTED HER. FIRST CLUE INSURANCE DIDNT APPROVE THE PROCEDURE. 2ND CLUE WHEN HE CALLED VANDERBILT THEY... Read more »
My father had a feeding tube put in and they said there was no complications and they even signed release forms but not even 48 hrs later he died of internal bleeding. He had told the nurse that his stomach was hurting and nothing was done also he mentioned that they didn't know what was wrong... Read more »
answered on May 2, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss.
You should Consult with experienced attorneys. 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. This sounds like it could be malpractice.
My mothers medical journey was a nightmare and a hospital system failed her horribly. She was profiled from day one. Even her FNP will attest to this. We had an autopsy done. Her abdomen had caused her pain for almost a year. Protruding and painful. The cancer center cancelled her appt 2 months... Read more »
answered on May 8, 2023
A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother. You could reach out to law firms to try to set up a free initial consult. This appears to be a complex file with a long patient history - and it isn't clear... Read more »
I lost custody to my ex (who is not the father of the victim). He has a history of leaving his gun where it is easily accessable to the children. I have copies of emails that I sent him prior to the incident about how I was worried about the childrens safety. Leading up to his death , my depressed... Read more »
Let’s move forwarded pass everything because it’s already done. Also breaks at work 30 mins lunch one hour that should help and more trading if a nurse is high rank in college she should be a teacher and more guidance look I stayed away from politics in 2013 after may5th it just took me to step... Read more »
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