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I'm concerned about potential water contamination in Brookhaven, Mississippi, which may have caused my mother's cancer. She recently passed away, and doctors mentioned it might be due to the drinking water, not genetic factors. Other relatives have also suffered unusual tumors. Is there a... View More 
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
If your mother's cancer and your relatives' health issues are potentially linked to water contamination, you may have grounds to pursue legal action. The first step would be to gather evidence of the water contamination, including any historical data, reports, or studies showing that the... View More
I'm seeking information about whether my deceased mother’s heirs might have an actionable lawsuit for her forced retirement. She was forced to retire after 29 years at Bell of Pennsylvania and denied "time bridging," missing out on a pension increase given after 30 years of... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
What happened to your mother sounds deeply unfair, and it makes sense that you’ve carried this question with you for so long. Being forced to retire just before a major pension milestone—especially under the threat of termination—is something worth looking into, even years later. While... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
Thank you for reaching out. I'm very sorry to hear about your loss.
Depending on the specific diagnosis your loved one received and how long ago they passed away, you may be eligible for compensation. There are a number of factors that can affect eligibility, including the nature of... View More
In early March, my husband passed away, and I believe it was due to a malfunction of his new insulin pump. The pump kept failing, which may have resulted in incorrect insulin dosing. I reported the issue to the manufacturer and relevant authorities, and I have records of all his calls to the... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2025
So so sorry to hear this. Definitely avoid too much interaction with insurance companies, yours or the hospitals' or doctors' and reach out to speak to counsel asap to best protect any/all claims here. IF the attorney is experienced but not say in this area of law, s/he may have a good... View More
I discovered that my sister secretly filed a lawsuit related to my mother's passing from ovarian cancer, allegedly linked to Johnson & Johnson talcum powder. I wanted to file a separate lawsuit but was told I couldn’t because one was already open. My siblings and I were not involved or... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Generally speaking, only the duly-appointed representative of your mother's estate can file a wrongful death lawsuit on her behalf, i.e. the executor (if she had a will) or administrator (if she didn't). Depending on how the settlement proceeds are allocated... View More
I am seeking legal assistance after my sister was fatally hit by a cargo train on March 8th. According to the initial coroner's report, she was walking on the tracks and the train captain sounded a warning but couldn't stop in time. We do not have any surveillance footage, and neither the... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss.
Do not speak with the insurance company or anyone else without an attorney.
First step contact an experienced. There are a number of us on Justia.
My father was a semi-truck driver and was found deceased at his employer's office. He wasn't discovered for 11 hours. There were no medical assistance measures or protocols on site, and his employer has not communicated with us since he was found. The incident was not reported to OSHA... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2025
This does not appear to be a "failure to provide a safe work environment" case from the narrative you provided.
I am looking for a Wisconsin lawyer who can take a wrongful death malpractice case, which occurred in North Carolina in 2024. I have gathered documents related to the case. Where can I find a lawyer to assist me with this?
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answered on Apr 10, 2025
If the wrongful death occurred in North Carolina by potential malpractice you will want to seek an attorney licensed in North Carolina.
What Indiana trial court rule determines jurisdiction in a civil wrongful death case, especially if the decedent was killed in a different county than where she lived? The case is filed against an individual, and there are no other pending related cases.
answered on Apr 3, 2025
You are really asking two separate questions. You are asking about jurisdiction (authority of the Court) and venue (the appropriate situs to bring the action). Jurisdiction is addressed in Rule 4.4 and venue is addressed in Rule 75. In your example, any state Court in Indiana would have... View More
In a wrongful death case, what are the legal implications when police officers announce 'DOA' (Dead on Arrival) immediately upon arriving at a scene, causing EMTs to park a block away and wait for the coroner? This resulted in the victim bleeding to death for 1 hour and 23 minutes... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2025
The entire situation would need to be evaluated to determine whether procedures where followed and such. It seems the safety of the EMTs could very well be a factor. A law firm that specializes in police misconduct would be best to evaluate the potential case.
My partner of 35 years passed away last year following a car accident in 2021. We had lived together for 12 years, and I provided financial support for him after the accident. I am recognized as his partner legally. The settlement from his accident is anticipated to be completed in June this year.... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2025
In California, unless you were legally married or in a registered domestic partnership, you do not automatically have inheritance rights to your late partner’s accident settlement under intestate succession laws. However, if the settlement includes wrongful death compensation and you were... View More
I recently lost my husband due to what I believe was poor care from Kaiser Permanente and the doctors treating him. He had a history of coronary artery disease with several stents, and in early 2024, he repeatedly reported dizziness, headaches, chest pains, and shortness of breath to both his... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2025
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Reach out to an experienced medical malpractice attorney to discuss filing a possible malpractice lawsuit. But keep in mind that there is a 1 year Statute of Limitations on filing such a claim, which runs from the date you discovered the malpractice.
I am looking for information regarding any settlement or payout related to Canadyne Georgia vs Cleveland for residents in Fort Valley, Georgia. Specifically, this pertains to cancer-related deaths around 1990. My mother and grandmother passed away due to cancer, and I am wondering if there were any... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
I'm truly sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. The environmental contamination in Fort Valley, Georgia, linked to the operations of Canadyne-Georgia Corporation, has been a significant concern, particularly regarding its potential health impacts on the local community.... View More
I am questioning an Official Death Certificate issued by the Coroner's Office regarding a family member who was found deceased and identified through dental records after approximately 6-7 months. The Coroner stated they could not perform an autopsy as only bones remained. However, the death... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2025
I imagine you'd have to litigate to obtain a court order to force the coroner to either change the report or to determine, judicially, the cause of death. You should be prepared to spend thousands of dollars to litigate the matter - as in the mid 5 figures at a minimum.
I am the conservator for my granddaughter, who received life insurance benefits as a beneficiary following her father's death. There is a wrongful death lawsuit, and we are going to Probate Court. The probate attorney has advised that I must provide the life insurance benefits to the... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
This is a really important question, and you're right to want a clear explanation—especially when you're doing your best to care for your granddaughter. In Texas, even though life insurance benefits usually go directly to the named beneficiary and bypass probate, the situation changes... View More
I am seeking information about a legal case concerning the death of my son, who passed away due to a drunk driving incident on April 8, 2023. His father opened the case, but he hasn't shared any information with me. I want to know how I can get access to all details regarding the case,... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2025
It would be prudent to do as the below attorney suggests and file a case for yourself. You can go to the county court's website and do a name search. Once you find the complaint it should give you all the information you want. The county will either be the county where the accident occured or... View More
I believe my brother's oncologist in Georgia might have committed malpractice. He was initially diagnosed with cancer in August 2022, and despite PET scans and concerns from a radiologist indicating potential metastatic cancer, the oncologist dismissed symptoms as radiation damage. There were... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
It sounds like you have legitimate concerns about the oncologist’s handling of your brother’s case, especially with the delays in starting radiation and the dismissal of concerning symptoms. If the oncologist failed to properly address symptoms or misinterpreted diagnostic tests, it could be a... View More
I want to file a medical malpractice and wrongful death case regarding my mother's treatment at Mercy San Juan in Carmichael, California. She was admitted to the hospital on January 23, 2025, with low oxygen and possible a-fib, but unknowingly had a UTI that made her agitated. Despite her... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss and for how she suffered needlessly.
There are many aspects of a medical malpractice/wrongful death case. First is the one year time limit. It appears you are well within that, but do not delay in getting an attorney.
The next issue is did the health... View More
My son died in a house fire on January 4th, 2025, and I am seeking legal advice. The Chattahoochee Police Department was very rude and made false statements in the police report. Additionally, the fire department was negligent—they had no water, didn't connect to the fire hydrant, and... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2025
It will be difficult to win a case against the police or fire department. However, there are other parties whose negligence may have caused the house fire. If proven, you could recover damages for the death of your son. In the past, we have seen electricians, builders/contractors, landlords, and... View More
My mother was killed by a negligent driver in October 2023. The police report was only released in June 2024, and I believe the detective assigned to the case delayed the process. Despite my attempts to communicate via email, his responses became dismissive, and he stopped replying. He even... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2025
I'm deeply sorry about the loss of your mother and understand your frustration with how the investigation was handled. Losing a loved one in such circumstances is devastating, and feeling that justice isn't being properly pursued only compounds that pain.
You have several options... View More
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