I believe it is true almost anywhere. It is not a big deal, but it has to be done correctly. Any medical malpractice lawyer will do this, usually...

Can I sue a Kaiser doctor for pain and suffering?

A nicked bowel is not an uncommon complication of laparascopic surgery and is usually defensible. Such cases can be won, though. Whether a given...

Our mom passed as a result malpractice. There are six siblings, no will. Who has the rights to sue, if we are in disagreement?

The siblings all have to be notified before your sister can be appointed legal representative. You also have to be notified of any proposed...

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Lawyer Conflict of Interest. Representing current client against former client.

On its face this looks like a conflict, but more details would be needed. If it is a conflict the remedy is to move to disqualify the lawyer from...

What can i do

The NY statute of limitations for malpractice injuries to minors is ten years. If it is a birth injury, the statute runs out on the infant's 10th...

Would this be a form of malpractice by a divorce attorney?

There have been legal malpractice cases based on facts sumilar to what you describe. If I recall corrrectly a NY court permitted at least one such...

If you want a contingency contract, you are going to have a hard time finding an attorney who will promise you in advance never to pressure you to...

What should I do about my situation hospital wants to settle with me 15,000.00 dollars for retained sponge

Every case is different and every jurisdiction is different. It would be foolish for a lawyer on Avvo to offer an opinion about the adequacy of a...

My daughter was involed in a minor accident. My insurance policy lasped by 2 days. What are my financial responsibilities?

If somebody is driving your care with your permission, you are responsible for any damage they do. It is very likely that you will be sued for...

Can I sue the county for not getting medical care, now I have cervical cancer in Indiana

That is terrible news. If anybody has a basis for a lawsuit, it's your daughter, not you. I don't know what denied medical care means. These claims...