Questions answered by Joseph Jonathan Brophy

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I had foot pain, not severe, doctor did 2 surgeries and now I cant walk.

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 11, 2012

I agree with Mr. Stewart's answer except the part about taking your medical records to an attorney. If you have your medical records, by all means...

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Can minor medical malpractices be effectively resolved in the small claim court ?

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 11, 2012

Don't bother. Your chances are slim to none. Proving a medical malpractice case requires medical expert testimony. I don't practice in your state,...

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My father recently passed. His name as well as his sister is on the deed. He bought out her half of the house but she refused

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 11, 2012

You certainly do have a big headache and you are not going to be able to straighten it out without a lawyer. Nobody on Avvo is going to be able to...

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What can I do if I find my estate lawyer's fee charged to handle father's estate unconscionable? ($34,000 for a 96,000 estate)

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 10, 2012

Different states have different procedures and different rules. In NY, the rules require the attorney for the estate to have a written fee...

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How do I apply to become executor of an Estate without a Will in the ?

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 10, 2012

If there is no Will, you can't be an executor. The estate would go into intestate administration in the jurisdiction where the deceased person...

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I'm considering changing my lawyer - what are some things I should consider and how does the process work?

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 10, 2012

Very often, clients make problems for themselves by switching lawyers. Changing lawyers shortly before a hearing or a trial is dangerous and...

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How do I find an aggressive malpractice attorney in my area?

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 07, 2012

I have worked in the medical malpractice field for almost 40 years. I have handled many delayed diagnosis of cancer cases, most involving death at...

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Do i need a attorney?

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 07, 2012

The fact that the problems apparently started three years ago gives me concerns for the statute of limitations. I don't know the statute of...

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I need a lawyer for a left Biopsy procedure where I was treated unfairly.

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 07, 2012

There is not enough information in this question for me to give a meaningful answer. In general, cases involving infections are tough to win for a...

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Missed diagnosis in the Emergency Room

Joseph's answer | Answered on September 07, 2012

The real issue is whether you sustained any substantial damages as a result of the delay. If there were no damages, you don't have a case even if...

Joseph Jonathan Brophy's Answers (4068)

I had foot pain, not severe, doctor did 2 surgeries and now I cant walk.

Can minor medical malpractices be effectively resolved in the small claim court ?

My father recently passed. His name as well as his sister is on the deed. He bought out her half of the house but she refused

What can I do if I find my estate lawyer's fee charged to handle father's estate unconscionable? ($34,000 for a 96,000 estate)

How do I apply to become executor of an Estate without a Will in the ?

I'm considering changing my lawyer - what are some things I should consider and how does the process work?

How do I find an aggressive malpractice attorney in my area?

Do i need a attorney?

I need a lawyer for a left Biopsy procedure where I was treated unfairly.

Missed diagnosis in the Emergency Room