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66 year old woman 15 day hospital stay resulted in stage 2 bedsores.

Rafael's answer | Answered on December 27, 2013

The evaluation of this potential claims requires more details. On its face it sounds like there may be something. If you wish to look into this...

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Is it legal to be fired while on maternity leave only 18 days after the birth of your child?

Rafael's answer | Answered on December 26, 2013

It sounds like you may be protected under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act and the Family Medical Leave Act. However more details are necessary to...

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Is there such a thing as wrongful dismissal from employment?

Rafael's answer | Answered on December 16, 2013

You appear to have a complicated situation which requires more details to provide sound advice. Our office provides free consultations and I would...

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Spinal fusion after car accident

Rafael's answer | Answered on December 03, 2013

Under NY Insurance law you can request written proof of all available insurance coverage to satisfy any claim against the driver who caused your...

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How long does it take for a car accident settlement take from 2 yrs ago ?

Rafael's answer | Answered on November 11, 2013

There are a lot of factors that can dictate whether you will receive a settlement or will need to take your case to trial to win an award. A...

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I was hired to do a wedding at a member onsite property with their own chapel. the steps broke and I broke ankle .what to sue?

Rafael's answer | Answered on October 21, 2013

The answer will vary based on who owned the property and who was responsible for stairs. For example, were they temporary stairs brought in for the...

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I was riding bicycle with traffic at t intersection driver made left and hit me said sun was in her eyes

Rafael's answer | Answered on October 20, 2013

The lack of summons does not mean you do not have any legal recourse. Based on what you have described it sounds like you have a legitimate case...

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Can I get unemployment benefits if I quit my job due to harassment by my boss because of an investigation due to illegal billing

Rafael's answer | Answered on October 15, 2013

It seems you are in a very difficult position. There may be some Whistleblower protections available to you to assist in bringing to light the...

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50 yr old female. THR 5/17/11. my acetabular cup has been misplaced. LLD is due to the cup. Extreme pain in groin.

Rafael's answer | Answered on October 15, 2013

There are a number of different hip replacement devices which are the subject of products liability lawsuits for being defective. As a result...

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I fell in the parking lot where I use to work , also I have injury in my lower back, my 2 hand wrist and my right knee,

Rafael's answer | Answered on October 08, 2013

There are some missing details from your question which will affect the advice about what you can or cannot do in this situation. I recommend you...

Rafael Omar Gomez's Answers (221)

66 year old woman 15 day hospital stay resulted in stage 2 bedsores.

Is it legal to be fired while on maternity leave only 18 days after the birth of your child?

Is there such a thing as wrongful dismissal from employment?

Spinal fusion after car accident

How long does it take for a car accident settlement take from 2 yrs ago ?

I was hired to do a wedding at a member onsite property with their own chapel. the steps broke and I broke ankle .what to sue?

I was riding bicycle with traffic at t intersection driver made left and hit me said sun was in her eyes

Can I get unemployment benefits if I quit my job due to harassment by my boss because of an investigation due to illegal billing

50 yr old female. THR 5/17/11. my acetabular cup has been misplaced. LLD is due to the cup. Extreme pain in groin.

I fell in the parking lot where I use to work , also I have injury in my lower back, my 2 hand wrist and my right knee,