Michael J. Helfand's Answers (1266)

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Malpractice suit?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 24, 2009

You should check right away with a local medical malpractice attorney about the deadline for filing a claim. A few things to consider if you...

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My husband had a colon screening and was told it was a little cloudy come back in a year, months later he passed.

Michael's answer | Answered on July 24, 2009

You may have a case for failure to diagnose. You would need to prove that the doctor was negligent, which means that he or she fell below the...

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My father just recently died from a prescription drug overdose, do i have a case? if so, what kind?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 24, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You may have a case, depending on what the prescriptions were, who was administering the...

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Do I need a workers compensation attorney?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 23, 2009

Yes, find a workers' compensation attorney to represent you. The insurance company is not on your side. If you need a recommendation, I know an...

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I had all of my bills paid and received my salary while recovering from injury under workers comp. Am I owed a settlement?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 22, 2009

Don't trust the insurance company to tell you whether you are entitled to a settlement. You should talk to a workers' compensation attorney as soon...

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Slip and Fall at Lifestyle Rx, serious injuries.

Michael's answer | Answered on July 22, 2009

There are several aspects of your case that would need to be explored. You're probably familiar with the initial questions if you've consulted...

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I was injured on a deck with a railing that wasnt secured i fell broke my wrist and sprained my neck

Michael's answer | Answered on July 22, 2009

You may want to consider taking legal action. More information will be required by an attorney before knowing for sure. You should sit down with a...

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Complete knee replacement

Michael's answer | Answered on July 22, 2009

A medical expert would be needed to determine whether the first doctor was negligent. A medical malpractice attorney would look into this for you....

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Whom can i report this to?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 22, 2009

You can file a complaint with the State Board of Medical Examiners. This can be done online - see link below.

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Medical Malpractice in NC but now living in FL

Michael's answer | Answered on July 22, 2009

I'm licensed in Illinois, but I can tell you that you are probably running out of time to file a medical malpractice claim. You should consult with...

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