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My Dad's PI attorney did his will for him, is he under and legal obligation to make sure the will was carried out ethically ?
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Answered on November 24, 2014
It may be out of respect for your father's wishes that the provisions of the will are not disclosed to you by your brother, the executor, while he...
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In NYC can doctor be prosecuted with civil fraud, occurred during consent obtaining and caused aggravating personal injuries?
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Answered on November 24, 2014
You don't say what this alleged "substantial fraud" was, but since the claim has been considered by and precluded by the judge, you'd be...
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Can a dog bite lawsuit be thrown out if there are no significant damages and the defendant already paid Plaintiff's bills?
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Answered on November 20, 2014
I agree with my colleagues, but would add that the term 'consortium' is misplaced, The mother's individual action is a formality to preserve her...
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Do I have a case? Incorrectly inserted IUD, blood clot, subsequent removal of unilateral fallopian tube & ovary
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Answered on November 17, 2014
Did the Dr. who examined you say he suspected malpractice? Often, that's the first 'red flag'. IUD's are known to sometimes "migrate" after...
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Grounds to sue ER doctor for mistreatment?
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Answered on November 14, 2014
A physician's unsympathetic attitude does not provide the basis for a lawsuit.
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Elder Abuse? Personal Injury and Wrongful Death? Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect? What recourse for wrongdoing do I have?
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Answered on November 07, 2014
Based on what you've told us, it looks like a case of Nursing Home neglect. With low B/P and elevated INR, my guess it was a cardiac event. Did...
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How long does the average medical malpractice case take from filing papers to trial?
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Answered on November 04, 2014
Averages are not much help - there are so many variables, however, you should be worrying about the statute of limitations, as the others have...
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My father was hit by a car and dragged which resulted in his death. Can u sue for both wrongful death and pain and suffering?
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Answered on November 04, 2014
If it is in fact a "petition" you're talking about, then the case is in Surrogate's Court, and your lawyer is seeking a "compromise order" to...
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Can I get these records from a hospital?
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Answered on November 04, 2014
I agree: you won't get far doing this pro se, and catch phrases like "pattern of behavior" may sound good on tv but the number of procedures a...
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Personal injury
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Answered on November 03, 2014
It means your case is on a (long) list of cases ready for trial. In the Bronx, that means you wait, and you wait.... and the court may at some...
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