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Fir a personal injury case. He lied numerous times in court case was dismissed with prejudice. I filed an ethical complaint I just received a letter from my attorney admitting his office committed fraud. What do I do now. New Jersey case.
answered on Nov 17, 2024
Unfortunately you need to contact another attorney as soon as possible, one that specializes in legal malpractice. They are very experienced at pursuing matters where attorneys have either intentionally done something wrong or accidentally done something wrong that has affected your case.... View More 
Fir a personal injury case. He lied numerous times in court case was dismissed with prejudice. I filed an ethical complaint I just received a letter from my attorney admitting his office committed fraud. What do I do now. New Jersey case.
answered on Nov 17, 2024
You need to hire an attorney that practices malpractice law and quickly because just like your personal injury case the statute of limitations is running on your case and if it runs out you will be barred from collecting any money for your loss.
Unfair and predatory billing
answered on May 11, 2024
If you accuse them of predatory billing, you can expect them to withdraw. If they are, in fact, doing so, you would want different attorneys.
You can try asking, politely, to explain the billing, ask particular questions, and discuss the issues.
Preparing false new trial motion dismiss. And preparing false decisions on new trial motions and designed by judges secretary to mislead plaintiff and getting the civil case dismissed.
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
In New Jersey, if you're facing issues of legal misconduct such as hiding legal mail, perjury, and the falsification of court documents, there are specific steps you can take.
Firstly, if these actions are affecting an ongoing civil case, it's important to bring these concerns... View More
I want to find an attorney that will help me with my case and not turn me down because they have relationships with my former attorney.
answered on Dec 13, 2023
If attorneys have a conflict, or other issue with the attorney to be sued, it is proper for them to reject the case.
The attorney that I retained never gave me the written agreement between us for what he should be doing and charging during administration of my mother's estate. I asked him to send me a copy but he never did. When I voiced my dissatisfaction about the services I had acquired. I received a... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2023
The attorney should most certainly provide you a copy. In some States the fee agreement is invalid if you do not get a copy.
Put your request for the fee agreement in writing.
I am severely disabled, I am 5’3”, 90 lbs, broke my spine on their porch, I am getting attacked by 3 grown muscle men and I am scared, frightened. And all the other lies have no basis nor was I allowed to give my side of the events. They basically have it so i can only breathe in here. Please help
answered on Mar 29, 2023
It appears from reading your question that seeking advice from an attorney that pracrices criminal law would be more appropriate. It does not seem to be a matter that mainly involves a tenancy problem.
Unpaid property tax -homeowner became aware of issue in 2019 and began paying taxes since, arrears amount needed to be paid in full - due to Covid and the death of a Trustee, money to pay has been held up in the Trust. Lien holder, township and lawyers for the defendants were aware of situation... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2022
Realistically to provide you with meaningful advice and determine what your options are more information and an in person consultation will be necessary. I am not a legal malpractice attorney, so I cannot comment in that area of the law. However, my practice includes, but is not limited to mortgage... View More
I need advice.. My Father passed away on February 1. He had health conditions but his death was unexpected. Mid-January he had a nephrostomy done. The hospital refused him anesthesia for it because a COVID test was not done then gave him a fentanyl drip instead. I think the effects from this is... View More
answered on Feb 27, 2022
I'm very sorry for the loss of your father. For your question as to whether to pursue, that's a personal decision and it could additionally hinge on whether a law firm identifies the basis for a medical malpractice claim - that generally involves the input of an opinion from a medical... View More
I have a workers'comp case. I do not believe my lawyer represented me adequately. There were plenty of inconsistencies that weren't addressed.
I was asked,by my lawyer,to settle my case even though my injuries weren't completely final.
The case has been ongoing since... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2022
There is no right to a jury trial in workers compensation.
The same judge that would make a recommendation for a settlement is the same judge that would try your case and make a decision.
You are best off paying another WC attorney for a 2nd opinion.
Taxes for a property of the estate has not been paid for over a year resulting in a tax sale being issued on the property. I have reached out to the counsel of the estate representative to inform them of the unpaid tax and tax sale notices multiple times and they have ignored my messages.... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2021
This is not a family law question and should be answered / directed to an estate lawyer to guide you on your rights in addressing the obligations of those responsible for administration of the estate.
Can a physician use an exam from 7 months ago, that was performed for another purpose, to declare somebody incapacitated
answered on Mar 19, 2021
I dont know what purpose you are looking to have someone viewed as incompetent or incapacitated, but it sounds like it is either an estate issue or a medical malpractice issue and in either setting, you should meet with a certified specialist by the NJ Supreme Court. When running a google search,... View More
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answered on Feb 11, 2021
That is not the function of a Judge. What you really need to do is to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to represent you. There is nothing even remotely resembling legal malpractice. Besides, how do you know what a Judge possesses? Even if that is true, that does not mean it is admissible... View More
They are immigration attorneys and made a mistake regarding my immigration status in the US.
Should the letter be notarized, legalized, etc.? I will need to file that letter with new attorneys/immigration offices/government office, and therefore, I would like to make sure that letter will... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2020
This reads like a very complicated challenge that should be handled by another attorney who knows what they are doing. Much more information is needed, but rather quickly. Justia.com is not geared to do anything other than encourage you to hire another attorney in such situations.
At... View More
Since my immigration attorneys’ office is in state A, I live in state B, and they filed paperwork with the Texas USCIS office, I would like to know which state’s statute of limitations should be considered in case I sued them for legal malpractice.
Many thanks for your help and support
answered on Nov 5, 2020
It may depend upon any written agreement that you had with your attorney. You 'may' have agreed to file a lawsuit exclusively in his State. It may potentially depend upon the law in your state or the state where the attorney is considered to be doing business, which may also include... View More
A member (35%) ownership wanted to sell an income producing property. The member gave power of atty to their son who put the property on the market with a licensed real estate agent. The other members each owning 34.5 % each (65% total) were opposed. There wan never a meeting in person or over... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2020
Without a court order if the other parties disagree this would be improper. The other 2 members should definitely get a lawyer to protect their rights.
I had an L visa. The lawyers hired by my spouse’s company were supposed to file an extension petition with the USCIS for me since we were to return home 2 weeks after my I-94 expiration. However, they did not file the petition properly. Therefore, the USCIS sent a Notice of Deficiency to them,... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2020
It would be worth your while to at least register a bar complaint against any attorney you feel acted in bad faith. As far as a lawsuit, your best bet would be to consult with an attorney regarding the facts in the case to get an idea if that would be effective.
My attorney created a new fictitious QDRO and submitted it to the opposing party and State for approval without the consent or knowledge of the client. I had already provided them with an approved copy - post-judgement. It is further complicated because my ex liquefied her pension post-judgement... View More
answered on May 26, 2020
Short answer is that you need to sit down with a family law specialist to review the various documents involved to figure out what action needs to take place to sort out this mess and then, based on the advice given, you can figure out if your ex improperly liquidated the marital portion of her... View More
My friend sold her business to me but it’s still in her name. I can’t change my name because of other reason but Tax responsibility 100% is mine, but I want to have a legal binding document that can create a bond of trust between us. I want to write a kind of promissory note show that if IRS... View More
answered on May 5, 2020
The issues presented are as follows:
1. protecting your friend from the IRS in the event of a triggering event for liability,
2. give your friend confidence that she is properly protected from liability AND
3. guarantee that its your business and that if its successful,... View More
11 years in surgery surgon messed up on my stomach
answered on Feb 29, 2020
You should be able to arrange that. Medical malpractice lawyers typically provide free initial consults. You could look for lawyers on this site (Find-a-Lawyer), or conduct your own independent searches. Good luck
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