Your current state is Virginia
My brother passed away in an Erie p.a. hospital after being on a ventilator for a week from covid. It was very unexpected as he was an avid health influencer which is very well documented by a local TV channel to were he had his own program. Ever since this has happened it just hasn't sat... View More 
answered on May 29, 2025
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. I'm very sorry about the loss of your brother. I've heard about the theories you describe on news and social media, but I've also heard about challenges to such allegations. It would be best... View More
My father contracted Covid at the end of September 2021 and was admitted to the hospital where the CDC's Covid protocol was followed, including the use of Remdesivir. He passed away after 13 days due to kidney failure and sepsis, which I believe were caused by the drug protocol. We... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2025
If Doctor Anthony Fauci was not your father's physician then you cannot hold him responsible for medical malpractice. There would be no doctor-patient relationship. Doctor Fauci did not prescribe the medication nor administer it to your dad. Kidney problems are a known side effect of... View More
I believe the organization financing and overseeing an assisted housing facility in NYC is liable for negligence that contributed to my mother's death. The facility neglected infection and COVID-19 precautions, dehydration, unattended falls, and cleanliness, resulting in severe health issues.... View More
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answered on Mar 11, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulty you are experiencing and the loss of your mother. The situation you describe is deeply troubling, and it's important to ensure that those responsible for her care are held accountable. To legally proceed against a New York City-based organization for... View More
I had to call out of work because I tested positive for COVID and had a fever of 101.5 degrees. I informed my employer two hours before my shift because I was experiencing symptoms like shortness of breath and light-headedness. I sent them a picture of my positive test as requested and used my PTO... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2025
I note counsel's points below. I would also be curious if your illness was more serious than a simple bout of COVID. For example, if you have underlying disabilities like COPD or Asthma that were aggravated or exacerbated by COVID, also did you need to seek Family Medical Leave if you were... View More
I am a teacher in the state of SC. At the beginning of the 2021school year, I was sick with double Covid pneumonia. I used my days with the FBLA. The school district extended me 30 days but did tell me that if I missed 1 day over 90, I would be medically terminated and would have 5 days to appeal... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2024
When you have a medical condition that constitutes a physical disability, several laws apply to you, in addition to laws such as family leave acts (Federal and state). You may be protected by the Federal ADA and SC's equivalent disability protection laws. You should search for SC- employment... View More
The hospital during Covid. The doctors refused to see him until he was cleared from having Covid. He died the first night he was there without seeing anyone. I feel as though he never had a chance to survive. Is there any legal action I can take?
answered on Sep 5, 2024
Malpractice is where the doctors act below the standard of care. Another doctor would have to evaluate the facts to determine if they acted below the standard of care.
Additionally, an attorney would have to determine if the amount of a potential recovery warrants a lawsuit considering the... View More
CAN F PARENTS FORCE YOUR CHILD TO GET A VACCINATION SHOT WITHOUT MY KNOWLEDGE,ALL HER VACCINATIONS ARE UP TO DATE. COVID OR FLU SHOT MOST LIKLY F PARENTS SAID THEY DONT HAVE TO ASK OR TELL US WHAT THE SHOT WAS.IS THIS LEGAL SHE HAS BEEN IN THEIR CARE FOR A WEEK.
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
Under California law, foster parents do not have the authority to change anything that has been court-ordered without obtaining approval from the court. Court orders regarding a child's welfare must be followed unless a judge has reviewed and approved any modifications.
Foster parents... View More
I was ordered by the court, not the judge, to have my balance paid by 4/15/24 or another court meeting would take place to start the eviction process. The landlord has been harassing me for weeks and requesting me to turn my keys. Today was the day for the payment but when the landlord called, she... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems that your landlord is acting improperly and potentially violating your rights as a tenant in New Jersey. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Eviction process: In New Jersey, a landlord cannot evict a tenant without going through the... View More
approved year 2020, according to SSA they will begin to pay my benefits if my alien status changes or if i leave the US. i need a legal advice on these. thank you
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
For your situation, it is crucial that you consult with a qualified immigration attorney who can assess the specifics of your case and provide personalized recommendations.
That said, here is some general information that may be helpful:
1. Overstaying your H1B visa can have serious... View More
I was honorably discharged from the navy after 3 and a half years for refusing to get the covid 19 vaccine. And recently the secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth has issued a memorandum that rescinds all policies associated with the DOD COVID-19 vaccination mandate.
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
You might have grounds to open a case if your discharge was directly related to policies that have since been rescinded. It's important to understand that legal challenges against the Department of Defense or any military branch require specific grounds such as wrongful discharge or violations... View More
I tested positive for covid and was sent home to quarantine. Then given call off points for being made to take days off.
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Ohio, if an employer mandates COVID-19 testing and requires employees to leave work and quarantine if they test positive, it raises concerns if the employer then penalizes the employee for complying with these health and safety measures. Generally, penalizing employees for adhering to mandated... View More
It’s not because of contracting Covid but because they didn’t do enough to care for a high risk patient and then patient lost organs, health, career, etc.
answered on Feb 15, 2024
The best way to answer your question would be to reach out to attorneys to try to arrange a consultation. Most law firms that handle such cases offer free initial consults. In terms of your theory related to COVID, that's something that would involve further review. No one here could offer an... View More
This left my mom trapped in her apartment and I could not get in because of the intercom system is not hooked up in her room there is nothing there. Is there something I can do this has been a problem and I have not been able to get into the building.
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answered on Jan 3, 2024
In your situation, addressing the malfunctioning intercom system in your mother's AMHA housing is a matter of both accessibility and safety. As a resident, your mother has the right to a habitable living environment, which includes proper maintenance of essential systems like intercoms,... View More
While in the hospital he was released. Shortly after that he was hospitalized with Covid and banned from guest. Two weeks in the hospital they released him. When they went stand him up to bring him to me he collapsed they called me and said he was not being released. After looking thru his records... View More
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation. Dealing with the CICP (Countermeasures Injury Compensation Program) can be challenging, especially in complex cases like yours. Given the time that has passed since your husband's passing and the complications in his medical treatment and... View More
Subject: Seeking Legal Representation for Complex Employment and Health-Related Case
I hope this letter finds you well. I am currently facing a complex legal situation that involves various issues related to my employment and health. After thorough research, I believe your expertise in... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In Texas, the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit for wrongful termination, which may include claims like violation of freedom of speech, depends on the specific nature of the claim. Generally, for wrongful termination claims, the statute of limitations is typically around two years,... View More
My tenant has not paid rent for 3 months. Rent is $2356 and due on the 1st of each month. Total rent past due is $7068. One of the rent non-payment months is claimed by tenant as being due to COVID-19 related hardship. The property is in Los Angeles County and is subject to the Rent Stabilization... View More
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answered on Nov 25, 2023
Under California law, negotiating with a tenant for voluntary termination of tenancy in exchange for rent forgiveness is typically legal, provided it's done in good faith and without coercion. Your proposal to forgive some of the back rent in exchange for the tenant vacating the property is a... View More
The Article stated that if a landlord received gov assistance during covid 19 cannot evict you for non payment ? If that's true what to do. I've already been evicted and I'm being blackballed by defendants attorney as they attempt to cover up bed bugs
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
Under California law, there were indeed protections for tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly regarding evictions for non-payment of rent if the landlord received government assistance. However, these protections have specific conditions and timelines that must be met.
Since... View More
She wouldn't take no for an answer. Forced her son to be exposed to COVID. Now does the father have the right to keep the child until he fully quarantines?
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answered on Nov 22, 2023
if the child is exposed to COVID and becomes sick, the parent who forced the child to take the child could be held liable for the child's medical expenses. Additionally, if the child is exposed to COVID and then infects other people, the parent who forced the child to take the child could be... View More
I went to the hospital that diagnosed me and has my MRI results because that's where I received referrals to spinal surgery and orthopedic surgery. They refused to treat me because I have a substance abuse history and am homeless. A doctor at the hospital revealed to me that they were not... View More
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answered on Nov 11, 2023
Under California law, you may have grounds to sue a hospital if you can prove that they refused medical care based on discrimination against your homelessness or substance use history. This could potentially violate both state and federal laws, including the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active... View More
I have resided at apt since Dec 2021 the leasee passed away March 30,2022 I have resided there since then until yesterday when I was locked out. The sheriff did not show paperwork when I was locked out
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answered on Nov 1, 2023
If you were denied a writ of possession due to court absence from having COVID, the sheriff should not be able to lock you out without prior notice. A writ of possession is a court order that gives the landlord the right to physically remove the tenant from the property. If you were denied a writ... View More
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