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I'm the plaintiff. The defendant killed (drove haphazardly) my mother (a pedestrian), and right now I'm livid and hoping that my lawyer sues him and his insurance carrier for an astronomical amount. What would most likely happen if his insurance limits are low? Currently, his insurance... View More 
answered on Apr 25, 2024
These questions should be answered by your attorney, who is paid for this information. However:
1. Insurance companies don't drop the ball and let their insureds fend for themselves. If that happened, it would be the best possible result for you because some serious consequences for... View More
She wasn’t supposed to eat alone and I think the hospital served her food without telling her nurse. The medical examiner reported accidental choking
answered on Apr 9, 2024
You may have a case. Please discuss the merits and facts with a medical malpractice attorney. Some errors and omissions don't amount to medical malpractice and experts have to certify that the doctors, nurses, and/or hospital's conduct fell below the standard.
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She wasn’t supposed to eat alone and I think the hospital served her food without telling her nurse. The medical examiner reported accidental choking
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answered on Apr 9, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. Based on the information provided, it seems like there may be grounds for a medical malpractice lawsuit against the hospital. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Standard of care: If your mother failed a swallow evaluation, the hospital had a duty to... View More
She wasn’t supposed to eat alone and I think the hospital served her food without telling her nurse. The medical examiner reported accidental choking
answered on Apr 23, 2024
I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother. It's possible you could - but a law firm could offer more definitive guidance if you set up a free initial consult to discuss in more detail. Gather what records you have - if a law firm identifies a basis for a possible case, they could... View More
her death certificate said she died from a heart attack. i believe it was caused due to poor follow-up care after surgery
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. In California, if you believe your mother's death was due to medical malpractice, the first step is to consult with an attorney experienced in medical malpractice claims. They can help you understand the complexities of medical malpractice law and... View More
My son passed away in the emergency room at St. Francis Memorial Hospital. After speaking with the patient advocate there, I was able to get them to release his medical records to me, including the emergency room visit on the night he died. Clearly, I am not a physician, but on the night of his... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2024
write out a detailed summary of the facts and set up an appointment with a local med/mal lawyer.
do you have a doc that says they did not meet the standard of care that society mandates?
I would assume you have talked to medical malpractice lawyers already. What did they say?... View More
My son passed away in the emergency room at St. Francis Memorial Hospital. After speaking with the patient advocate there, I was able to get them to release his medical records to me, including the emergency room visit on the night he died. Clearly, I am not a physician, but on the night of his... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2024
I'm truly sorry to hear about your loss and the circumstances surrounding your son's passing. In the state of California, when it comes to determining whether medical malpractice or wrongful death has occurred, the key factors considered include whether the healthcare providers failed to... View More
My son passed away in the emergency room at St. Francis Memorial Hospital. After speaking with the patient advocate there, I was able to get them to release his medical records to me, including the emergency room visit on the night he died. Clearly, I am not a physician, but on the night of his... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2024
There may be a good medical malpractice case. An experienced medical malpractice attorney will want to review the death certificate and medical records, and, potentially consult with an expert medical doctor to determine any breach of medical standard of care, which is required to prove a case.... View More
1. Can the cause and manner of death in a coroner report be amended?
2. What is the procedure to amend the coroner report?
3. If the deceased family has got the coroner report amended, what is the procedure to get details of the documents and evidence on basis of which the report... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
1. In California, the cause and manner of death listed in a coroner's report can indeed be amended if new, significant evidence comes to light or if there was an error in the original findings.
2. To amend a coroner's report, typically, a request must be submitted to the... View More
My daughter was brought into Kaiser getting really bad shape wearing diapers with two weeks worth of feces she was in really bad shape mentally and physically the reason for being brought in was possible overdose then she was diagnosed with sepsis and instead of transferring her to a hospital that... View More
answered on Apr 21, 2024
I'm very sorry for the loss of your daughter. It's possible you could sue, but the most definitive way to answer your question would be to reach out to med mal/wrongful death law firms to discuss in further detail. Most law firms that practice in this field will offer free initial... View More
My daughter was brought into Kaiser getting really bad shape wearing diapers with two weeks worth of feces she was in really bad shape mentally and physically the reason for being brought in was possible overdose then she was diagnosed with sepsis and instead of transferring her to a hospital that... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2024
you should read the suggestions of the lawyers herein, and then call a Med Mal attorney in your area.
let him or her review the evidence and determine if they will accept the case.
if they do they will not ask you for money but will take the case on a contingency.
most med... View More
My daughter was brought into Kaiser getting really bad shape wearing diapers with two weeks worth of feces she was in really bad shape mentally and physically the reason for being brought in was possible overdose then she was diagnosed with sepsis and instead of transferring her to a hospital that... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
In California, if you believe that medical professionals failed to follow standard medical protocols resulting in harm, you may have grounds for a medical malpractice lawsuit. In cases involving sepsis, which is a severe and potentially life-threatening condition, the standard of care requires... View More
She went in being treated for constipation. When her body was viewed at the mortuary she had a broken nose and huge lacerations on her face. They asked us if she suffered a traumatic fall. I'm asking for help I don't know where to start to get some answers and justice for her and the... View More
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answered on Mar 9, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss and the distressing circumstances surrounding your mother's passing. It's understandable that you want answers and to ensure this doesn't happen to others in the deaf community. Here are some steps you can take to seek help and justice:
1. File... View More
No one was taken to jail. During the whole investigation I was pregnant. The case was going to remain open. When I delivered my baby social services came in and placed my daughter in orangewood. Because they claimed we were unfit parents. I was17 at that time was new to the system and no one really... View More
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answered on Feb 3, 2024
In California, if you have lost touch with an attorney who was handling a significant case for you, there are several steps you can take to reconnect or to find out the status of your case. Given the serious nature of your situation, understanding your options is crucial.
First, you could... View More
No one was taken to jail. During the whole investigation I was pregnant. The case was going to remain open. When I delivered my baby social services came in and placed my daughter in orangewood. Because they claimed we were unfit parents. I was17 at that time was new to the system and no one really... View More
answered on Feb 3, 2024
You can search the court records for your name to see if a lawsuit was filed on your behalf. However, if you have lost contact with your attorney, it is highly unlikely that a settlement was achieved, even if a lawsuit was filed. Attorneys generally don't have authority to enter into... View More
In September October 2023 I took my wife to Mark Twain St Joseph Hospital in San Andreas on the 3rd visit they took blood cultures and sent us home. They called 3 days later to tell us she had a post-gram blood infection called in a 7-Day antibiotic to CVS said that would take care of it. When she... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2024
I'm very sorry for the loss of your wife. In regard to your question, it's possible elements of all three legal theories you ask about could be relevant. Malpractice is generally a negligence-based legal cause of action, so loosely speaking, they would apply the same/similar analysis. For... View More
In September October 2023 I took my wife to Mark Twain St Joseph Hospital in San Andreas on the 3rd visit they took blood cultures and sent us home. They called 3 days later to tell us she had a post-gram blood infection called in a 7-Day antibiotic to CVS said that would take care of it. When she... View More
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
It's essential to consult with a medical malpractice attorney in California regarding the circumstances surrounding your wife's care. Based on the information you've provided, there may be potential grounds for a medical malpractice claim. Negligence or wrongful death claims can... View More
I have no money for an legal lawyer that I was wrongfully accuse of a unlawful detainer which owner and property manager received rent payments from housing authority that they got free government rent from tenant and housing authority.
Every since 3/5/2020 a whole year went by without... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2024
I'm very sorry for the loss of your wife from the mold condition. You're seeking a lawyer. It's difficult for law firms here to respond with an offer of their services - the forum is not set up like a lawyer referral site. In addition to your own searches, there is a tab above,... View More
I have no money for an legal lawyer that I was wrongfully accuse of a unlawful detainer which owner and property manager received rent payments from housing authority that they got free government rent from tenant and housing authority.
Every since 3/5/2020 a whole year went by without... View More
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answered on Jan 27, 2024
Under California law, tenants have the right to a habitable living environment, and landlords are required to maintain rental properties in a condition fit for living. This includes addressing pest infestations and ensuring the property adheres to health and safety standards. If the landlord fails... View More
Never going back to her home. Two people/ old neighbors a mother and son took over her (everything). They conned her and are almost selling her house which he put to a trust in her name at his address. She had zero family they knew this because her daughter died a year earlier. Is it too late to... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
Under California law, it's important to act quickly in situations like this. If you suspect that your friend has been a victim of financial abuse or undue influence, especially by someone with a questionable past, it's advisable to consult an attorney. An attorney can help investigate the... View More
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