Questions answered by Joseph Jonathan Brophy

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I have an injured case that is on process. my lawyer said that i need a loan from a company he is with in order for me to do

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 20, 2012

This type of loan is a litigation advance and you are correct, the effective interest rate is ridiculous. It is good that you figured this out...

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Malpractice or rather misdiagnoses

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 19, 2012

The short and simple answer to your question is that misdiagnosis may amount to malpractice. However, to have a case, you must show substantial...

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I recently filed a complaint with the State Bar because I believe my attorney has handled my case unethically.

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 17, 2012

In 37 years of practice I have seen exactly one instance of attorneys on opposite sides colluding. Unfortunately, it is a lot more common for...

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I was discharged from hospital but readmitted 3 weeks later in worse condition and needing thoracotomy for pseumonia.

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 17, 2012

It is not possible to form an opinion whether your malpractice claim has merit without obtainng and reviewing the medical records. The three week...

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Probate and wrongful death claim

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 17, 2012

You have a lawyer, and Avvo information is not a substitute for legal advice from a lawyer who knows the case and the law of the jurisdiction. That...

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Do I have a case?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 16, 2012

Your question is very light on facts and I don't know what you mean that your mother signed a contract to get Accutane. Assuming you were 13 in...

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Is this a medical neglect case?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 16, 2012

You describe quite an ordeal. Based on the information you posted, it is not possible to offer an opinion whether you have a valid basis for a...

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Xlif surgery 12-27-11 was sick at home, 1-03-12 had to call 911 ended up getting meningitis had emergency surgery 1-06-12

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 16, 2012

There is not nearly enough information in this question for me to say more than that you had a complication from some spinal surgery. Such...

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My lawyer won't show a doctor's letter that says I shouldn't be held responsible for the incident, why?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 16, 2012

Lawyers who post to Avvo don't second guess lawyers who are representing clients. We only give general information. If you have your own lawyer,...

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Malpractice by legal partners; city other than mine; seek legal evaluation, direction. case well documented.

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 15, 2012

Since you have posted no substantive information I cannot comment whether you have a possible basis to sue anybody. Legal malpractice cases are...

Joseph Jonathan Brophy's Answers (4068)

I have an injured case that is on process. my lawyer said that i need a loan from a company he is with in order for me to do

Malpractice or rather misdiagnoses

I recently filed a complaint with the State Bar because I believe my attorney has handled my case unethically.

I was discharged from hospital but readmitted 3 weeks later in worse condition and needing thoracotomy for pseumonia.

Probate and wrongful death claim

Do I have a case?

Is this a medical neglect case?

Xlif surgery 12-27-11 was sick at home, 1-03-12 had to call 911 ended up getting meningitis had emergency surgery 1-06-12

My lawyer won't show a doctor's letter that says I shouldn't be held responsible for the incident, why?

Malpractice by legal partners; city other than mine; seek legal evaluation, direction. case well documented.