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Do I have any legal recourse?

Depending on the hospital records, the apparentness of the disorder from the x-ray and the basis for UMC's diagnosis there may be liability for damages. The next step in the inquiry is to determine the extent and severity of your damages. Supposing there was a misdiagnosis, expert medical review would need to be conducted to determine what, if any, impact the misdiagnosis has had on the condition and subsequent need for medical treatment. I recommend seeing an attorney ASAP because the...

RN license protection, charged with misdemeanor Domestic Battery

D.V. convictions, whether expunged or not, are typically mandatory investigation/license denial criminal convictions in California and Nevada where we are licensed to practice law. My understanding is that a PD/private criminal defense attorney will attempt to plead you out and secure the quickest route to expunge the conviction, however; this my still expose your RN license to disciplinary action depending on the language of your state's Nurse Practice Act &/or license renewal application....

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We maybe facing a lawsuit for personal injury, can they take our home, cars, and personal items?

You could face personal liability if you have knowledge of previous driving infractions involving your daughter. Also, look out for a negligent entrustment cause of action if the vehicle was registered/owned by yourself. Seek independent counsel, not the insurance company's representative, to advise you and protect your interests.

How to practice law in Missouri after receiving law license in New York

Depending on (1) how long he was licensed to practice in New York, (2) whether his NY license remains active, and (3) a whole host of other issues/factors to be determined your friend may have multiple avenues for practice available to him. See Missouri Board of Law Examiners website for detailed explanation and answers.