Your current state is Virginia
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answered on Dec 3, 2023
Filing a lawsuit against a county in California requires several specific steps. First, you need to determine the legal basis for your lawsuit. This involves identifying the specific actions or inactions by the county that you believe have harmed you and how they violated the law or your rights.... View More 
answered on Nov 16, 2023
Blood testing is very specific. Routine blood tests for a diabetic have the primary purpose of determining a blood sugar level. It is entirely reasonable that an entirely unrelated disease like cancer would only be identified in something akin to an annual checkup or in response to specific... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2023
One possibility is that the medical provider was not screening for cancer. They and the lab that handles their bloodwork have protocols they need to follow - based on the scope of the physician's examination, diagnosis, medical coding, plausible test parameters, and insurance carrier fee... View More
He was on a motorcycle goin estimate 15 mph over speed limit. Woman ran red light and he hit the side of her car and it killed him. She has 5 previous dwi's, 3+ driving on suspended/revoked and was driving on suspended/revoked when she killed him. I don't think she had insurance.... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2023
The criminal charges, if any, will be at the discretion of the Prosecuting Attorney. It takes time for them to file the charges because they have to gather evidence and determine the appropriate charge(s) to ensure conviction. The family will likely be contacted to provide a victim impact statement... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In New Mexico, as in many states, a person can be found guilty of first-degree murder even if they did not physically commit the act, if they were an accomplice or played a significant role in the planning or execution of the crime. This is known as "felony murder" or "accomplice... View More
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answered on Nov 11, 2023
In California, lawsuits involving Child Protective Services (CPS), especially those as serious as a wrongful death case, are typically handled by attorneys with expertise in civil rights and government liability law. These attorneys often have experience in dealing with state agencies and... View More
I am in need of a legal team to file for discovery and determine if a wrongful death law suit could be brought in the State of Texas regarding a fatal trucking accident wherein my brothers' cab of his semi seems to have been side swiped by the trailer of the truck in front of him, pinning him... View More
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answered on Nov 8, 2023
Yes, a company can be sued by someone who is not represented by an attorney; this is known as proceeding pro se. However, wrongful death cases, particularly those involving truck accidents, can be complex and often require a deep understanding of both state laws and federal regulations governing... View More
What type of crime would that be?
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answered on Nov 7, 2023
If someone kicked you and caused a miscarriage, this could be prosecuted under various criminal laws, depending on the jurisdiction. In Oklahoma, for example, the assailant may face charges ranging from assault and battery to manslaughter or a specific offense under laws protecting the unborn. The... View More
Indictment reduced from felony murder to involuntary manslaughter.
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answered on Nov 3, 2023
A blind plea is a non-negotiated plea. The defendant and the state do not agree on what the sentence should be. On a blind plea, the prosecution will argue what the defendant should be sentenced to, and then the defense argues for what they believe the sentence should be. After, the judge will make... View More
Does the use of a crowbar constitute violent entry? I was home alone and I'm 80 years old. Could I be prosecuted for homicide?
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answered on Oct 28, 2023
Under California law, you have the right to defend yourself and others in your home from an imminent threat of death or great bodily injury, which is often referred to as the "Castle Doctrine." If someone breaks into your home, particularly at night, using a tool like a crowbar, it can be... View More
The laws and exceptions to extend are different for each state I believe. So would I have time to extend in Illinois if I can prove the plaintiff was legally incompetent at time of injury and the defendant was out of state? How can I file the extension before the statute expires?
answered on Oct 27, 2023
The answer to this question would depend, in part, on whether the Plaintiff was under a "legal disability" at the time of the injury, as Illinois law provides for an "exception" to the general statute of limitations rule, with respect to people with a "legal... View More
I may be able to enter into the Camp Lejeune lawsuit on behalf of my late father, but I am also not on speaking terms with my mother, and if she will receive the proceeds from any settlement then I'm not going to bother with it. Also would I need to be executor of his estate to file?
answered on Oct 18, 2023
The estate needs to bring the action for the claim. If your father passed without a will, then the Michigan intestacy laws will apply. This means that your mother, if married to your father at his time of death, will receive most of the assets of the estate. More information and facts would need... View More
Is she still entitled to get social security ?? She has never been adopted she was raised by her mother my son's x girl friend
answered on Oct 8, 2023
If your son legally relinquished his paternal rights to the child, her rights were terminated. You are represented by Indiana counsel in your wrongful death suit concerning your son. This is a question for your attorney. Your attorney may think it best to provide the information to the Court... View More
Isn't it mandatory when people are killed. They also did not give us any info on the driver. And how long can they wait to give us the police report ? Its been 2 months is there a time limit?
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
I'm truly sorry to hear about your tragic accident.
In California, it's not universally mandatory for law enforcement to test drivers for drugs or alcohol in every accident, though they typically will if there's reason to suspect impairment.
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Isn't it mandatory when people are killed. They also did not give us any info on the driver. And how long can they wait to give us the police report ? Its been 2 months is there a time limit?
answered on Oct 6, 2023
With a death, especially under suspicious circumstances, they are, most likely, investigating. Hopefully they will do a very thorough job and eventually prepare a final report that will be made available. If there are charges to be brought, it may be some time before they voluntarily give it up.... View More
Isn't it mandatory when people are killed. They also did not give us any info on the driver. And how long can they wait to give us the police report ? Its been 2 months is there a time limit?
answered on Oct 6, 2023
I am sorry for your loss.
There is no law requiring drug/alcohol tests. There is no law requiring a police report.
I have never seen a fatal collision where a report was not prepared. Complicated collisions require complicated reports, which take longer.
I suggest you... View More
They have apologized but I want to keep this from every happening to any other pet or pet family. He was pure love and joy and our family is DEVASTATED. There was negligence and carelessness throughout and multiple times to catch it that were missed by trusted animal medical facility doctors and... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2023
While your family was devastated by the loss of a pet, and you probably consider your pet to be part of the family. In Ohio, a pet is merely personal property and there is no emotional or other non-economical damages that can be recovered, absent circumstances that your post does not mention.
My daughter was stillborn at 40 weeks in California due to a missed diagnosis earlier in the pregnancy. At my anatomy scan, her abnormal umbilical cord insertion was missed and wrongly marked as "normal." The standard of care is to closely follow growth with more ultrasounds in the case... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. In California, a medical malpractice lawsuit may be appropriate in this situation if you believe that the missed diagnosis and lack of appropriate care contributed to the stillbirth of your daughter. Consulting with an attorney experienced in medical... View More
My daughter was stillborn at 40 weeks in California due to a missed diagnosis earlier in the pregnancy. At my anatomy scan, her abnormal umbilical cord insertion was missed and wrongly marked as "normal." The standard of care is to closely follow growth with more ultrasounds in the case... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2023
It would be wrongful death resulting from medical malpractice. Your problem however is the fact that there is no treatment for abnormal or marginal cord placement. To have a claim based on malpractice, you would have to prove malpractice caused the injury (i.e. your daughter's death). If... View More
answered on Sep 9, 2023
Yes. If the overdose was by medical staff, it's a potential wrongful death claim based on malpractice. If an illegal drug voluntarily taken, it's a potential wrongful death claim based on negligent supervision, but the claim would face some hurdles. If malpractice, consult a lawyer... View More
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