I received a bill for a Dr that saw my husband in the hospital over a year ago.Do they have the right to bill us after that long

Unless the request for payment comes after the expiration of the statute of limitations to bring a breach of contract case, then the bill is owed. ...

Can I file either a chapter 7 or 13 if I have a personal injury case in the courts. How does it effect my filing a chapter 13

You can file any bankruptcy you chose but your personal injury case then becomes an asset of the bankruptcy filing and your attorney will need to...

Do I have a case to sue for deflamation? see additional details.

Your ability to make a claim will be based on the contents of those "derogatory statements." You do not actually say what they were? A derogatory...

What happens when a doctor does not maintain accurate patient medical records?

Nothing happens when a doctor "does not maintain accurate patient medical records" unless some harm comes as a result. Certainly your father's...

What are the current death and tax obligations for Michigan?

What your friend's family needs is a referral to a good lawyer to handle these issues. It is very nice of you to want to help. However if this is...

Any personal injury attorney looking for a big dyfs lawsuit my daughter has seizures do to dyfs neglect

The purpose of this section of AVVO is to provide some general information and answers to legal questions. You should go to the find a lawyer...

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In 2012, my sister was in a car accident. My 12-yr-old nephew was killed, my 9-yr-old niece was in ICU for a month. Who's fault?

I am very sorry for your loss. I hope your other family members make a full recovery from their injuries. Do you have a concern about liability??...

Can i sue if i have a car but let my insurance go because it wasn't running for a while. i didnt know.and i am really hurt.

Lets put an end to the "more than one opinion," right now. Even though you were not insured you have every right to bring a claim and file a...

You should contact an attorney immediately. Is the rope swing still around? Do you have pictures?

My son broke his arm at kindergarten, type III injury. Teacher wrapped his arm and sent him home without calling an ambulance.

There is no legal action for "bad judgment"--well at least if that bad judgment did not create a harm. YOur doctor told you the school should have...