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Filed a complaint about a therapist, now being subpoenaed to appear to give a deposition. Papers look suspect, no seal of court.
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Answered on October 28, 2011
I agree with the previous answer and would be surprised if this was not a legitimate subpoeana. I suggest you contact the attorney which issued...
Can an attorney withhold information?
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Answered on October 28, 2011
It depends on the laws of the state in which the claim is held. There may be a question as to whether communications with the pre-settlement fund...
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I fired my attroney. Can I demand the turnover of the entire file (originals), even I owe her money?
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Answered on October 28, 2011
Yes. The Arizona State Bar has provided an ethics opinion that the client has a right to the original file regardless of payment. In other words,...
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Can I sue my ex for filing false police reports and a false stalking order that got dismissed in court.
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Answered on October 27, 2011
You have a potential claim for "abuse of process" or "wrongful institution of civil or criminal proceedings". You also may have a claim for...
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What is the statue of limitations for personal injury claim in Arizona?
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Answered on October 27, 2011
In addition to Christopher J Zachar's answer, the usual statute of limitations in Arizona for personal injury is 2 years. If you are younger than...
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Is it illegal to take someones Facebook picture and pose as them? (out of fun, I meant no harm)
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Answered on October 27, 2011
It is not defamation (libel) as the previous answer indicates because it is your opinion and truth is a defense. However, it is identity theft...
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Un- ethical behavior by trustee & attorney
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Answered on October 27, 2011
It is a question of fact as to whether a probate judge will uphold the trust and will. However, you should look at what the attorney/notary...
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Legal malpractice, is on the rise, is it personal or business? Does it become a case against the atty or carrier?
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Answered on October 27, 2011
There is no difference in suing an attorney, physician, acountant or any other professional. Attorneys are more likely to be sued for malpractice...
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Merits of filing own medical malpractice suit versus joining a suit already filed?
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Answered on October 27, 2011
It depends where the malpractice occurred. In some states, wrongful death actions are brought by one party who acts as the fiduciary for the other...
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When my case ended my attorney did not give me my complete file.
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Answered on October 26, 2011
It is customary for the attorney's office to retain the original unless otherwise specified by either the client or attorney. The law office has...
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