I used the biotin shampoo and conditioner for years and had dramatic hair loss until I stopped using it recently. How can I apply for a lawsuit?
Sorry to hear what you went through. Unless your hair loss was permanent, a products liability lawsuit would probably not be warranted given the costs associated with such lawsuits. You should consider just writing to the manufacturer and asking for a full refund. Moreover, it appears biotin... Read more »
They are requesting medical therapies that I have went to after my accident. What is the meaning of this trial authorizations.
Without actually seeing the forms, it sounds like they are authorizations to obtain medical records. This is one of the formalities when attorneys exchange medical records - the patient signs an authorization to permit retrieval of the records. But your attorney could explain the forms in the best... Read more »
Then defendant filed appeal judge still denied appeal ! Now there’s something filed by court that says remitturr! There was no trial yet ! How can judge reduce award or verdict when there was no trial yet?????? We have not went to trial as of yet but the last entry by court was remitturr I... Read more »
I think you posted this question a few days ago. Remittitur is the process by which the Court reduces a jury's verdict. If your case never went to trial (either in front of a judge or a jury) then there would arguably be no verdict for the Court to reduce. Assuming you are representing... Read more »
I'm very sorry this happened to you. If you're seeking an attorney, it might be more productive to use the Find-a-Lawyer feature above. The Q & A format here is unlike an attorney referral service, where an attorney would come forth to offer services. The format here is instead geared... Read more »
Is it likely that a settlement number will be discussed or is it likely that there will be more settlement conferences! Discovery is finish and all appeals to get the case thrown out has been denied! Should I expect a number from the Attourney? Or will there be more settlement conferences thank you
It depends. Have you ever made a settlement demand? That's usually the first step in any settlement negotiations. If this is the first time your case is on for a settlement conference then it's not likely that the defendant will have any authority to offer money as getting the... Read more »
If you're asking whether you can sue your parents for emotional distress, the short answer is no. Short of physical abuse, a court is not going to second guess parents on how best to raise a child. Here's an article I found online which you might find useful,... Read more »
My Attourney haven’t said that there was an offer yet. Just wondering if an offer likely is on the table already thank you, the opposing counsel lost summary judgement and the appeal for summary judgement was also denied does the case settle for an additional amount went summary judgement and the... Read more »
Remittitur is the process by which a court reduces a jury's verdict on damages (as opposed to additur, the process by which a court increases a jury's verdict). If this happened on your case it means that the jury returned a verdict in your favor. If the Court granted the... Read more »
Hospitals knowledge of errors made after asking patient for her wrist, to look at ID Bracelet. Sudden room change, bed and all down hall across from psychiatrists/nursing staff front desk. Reason? Was told a emergency came in. The emergency discovered years later due to fraud concealment and... Read more »
An attorney who works with medical malpractice cases would be able to evaluate such a case. It could sometimes require a considerable level of evaluation to determine whether negligence rises to the level of criminal negligence. This appears to be a complex case and would likely require detailed... Read more »
Also does this mean generally there was an offer discussed already? Thank you
You're most welcome. Congratulations on your case reaching the Special Trial Part. It's not for me to say the award was excessive. I cannot advise here, as you are represented by an attorney. I can only say that as a GENERAL matter in an informative context, remittiturs can arise when a... Read more »
Then the defendant filed for an appeal now the appeal was denied ! The judge ruled remmitture. I’m not sure what that means can someone help ! Is this good for me I read remitture means my lawyer has to accept a lower settlement! Is this true. Please help
As a general matter, there is the term remittitur, which is loosely the way you put it - a judge lowering an award. But there's more to it, and if your case reached the Special Trial Part, meaningful guidance at this point can be beyond the general scope of a general question and answer board... Read more »
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Also stated it's against Nuremberg trials that concluded a medical procedure can not be forced upon me.
Umm... No. With all due respect, you'll just sound like a crazy person if you cite to a quotation from the Nuremberg Trials in response to being asked to wear a mask (presumably, for the purpose of preventing the proliferation of COVID-19). Private businesses can operate however they'd... Read more »
Went to get all four wisdom teeth pulled. Surgeon randomly suggested using laughing gas over IV anesthesia. Then, promised myself and my mother that he would add IV if I began feeling pain. Nurse put a little thing that sat on my nose to give me laughing gas. Began to feel it a bit but all surgeon... Read more »
Sorry to hear that the extraction of your wisdom teeth was an unpleasant experience. Unfortunately, the temporary pain and discomfort you experienced during the extraction will not justify bringing a dental malpractice lawsuit. Given the high cost of bringing dental malpractice lawsuits, they... Read more »
What is the STP part. Is that a settlement part it says special trial part , I thought this part was suppose to go to trial. Can someone explain. Thank you
STP is the last stop in the court process, and it is from there that cases are sent out for jury selection and trial. As I am sure you are aware, the Covid pandemic shut down the court system for months, and jury trials only very recently began again, and on a very limited basis. Unfortunately for... Read more »
My complaint against billion+dollar US/Canadian company was investigated by NYS Dept.Labor:company admitted 'guilt' & Dept. determined 'guilty', fined & penalized. NYS Dept. lead investigator informed me that because company already admitted guilt (IE: violated NYS Mold... Read more »
Hi. That is a very interesting fact pattern. You definitely want to consult with an attorney prior to settling a potential action. We are happy to provide you with a free consultation, as I’m sure many others are as well.
All the best. Stay safe, have a great weekend.
Jon
Review the enrollment contract. There could be terms and provisions (or disclaimers) that address such issues. Different schools could have different policies. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
She fractured her ankle! Workers comp settled with her ! Her Attourney is now suing the owner of the building there was defected floor on the store that caused this fracture! It’s been since 2017 he doesn’t call you have to call him ! We reached him and he said there was an offer that was so... Read more »
I agree with Mr. Green; it is not unusual for a law firm to carry cases that date back to 2017. But it's worth keeping in mind that these types of cases can sometimes be contentious. The burden is upon you to demonstrate negligence, an engineering defect, or other factor that should place... Read more »
Dana is a plaintiff in a personal injury case. Jeff is Dana's close friend. He was with her when she was injured by an allegedly defective hedge cutter and can provide evidence that supports Dana's claims. Jeff orally assures Dana on many occasions that he will testify on her behalf.... Read more »
Yes, a witness can be unavailable if they are on vacation. If you go to the Federal Rules of Evidence, Rule 804, that should get you pointed in the right direction. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
New York Southern District Supreme Court in a medical malpractice case, civil action
Here's a form I found on the Southern District's website, https://www.nysd.uscourts.gov/forms/subpoena-appear-and-testify-hearing-or-trial-civil-action If you are representing yourself pro se, you will need the clerk to sign off on the subpoena.
Pulled out of the parking spot abruptly I tried to turn away but he struck us on the scooter knocking both of us off. My daughter is ok with scrapes on her knees and her leg is sore took her to the emergency right away, myself scrapes and bruises as well. Should I reach out to a lawyer, thank you... Read more »
I'm sorry about your accident, but I'm glad you and your daughter were both able to walk away from it. You could reach out to a lawyer - it costs you nothing because most firms that handle these types of cases offer free initial consults. Depending on your injuries, you may or may not... Read more »
2 on both shoulders and 1 on my hip my hip is stated to need future replacement! My case is in the stp part Bronx ny the defendant filed summary judgement and the judge denied it is that good for me ? And does the denial of summary judgement means I can sue for additional amount! Lastly is this... Read more »
I'm sorry for the serious injuries you sustained here in this accident. These are really questions that your attorney would be able to address best. This is not meant to evade your question, but it is because your case sounds like a complex one and your file has probably grown thick over the... Read more »
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