Questions answered by Leslie Gold McPadden

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Am I entitled to a settlement through a lawsuit? Please help!

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 23, 2015

It is critical that the videotape be preserved. Go to a lawyer immediately and have them take action to assure it is. In many civil rights case,...

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I was denied appropriate care & meds and suffered terribly for several weeks due to Dr not believing/listening to me. PTSD?

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 23, 2015

Best bet is to consult a local attorney to obtain your records and review whether each decision made along the way was within standard of care and...

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Is this assault and can i press charges?

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 23, 2015

You may want to file for a Protective Order. Your local court likely has someone who can explain the requirements and ramifications of doing so.

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My step daughter was recently involved in an auto accident that was not her fault. her insurance had lapsed.

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 22, 2015

There may be an insurance regulation that specifies how notice of a lapsed policy needs to be provided. I would contact your state's insurance...

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Do I need an attorney?

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 22, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about this. You should speak with an aggressive and well respected plaintiff's attorney right away. The quicker the...

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I have been in a car accident and my injuries was not taken seriously, I was never diagnosed? I'm facing so much pain and anger!

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 21, 2015

You should make an appointment immediately with a firm that handles medical malpractice and car accidents. Your timeframe to take action is...

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In a medical malpractice situation where the issue was a misdiagnoses of burn severity (treated like no big deal with burn cream

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 21, 2015

From the tone of your question, it sounds like event occurred recently. I would likely give it a few weeks to see if you suffer any permanent...

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My workers compensation company has stopped paying PPD for a 15% rating on my back. Is this allowed or a mistake?

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 16, 2015

You may seek an involuntary hearing at which the Worker's Compensation Commissioner will participate. Having an attorney on board will also likely...

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I fell on ice at work and filed for workman's comp. Workmans Comp agreed to pay for treatment to lower back but NOT shoulder.

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 16, 2015

A rotator cuff injury and subsequent surgery can be expensive. In CT, Worker's Comp. contingency fees are 20% by statute and it is well worth the...

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Hello i was involved in a car crash in New Jersey on the NJ turnpike. I was rear ended by a driver that was texting.

Leslie's answer | Answered on August 16, 2015

There is developing law in some states that allows for diminution in value in addition to bluebook value. I would look around to see what efforts...

Leslie Gold McPadden's Answers (111)

Am I entitled to a settlement through a lawsuit? Please help!

I was denied appropriate care & meds and suffered terribly for several weeks due to Dr not believing/listening to me. PTSD?

Is this assault and can i press charges?

My step daughter was recently involved in an auto accident that was not her fault. her insurance had lapsed.

Do I need an attorney?

I have been in a car accident and my injuries was not taken seriously, I was never diagnosed? I'm facing so much pain and anger!

In a medical malpractice situation where the issue was a misdiagnoses of burn severity (treated like no big deal with burn cream

My workers compensation company has stopped paying PPD for a 15% rating on my back. Is this allowed or a mistake?

I fell on ice at work and filed for workman's comp. Workmans Comp agreed to pay for treatment to lower back but NOT shoulder.

Hello i was involved in a car crash in New Jersey on the NJ turnpike. I was rear ended by a driver that was texting.