What is it called when a trial court changes the MTD to a SJM?

A Motion to Dismiss is an application to the court to dismiss a case on procedural grounds (ie - the complaint as written does not set forth an...

Can I sue my place of work for creating a dangerous situation that put me at risk for incredible harm or even death.

There is no right to sue for "what if" or "could have".

Most states, if not all, require in the first instance that a party to a lawsuit appear for deposition in the State where the action is pending,...

If a plaintiff fails to raise current precedent to the lower trial court, can the appellate court deem the precedent waived?

The court can assert that prohibition sua sponte (on its own) even if not raised by the opponent to the second motion. The question is will it...

Can A Pro Se Plaintiff Title His FLSA Lawsuit In the following way even though he has not hired an attorney to handle case yet.

John Doe, a Pro Se litigant, can not represent or act "in behalf of others". That constitutes the illegal practice of law. And as you put your...

I think my lawyer is lying to me and avoiding me: is this a) unethical and b) malpractice?

4 years of avoidance is 3.5 years too much. You have the right to change lawyers . Suggest you do so.

In New York patient consent law LBDO5851-02-5 is about informed consent but question after sedation.

If you were under the influence of sedation, there is a good argument to make that you were incapable of giving knowing consent. The problem faced...

There has to be more to this than you are reporting. You may not have understood the entirety of their objection or the court's ruling. Under NYS...

Can i sue

U believe you have already posted this inquiry previously. There is no private right to sue under HIPAA. It might be advisable for future that if...

Can I have a lawsuit here?

Attorney Adams has given spot in advice. There may be a product liability case against the distributor or manufacturer of the machine, depending...