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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

Assuming you are talking about Illinois probate law, if there is not will then the distribution is by statute and the governing statute is pretty straightforward and clear. It does not talk about the relative dependency of any heir. Good luck.

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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

You need to hire a lawyer, open probate, get appointed and then open your own investigation into his death. This could be time consuming and costly, however, with guarantee as to any results.

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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

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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 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

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

It doesn’t sound like you have any cause of action against police.

If you are the personal representative of your brother’s estate, you may be able to bring a case on behalf of his estate against his mother in law.

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

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

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.

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answered on Sep 20, 2023

I'm very sorry to hear about this traumatic experience. In a situation with serious allegations such as these, it is critical to consult with an experienced attorney who can help you navigate the legal intricacies involved. They will likely advise gathering all relevant documentation (like... View More

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

I'll give you 4-good reasons:

1) minor

2) out of the state

3) prison, or

4) insane

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answered on Sep 13, 2023

It's important to talk to someone such as a mental health professional or a trusted person in your life.

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

I'm sorry for your family's loss. There's a tendency for plaintiffs to do that in all types of cases. It's human nature. Good luck

As a former homicide prosecutor who has handled these types of situations, I can tell you that there is likely an active investigation still on-going into the homicide. Often, when prosecutors can file a serious felony right away (such as arson), they will do that in order to keep tabs on a suspect... View More

No because you lack standing under Missouri's wrongful death statute. Your grandson's spouse, or his children, or their children. or his mother or father can bring a lawsuit for wrongful death. If there are no such persons alive, then your grandson's brothers or sisters or their... View More