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The WD attorney reached a settlement but now the funds are sitting in the Estate account. We are trying to close out Probate but feel there should be an allocation to the survivors and an allocation towards medical expenses. We feel that the allocation of funds to the survivors should not be part... View More 
answered on Jun 18, 2019
Why don't you ask the attorney who handled the wrongful death case? He or she can do probate if needed, or can refer you to another attorney.
family member called animal control had dogs removed without notifying me... they are gone. im54 don't have kids I live in arcadia florida went to sheriffs office they said I cannot press charges against them I have over 3,000 dollars invested in them shots ,food and the time I spent with... View More
answered on Jun 14, 2019
Animal control, in most jurisdictions, won't pick up pets unless they've been abused or neglected, not simply because someone calls and says, "I don't want my pets anymore." Don't know if that's the case here, but your first step is to contact animal control to... View More
I need assistance to file a summary or letter of administration in Pasco county, Hudson, FL. for an inexpensive fee. There really is no estate, only a wrecked motorcycle, and an insurance claim for the motorcycle of >$4,500. For the past 4 years, my uncle resided rent-free, at my property in... View More
answered on May 3, 2019
I suggest contacting a legal aid clinic. They often are able to help with cases like this. Since you're in Pasco County, Bay Area Legal Services might be able to help. Good luck.
Car made illegal Uturn in path motorcycle
answered on Mar 15, 2019
As an attorney licensed to practice law in Florida, Rhode Island and Massachusetts, we can help you. A lot of the information that we need to assist you in determining your case, is very fact intensive and private. There are a lot of factors in answering this question. Some of them include, the... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Not sure what this question is really asking, but under Florida law, there is two (2) year statute of limitations on wrongful death claims. See Fla. Stat. 95.11(4)(d).
My mom died from her injuries in the accident. The driver was driving his moms car he had not had a license in 15 years. He was arrested that night and is now charged with 11 felonies. he is going on trial in April. Because it was his moms car can I sue his mom for her home in maryland and can I... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Please accept my condolences.
The answer to your question is just not that simple. First, where did the accident happen? If it happened in Florida, the owner of the at-fault vehicle is considered primarily responsible and can be sued as long as... View More
Wanting to file malpractice lawsuit for her death and was told her husband would be the only one able to do so even tho he’s nothing to her 3 kids and was also the enabler for her problem why would he deserve this over us ?
answered on Jan 31, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I think what you are referring to is that the spouse has preference of appointment as personal representative (PR) in the probate estate, and the PR is the person who would file the lawsuit.
All is not lost, however. If the spouse... View More
death claims?
answered on Dec 26, 2018
The claim is the same and is about and based upon a finding of medical negligence. The death act speaks to damages available. Thus any attorney will know to comply with medical malpractice presuit requirements and make a claim of negligence if supported by an expert medical opinion.
The... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2018
The damages or enumerated in the statute and does it depends on the survivors relationship the amount of dependency whether there was financial support or just emotional support. If there is a potential lawsuit or claim against somebody for causing the death and there are dependent spouse minor... View More
wrongful death claim or do I have to wait until the criminal matter is resolved?
answered on Nov 26, 2018
So sorry to hear about your loss.
Yes, one may proceed with a wrongful death claim while a criminal charge is pending. The person who brings the claim must be appointed as Personal Representative (PR) of the Estate by the probate court. Only the PR is authorized to pursue claims, settle... View More
because the anesthesiologist was an independent contractor. Is this true?
answered on Nov 12, 2018
You should discuss this case in private with counsel here in Florida.
answered on Sep 26, 2018
Yes. If you have more questions please call my office. 877-475-2905.
- are we able to be a part of it? We don't think she should get all the money.
answered on Sep 14, 2018
Get a consultation with an attorney in your area who does probate law.
answered on Sep 11, 2018
Her spouse may. Technically, the executor of the estate. So an estate may have to be opened. If one isn't opened already, it makes sense to speak with a member of the Fla Justice Assn who handles medical cases to see if there's even a likely case anyone would take. They are expensive and... View More
Does the police leave you alone so you can change clothes and use the bathroom before leaving the house? This tenant was allowed to go change clothes while being evicted, locked the room and took time to make a note, etc. Tenant ended up taking his life.
answered on Aug 20, 2018
Answer to first question: of course, the tenant can ask the police whatever he wishes. Answer to second question: the police have the discretion to give the tenant permission to change clothes and go to the bathroom, and, in this situation, will likely give that courtesy, as the tenant has... View More
answered on Aug 3, 2018
Two years to file the suit. Of course, it's best to start any case as soon as practical. Also, if you're talking about wrongful death due to medical malpractice, there are pre-suit notice requirements.
When i reached out to each of them to share the lawyer fees, neither of them wanted to get involved or put money into the case. I am the one that did all the paperwork, communicating with attorneys, and paid for all the fees. It is in the state of Florida. In addition, my attorneys advised me that... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2018
Family members who may recover damages in a Florida wrongful death case include:
The deceased person’s spouse, children, and parents, and any blood relative or adoptive sibling who is "partly or wholly dependent on the decedent for support or services." If a child is born to... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2018
Yes, in Florida or anywhere else in the United States. Bankruptcy law is federal law, not state law. For exemptions from discharge in bankruptcy, see 11 U.S. Code § 523 - Exceptions to discharge:
https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/11/523
A possible exception to the above... View More
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