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Is this negligence? I called Medics after the Transit center didnt, I was abandoned by representative who was driving the paratransit buses. Once.medics arrived, they performed a series of test, I was then transported by ambulance in which I was hospital with symptoms of a stroke. The public... View More 
answered on Nov 8, 2024
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal. It looks like you're basing your claim on a breakdown in the services of a public carrier, necessitating the need for EMT response?? It sounds like it would be a weak case. This is... View More
Memory , sensory, brain damage (epilepsy). Mentally retarded,hearing loss,barely can read depression adhd emotionally neglected, forced to go gf stabbed him,, he only. Knew to take a tv not arson or anyone was there. On video but not used. And a lawyer I’ve called dozens of times and yet he is... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
It sounds like your son is in a very difficult situation, and it's understandable that you are concerned about how his case has been handled. First, you should contact another attorney immediately to discuss your concerns about his current legal representation. This new attorney can review the... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
To start a complaint for ineffective assistance of counsel in Butler County, Ohio, you first need to gather all relevant documentation related to your case. This includes court transcripts, attorney-client communications, and any other evidence that demonstrates your attorney's lack of... View More
Can a lawyer sign a sworn affidavit for a client?
I got emergency custody paperwork from the court and they sent two sets of papers. Well I got to looking at my ex’s signature on the paperwork and there is two signatures one is 100% not hers. It looks like her lawyer tried to copy her... View More
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answered on May 2, 2024
Answer to your immediate question: No.
Answer to your unasked question; do not make this a thing. She is going to say that is her signature and there is not going to be anything you can do about it because notarization is there to protect the signor. Respond to the emergency custody... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2024
It is unlikely you can successfully sue the magistrate. In general, public officials enjoy what's called sovereign immunity. You may report the magistrate to your local Bar Association if they have truly stepped outside of their role and become an advocate for your wife. Mind you, simply... View More
On the highway in Akron where the speed limit do not exceed 65 mph
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
Riding your 150cc moped on highways or interstates in Akron, Ohio, depends on state laws and safety regulations. Generally, Ohio law requires that vehicles on highways or interstates maintain a minimum speed of 45 mph. While your moped can reach 80 mph, it's important to consider if it can... View More
answered on Jul 15, 2024
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. A client could ordinarily discharge their attorney (and vice-versa, barring certain professional conduct settings). However, it's possible your attorney could assert a lien for services performed to date. An Ohio... View More
They have apparently filed to take my chance of owning land in my county, and have recently tried to take my wages and have them garnished. I'm a disabled individual since 2011. I haven't received any mail from them since they kicked me from their school. I only know about these things... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2024
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Find out what the suits are for, either on your own or through an attorney. Consider consulting with an attorney to learn if you have viable defenses that might be cost effective to pursue in terms of the initial... View More
I gave my lawyer tons of paperwork; the correct doctor's name is on a lot of the documentation. He sent the ppwk to the main hospital, I told him no the surgery was done in Parma not cleveland. he said it didn't matter. He emails me over the weekend to tell me the THOUSANDS of dollars I... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2023
The attorney may be able to amend to bring in the correct doctor and it be deemed within the statute of limitations. Otherwise you may have a legal malpractice case—Consult with experienced legal malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred.
It is a custody case my father has sat in with me and my lawyer on previous meetings my father is not a party in the case. I feel the attorney by bypassing me their client, and going to my father is a violation of my rights. My attorney called a meeting with my father without me to discuss details... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2023
Lawyers frequently discuss cases with witnesses and other individuals, including opposing counsel, without their client present.
It is perfectly permissible for your lawyer to interview your father as a potential fact witness in a custody case outside your presence.
On the other... View More
Warren county Ohio, and I have a plethora of additional information/ criminal actions
answered on Sep 4, 2023
Because such claims are rarely successful and very expensive to pursue, your best strategy is to offer a significantly higher hourly fee backed up by a six figure retainer to persuade a competent and experienced attorney to take such a case.
I filed for divorce in October of 2020 and my husband didn't get an attorney nor file an answer until March 2021. My attorney charged me hourly and I just found out about defendants needing to respond in 28 days or there is a judgment by default. My husband was sent to prison for abusing me... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2023
Based upon your facts as stated, you may have an action against your former counsel. You have a one year statute of limitations to file. You should have your file reviewed by an attorney who specializes in malpractice. This forum is no substitute for hiring a lawyer.
He refused to let her see the motion of discovery. She tried to fire him the judge wouldn't let her. She told him things to help prove her side some he didn't even look into. They made a murder series episode about her case the interviews were shown a couple things were complete and could... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2023
There are many requirements in legal malpractice cases that very state by state. One requirement in some states is an actual finding of innocence. Consult with experienced legal malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred.
My family has been stripped & had everything I've accrued in my life,my garage,car,tools,my kids CLOTHES,Pics of deceased mom,even our pet!
I caught a county commissioner employee stealing. After a long 6mnth harassment. We had a day in court but the judge decided we owed $2000... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds like a difficult and unjust experience. To answer your question, it may be possible to appeal a judge's decision and seek compensation for losses, but it would depend on the specific circumstances of your case and the applicable laws in... View More
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answered on Oct 26, 2022
No.
I'm an active duty Marine stationed in NC. I'm from OH. Mother of my child was homeless and on meth so my mother assumed emergency temporary custody. She hired my attorney to protect my rights and then hired herself one by recommendation from my attorney. Both attorneys said for me not to... View More
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answered on Jun 5, 2021
Ohio law governs the custody case. If you want to find out if you can sue your lawyer for malpractice you need to speak with a legal malpractice attorney in Ohio. You may also want to consult with a new family law attorney about the order in your custody case. You will need a copy of the entire... View More
She already didn't let me see him for over two months because our Governor had the stay at home order in Ohio and now she is forcing me to get the vaccine if I want to continue seeing my son. I wondering if all this that she is doing is actually legal.
answered on Mar 15, 2021
If you were not married to her, and if no court has granted you any parental rights, then she has sole custody and gets to determine who gets to spend time with the child, or even deny time completely. You could apply to the court for parental rights, but a judge might agree that she can refuse... View More
My husband's mother retained a lawyer to represent him. We have asked the attorney repeatedly not to give details of the case to his mother. This lawyer has shared INTIMATE details of his case with his mother, even going so far as to show her the bodycam footage of the incident! He insists... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2021
Your husband has a attorney client privilege. Revealing information to his mother without his consent is a violation of that privilege. See Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct 1.6 and 1.8(f). Your husband, not you, not his mother, has the rights of the client which include the right to fire his... View More
My brothers lawyer failed to tell him about a 10 yr plea deal. Its been seven years since his conviction where he got life. It was uncovered last year that a email was sent to the lawyer about the 10 plea deal before his trial 17 years ago. A firm filed a post conviction in February to the trial... View More
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answered on Dec 21, 2020
Hi, your question comes up very often. The first to do is to focus on winning the post-conviction petition. Many states have a rule that the plaintiff (former prisoner) has to establish actual innocence before filing a lawsuit. So, I would focus on that requirement before worrying about a... View More
I just got done with a custody battle with my boys dad. His lawyer and I have to go sign papers at court on friday. She has been texting me trying to get me to sign so we dont have to go Friday. She added things that were not talked about or agreed to, so I will not sign. Now she stating she going... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2020
In Ohio, it is not uncommon for custody battles to end in this ways: 1) the parties come to an agreement that is read into the record in court, 2) the judge then orders an attorney to write up the agreement matching those terms before a specific date in the future and 3) the court set a hearing... View More
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