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answered on Jul 24, 2023
If your unresponsive relative is unable to make a decision regarding power of attorney, you'll need to go through the Probate Court. By petitioning the court, you can be appointed as their guardian and/or conservator. Guardians are responsible for the relative's physical wellbeing,... View More 
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answered on Jul 13, 2023
A jail is required to provide prescribed medication to an individual with mental health needs within 24 hours of admission. The jail is responsible for ensuring that necessary medications are administered as prescribed, taking into account any medical or mental health conditions of the individual.
I thought it had to be a judge? I want to file a lawsuit against the hospital for keeping me against my will where it was just a doctor who made me be there.
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answered on Apr 20, 2023
You will have to hire an attorney. With a health provider, it is unfortunately a medical malpractice case. Federal Court might have jurisdiction.
Went to the ER with a family member because I was suicidal. They had someone talk to me on an iPad and an hour later they moved me to the “ psychiatric hold area” I was there for 3 days and then sent to a psychiatric facility. When I got there the Dr asked me if I wanted to stay, I said yes. I... View More
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answered on Jan 25, 2023
It sounds like you may have been there voluntarily. You can ask the hospital for your medical records and see what is in those records. That would be a good start.
I am Durable POA for my son. I have dealt with his banking, IRS, SSI and none of them had a problem with my POA document. I am having a really hard time trying to retrieve his recent medical records for SSI. The facility is saying my document isn't all there. There's 4 pages with my name,... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2023
Matter Of Fact is not an Attorney-In-Fact nor an agent for the Principal. Hire a competent attorney to examine the executed POA and advise. Is your Son of age? Did the Notary execute it properly? Did the Principal initial all non-signed pages? A new, properly executed instrument is probably in... View More
IF THERE IS A HEALTH CODE VIOLATION WHERE A PERSON IS LIVING IN A HOUSE WITH NO WORKING SEPTIC OR TOILET IS AND AN ATTORNEY HAS BEEN GIVEN KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ARE THEY OBLIGATED TO REPORT THIS TO THE PROPER PEOPLE?
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answered on Dec 8, 2022
No.
I visited this dentist over two years ago and they apparently made a billing error with the change over to a new system. I never received a bill. I had been seeing a different dentist and I recently decided to go back to this office. I made an appointment and was informed of a $250 balance. I... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2022
SOL has not run on that services charge yet. You might compute your balance and then call them offering payment of the same. Do not send a check, but use a money order. Otherwise they will know where to collect a judgment.
It's a 5 speed truck and it rolled into the road. It wasn't started and was in the off position. They charged me with DUI and impeding traffic. Is this consistent with the law? I was curious because of the good Samaritan law
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answered on Aug 4, 2022
TN has always prosecuted anyone for DUI that had the capability of driving or the LEO suspected he had been driving earlier.
answered on Jul 31, 2022
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to discuss with a Tennessee attorney who could address state-specific health care law, the basic rule nationwide is that a doctor is generally free to dismiss a patient (unless it involves... View More
they are changing the order of my documentation hence getting claims denied
new provider owned practice, been opened a year
answered on Jul 24, 2022
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It doesn't make sense for a provider or billing company to jeopardize payment for medical services by submitting procedures (or supporting documentation) out of sequence; further, the claims examiner should... View More
Hand delivered, with a signature, 68 requests for patient’s medical records, 12 weeks later we have not heard anything. Wrote an email and received a reply requesting $400 for the records. Is this legal?
answered on Feb 19, 2022
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. As a general matter nationwide, medical offices or their chart management vendors do charge fees for medical records. If the file is small, some offices provide free records as a courtesy. There are public health... View More
I have a history of light hurting my eyes and not being able to fully open my eyes on a sunny day, or even keeping the lights in my home at maximum brightness. I sometimes get fatigued from too much light and get tired fairly quickly from the excess light. I was hoping to become exempt from the... View More
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answered on Jul 13, 2021
That Rule of the Road Statute applies to all drivers. An exemption is not possible.
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answered on Jun 14, 2021
There is no perfect way to protect assets, but the sooner the better. Consult with a competent attorney about risks and Deed options.
LPC assault a minor child in a parking lot.
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answered on May 1, 2021
It should not if the LPC gets a competent attorney. The charge needs to be Diverted, Dismissed and Expunged. It is possible the Regulatory Agency will never know.
I settled over an $800+ bill in court and paid it off. Now the same collection agency on behalf of the same hospital, is saying i owe another $1900+ from previous service dates before the aforemention $800+ bill. Is this even legal? What should i do?
answered on Aug 11, 2020
Could be legal. Sounds like you only settled one bill. Without seeing the other bills, it's hard to say whether they can collection for various issues including statutes of limitations. Consult local counsel to best determine your options.
I work at a retail store as a pharmacy technician. I have ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I take medication for all of these conditions, and for the most part, I feel they’re under control and that I do my job reasonably well. I’ve always been pretty upfront about my struggles, so they're... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2020
I'm sorry for your ordeal and that your post remains open for five weeks. At this point, you could consider reaching out to Tennessee employment attorneys to discuss your matter in confidence. The format here is brief general questions, and your description seems more complex than something... View More
My divorce was final June 3ed after many delays. No formal notice was issued to my spouse.
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answered on Jun 22, 2020
There is no 30 day rule. I assume you are talking about an Appeal or setting aside the MDA. You were supposed to inform the Spouse of the Termination Of Insurance. In effect, you have lied to the Court. The Spouse has grounds to Set Aside the Divorce, possibly up to 1 year from Judgment.
Hello, I am a Pharmacist in Tennessee, and I want to start an online pharmacist consulting business involving reviewing patient's medications, recommending optimal therapy based on best evidence, answering drug information questions and providing cost-savings by finding cheaper alternatives... View More
answered on May 18, 2020
You are likely in need of a business attorney to advise regarding these points. I recommend you consult with an attorney for detailed answers to these questions and deeper discussions of potential legal risks in this new business plan and ways you may mitigate that risk.
The law generally... View More
I'm married and polyamorous, my boyfriend was forced to sign over his legal rights to his family because he's disabled. His family recently decided to control everything he does, including a rule that he has to update them on where he goes. He's 25 and fully functioning. He wants to... View More
answered on May 8, 2020
Normally, a power of attorney can simply be ended by the rejection of the POA. However, it this is court ordered as you question suggests, he will need to retain counsel, file a petition and have a hearing to prove the POA is no longer needed.
this is the second time make me concerned about the vaccine,my nephew went to different doctor and he got 4 shots,but my baby only got 2,i just want to make sure my baby got enough vaccines for living healthy,
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