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I was married to my husband, Robert Edwin Atchley, for 37 years until he passed away during surgery. Since his passing, I've faced hostility from his family, who have stated I'm no longer recognized as part of the family and have refused to support me financially, despite my ongoing... View More 
answered on Mar 13, 2025
In the State of Tennessee, a will must have signatures from 2 witnesses that will attest that the person is of sound mind and body. Some of the better wills have a notary sign off on the person's signature and the two witnesses. An amendment to a will is a codicil. For a codicil to be... View More
It seems impossible to hold accountable I have so much evidence it’s bigger than Rodney king
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answered on Jun 18, 2024
A Civil Rights Action is a federal case which must be filed as a Government Tort Liability Action (1 year SOL; no jury; caps on damages). Few lawyers even know what kind of suit is required. Start with personal injury attorneys here on Justia, as virtually no criminal attorneys can handle it.
It seems impossible to hold accountable I have so much evidence it’s bigger than Rodney king
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
I understand you're dealing with a very serious situation involving alleged police misconduct. Let me break down some key points and potential legal considerations:
1. Excessive force: If an officer allowed a K9 to attack a handcuffed individual, this could potentially be considered... View More
No police report filed. No damage to my car. Gentleman claims I injured him by striking his door and it hitting his back. Now he has pain and suffering and lost wages.
answered on Jun 2, 2024
If it's still available (difficult to say after three weeks - the time of your original post), you could try to obtain and review video surveillance footage (or your insurance carrier could), if you are confident that you did not hit the door of the other vehicle. As my colleague mentions,... View More
No police report filed. No damage to my car. Gentleman claims I injured him by striking his door and it hitting his back. Now he has pain and suffering and lost wages.
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answered on May 17, 2024
If you have insurance, notify them today of the wreck and claim. If no insurance, expect to lose your TNDL, and hire an attorney to represent you. When served, you might also file a Notice of Exempt Property if you are not rich, which should curtail the plaintiff's enthusiasm. An Answer... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
Under Arkansas law, if you're involved in an accident, whether it's with a tractor-trailer or a Toyota car, the basic principles regarding fault, liability, and the pursuit of damages are generally consistent. The crucial elements to consider include determining who was at fault for the... View More
Insurance company pays her 1044.00 a month. It has never increased she has gotten to old to continue and I will be taking over what are my legal rights for more pay
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answered on Mar 1, 2024
Taking over the care of a family member who is a quadriplegic is a significant responsibility. The financial aspect, including the payment from the insurance company, is crucial for ensuring that your brother receives the care he needs. If the monthly payment of $1,044 has not increased since 1997,... View More
Wilson county police and swat responses to a woman who claimed she was punched in the face and had a chair smashed into her face. When police arrived there were no injuries. The swat team was used to apprehend the person the woman claimed inflicted the injuries when the individual asked if the... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
It's deeply concerning to hear about your partner's situation, especially with the severity of the accusations and the involvement of SWAT based on false claims. False accusations, particularly those leading to a wrongful conviction, are serious matters that can have long-lasting impacts... View More
more pap smears, because all my paps have been normal. I started have retention problems with bladder. Went to ER to have a cather put in. They were not able to insert the Cather. Did a CT scan found a mass on my cervix. I have a 6 centimeter mass on my cervix. I have cervix cancer. There is no... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. In terms of your question about what you can do, one option is to reach out to Tennessee law firms to discuss in further detail. That could answer your first question. A law firm that felt you had the basis for a case could retrieve your patient records and review... View More
My daughter was in an accident. The car and insurance was in my name at the time of the accident. The amount of the claim is $19,500 for hospital bills. My insurance covers up to $25,000 and that is what they are asking for. I do not have any assets or extra income for them to come after. I just... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2024
As my colleague advises, ask your assigned defense attorney for their input. They're going to probably tell you to consult with an outside counsel whose interests are solely yours. But that can cost money. Find out as much as you can from your defense counsel what they foresee in terms of the... View More
My daughter was in an accident. The car and insurance was in my name at the time of the accident. The amount of the claim is $19,500 for hospital bills. My insurance covers up to $25,000 and that is what they are asking for. I do not have any assets or extra income for them to come after. I just... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2024
You likely have a lawyer provided by your insurer if you are at this point. the lawyer should be able to advise you as to your best next step- to provide the affidavit or not- and what to include/ disclose. If you want to get a second opinion - you would probably need to show the affidavit to a... View More
Then he cant be held as a credible witness??!! All testimonies sworn under oath are recorded right?
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answered on Dec 17, 2023
Any hearing in court should be either audio recorded and/or recorded by a court reporter. You could request a transcript of the hearing which could be used to impeach the witness at a later date. Impeaching is the fancy term for calling someone a liar in court by showing the inconsistency in their... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2023
While such a case is possible, there are two hurdles that may be difficult to overcome.
First, you must prove they did something wrong. Bruised can happen without (and with) malpractice.
Second, your harm must be sufficient to warrant a lawsuit and what you describe may not be.
I fell in January and broke ribs 3, 4, and 5. During my initial ER visit, I informed the hospital about pain in my ribs and left hand, but they only checked my ribs. A month later, another clinic diagnosed a fractured pinky on my left hand. The delay caused significant pain and hindered my daily... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2025
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Can you sue? I believe law firms could be reluctant to handle such a case. Not to diminish the pain you went through, but it could depend on what would have been done differently had you received an earlier... View More
I was leaving a parking lot when a person ran out of a store without looking and collided with the side of my car, knocking off the mirror. Initially, she said she wasn't hurt, refused medical attention, and admitted it was her fault. However, she later went to the hospital and filed a report.... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2025
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. No, you would not be at fault in virtually any jurisdiction nationwide under the set of facts you describe. Save that camera evidence and witness statement. If she later changes her story, those things would be... View More
What happens to an 18-year-old who accidentally shoots and kills their friend with their parent's gun if there is an ongoing investigation and negligence might be involved? There are witnesses to the incident, but currently, there are no charges filed.
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answered on Feb 24, 2025
Defendant needs to hire an attorney for advice now, and keep his mouth shut. No computer posts, talking or anything.
In common under family trust and no spouse or will does co owner have right to change locks kick me out have police make me leave and then sell deny and gift items of my and my mother's to others without my signing and denying me entrance by using police to enforce it when I can't afford... View More
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answered on Jan 31, 2025
Hire an attorney now to search the title and determine heirship. If you are an heir file suit for partition.
Probation was restored but warrant wasn’t removed arrested again on same thing from erroneous warrant
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answered on Jan 27, 2025
Government Tort Liability Act cases are difficult, time sensitive and have damage caps. Few lawyers know how to file and try them. Four days of jail will not be worth much, and nothing if an underlying crime conviction was involved. I would not take a GTLA case for a wrongful VOP.
answered on Dec 20, 2024
Thank you for the question. I'm sorry; however, there is really not enough information to provide you with an accurate answer. I guess my question is why did you not turn in an Order of Protection then? You can still go to the local courthouse and file for an Order of Protection. I think... View More
We called an ambulance for our grandmother who was in severe pain, having breathing issues, and had not eaten in almost 3 days and the medical team that came to our home told us that her breathing was OK and her lack of eating wasn't anything to worry about at her age (87). She died a few... View More
answered on Oct 21, 2024
I'm very sorry for the loss of your grandmother. A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your case remains open for a month. The best way to answer your question could be to reach out to Tennessee law firms to try to arrange a consult. Free initial/no-obligation consults are the norm in... View More
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