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answered on Oct 17, 2024
Yes. The standard of proof for an arrest is relatively low; the fact that the person may not be mentally sound is a defense to the charge, but not something that would prevent the charge from actually being made. Once the case makes it to court, the individual's attorney could then assert... View More 
If he would’ve filed with my insurance company, I would not have had to pay anything, because I was over my deductible and out-of-pocket limits. From what I’ve found, he is in violation of Georgia law. Please advise.
answered on Sep 7, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a GENERAL PRACTICE nationwide, if the delay was due to awaiting things from patient - providing signature on an assignment of benefit, providing insurance info, patient agreed to valid lien, etc., it's on... View More
Minor daughter taken to local ER/ placed on hold and transported to Mental hospital. Billed 5256, insurance paid 1329 and a bill was sent to my minor child for 3927 for the difference and they will not work with it or waive it.
answered on Aug 21, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's difficult to say what the balance legally owed should be without seeing the bill and EOB. As a starting point, you could request insurance company's denial or EOB. That should at least outline which... View More
The school board went and filed a pre warrant for our arrest and now have to go to court, the lady came by house last Thursday school was closed Friday and Monday she asked me to get medical records/document from doctor excusing my child for unexcused absences,I said I would, I went that Friday but... View More
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answered on Mar 14, 2024
Facing legal action for your child's school absences under these circumstances can be incredibly stressful. However, when medical documentation is provided to explain absences due to a serious health condition like cancer, it significantly affects the situation. The court typically considers... View More
I went to my doctor's appointment at my PCP doctor and she could see i was in distress because of a fall i had. So she calls 911 and told them to take me to Emory at John's Creek hospital the ambulance driver then told her due to a new bill they passed they can take me to the nearest... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
In situations like yours, the actions of ambulance services are often governed by specific protocols and laws. These protocols may prioritize taking patients to the nearest hospital, especially in emergency situations, to ensure prompt medical attention. This approach is commonly followed to reduce... View More
Hello! I am close to opening my telehealth business and looking to connect with a lawyer who can help answer some questions related to Georgia telehealth laws and reviewing the consent forms I put together. ( GA medical board has been slow to get clarity on the questions I have )
Thank you!
answered on Dec 19, 2023
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It may have gone unanswered because it is deeper in scope than most quick, general questions here. It may be something that could involve a consult. In terms of reviewing forms, the format here isn't geared... View More
Medical negligence... I almost died from internal bleeding during an emergency c-section on 10/16/22.
answered on Oct 29, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal. You could reach out to Georgia attorneys to discuss. I do not practice in Georgia, but from information which is readily available online, it appears that the statute of limitations... View More
answered on May 15, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. One option is to review whether the ready-made templates for POAs out there serve your needs. Another is to consult with an attorney and discuss terms for drafting a standard POA. Good luck
Do the reporting requirements of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 preempt a Vermont state statute regarding reporting requirements as applied to a self-insured employee health plan? The case is in regards to the decision "Gobeille v. Liberty Mutual. I need to explain and... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2024
A starting point could be to look up the decision online. Some cases could be the subject of blogs and law journal articles, where quality analysis of a case exists - IF the central issues were noteworthy. It could be worth checking. Good luck
My sister is currently in the hospital due to getting very sick and is not getting discharged until March 2024, she's unable to speak due to having a tracheostomy tube. Our father is currently her Power of Attorney due to him having to do things on her behalf. The problem is the step mother of... View More
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
Under California law, a Power of Attorney (POA) grants an individual the authority to act on behalf of another person in financial and legal matters. However, the ability to file a police report on behalf of another individual is generally not included in the typical powers granted by a standard... View More
My elderly mother’s name and that they knew her.
answered on Dec 6, 2023
A Georgia attorney could advise best, as your remedies could be governed by state law, but your question remains open for three weeks. At this point, one option could be to try to set up a free initial consult with attorneys who handle privacy-related matters, and possibly health care... View More
More info can be provided once I'm guided in the correct direction of a lawyer who practices with confirmed and clear violation of the hipaa laws.
The person has been terminated from their medical position and this has caused excessive personal anguish.
answered on Oct 2, 2023
You may have found an attorney by now, as your question was posted two weeks ago. But if you're still looking, in addition to your own independent searches, there's a tab above, "Find a Lawyer." Local and state bar associations may also have sections for attorney referrals.... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
Doctors and healthcare providers in Georgia are generally allowed to ask and record information related to your income in your health records or care notes if it is relevant to your medical treatment or care. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) allows for the collection... View More
I am the claimant. My employer set me up with the doctor when I had long haul covid. The doctor rescheduled every appointment and then wouldn’t provide office visit notes. The same doctor has lost his license in other states and is noted for accepting ‘more money than. 79% or other doctors for... View More
answered on Aug 11, 2023
It is very common for insurers and administrators for employer provided short-term disability to use 3rd party medical reviewers as part of the claim process. These 3rd party medical record reviewers generally do not have a direct relationship with the insured. They are hired and paid by the... View More
The NCP hasn't paid their portion of any medical/dental copays (all documented w receipts in OFW) until after contempt was filed. The order has been changed and modified since but paying 50/50 of copays has remained the same. They state that they do not owe anything prior to the new order.... View More
answered on Aug 7, 2023
We can't say what they owe or don't owe because we don't know your case, haven't seen your orders, and haven't seen any documentation. If they were to pay a share of uncovered medical prior to the new order and they didn't, then they do owe. But you also said you had... View More
An can I refuse to let the aid in my home ?
answered on Jun 27, 2023
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. It could depend on the terms of your contract. Check the provisions for termination or cancellation. Good luck
Got into a disagreement with my boyfriend which led to a heated argument. I was struck in the head. I called the police and he was charged with aggravated assault - family violence. I'm looking to drop the charges. I understand this is at the DA's discretion. I looked into affidavit for... View More
answered on May 5, 2023
This is my core practice area, and he needs a strong lawyer at a minimum. You may benefit from independent counsel as well, since the State can be very aggressive leaning on alleged victims during the case.
ANYTHING you say to the State can get twisted and turned around, so be VERY... View More
My 83 yr old Dad was in a local nursing home, positive for Covid on 3/23. Told multiple times he was good. Visited on 26, I asked nurse how he was, told fine but I found him unresponsive. I asked for help with him but only nurse was giving meds and none of 3 CNA at desk would answer when used call... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2023
This is a situation where it may be an excellent elder abuse case. Consult with experienced elder abuse attorneys.
We own a physical therapy practice and established a medical lien for PT services with our client and their attorney in 2016 after a MVA. We routinely followed up as to the status of the claim with their office repeatedly reporting “no settlement at this time.” The claim went on for years and... View More
answered on Nov 4, 2022
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You are seeking counsel according to your post, but it could be difficult for attorneys to reach out to you. The format here is limited to Q & A. This forum doesn't operate like an attorney referral... View More
Was served papers that I am being sued from the local hospital for services that were received over a year ago. I talked to the billing department over a year ago about the bill, asked the lady to call me back as I was at work. Never received a call back. Now I am being sued for $1,096. What should... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2022
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until a Georgia attorney could advise on specific state law about SOLs for collection, you could try to learn more details about the collection action. If the hospital's collection efforts are still timely,... View More
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