Questions answered by Paul D Friedman

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I want to file a pro se defamation of character case against my employer. How should I proceed?

Paul's answer | Answered on October 18, 2011

The first two opinions tell you about the process. I suggest you look into a claim for interference with a contractual relationship instead of...

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Is creating opinionated websites where users can post good and bad experiences illegal??

Paul's answer | Answered on October 18, 2011

There are literally thousands to millions of these types of sites. Opinions are not defamatory by their very nature. For there to be defamation,...

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Can I Motion for Sanctions against opposing counsel?

Paul's answer | Answered on October 18, 2011

I agree with Christine McCall, however, if the mailing certificate indicates it was mailed and it was not mailed, it is a violation of Federal...

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Can i sue an amusement company for neglect

Paul's answer | Answered on October 17, 2011

It sounds as if you have grounds to sue the company on behalf of your daughter, however, your daughter had to sustain an injury to be successful....

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I had Breast Augmentation. My Dr Cut my muscle to deeply and ripped the muscle attached to my sternum off.

Paul's answer | Answered on October 17, 2011

I wish you luck with your situation. Unfortunately, Texas enacted Tort Reform which includes a limit on the amount a victimized patient can...

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How do insurance companies look at a medically-supported claim for "future medical"?

Paul's answer | Answered on October 17, 2011

As a former insurance adjustor (a long, long time ago) I can tell you that we evaluated cases on the following: 1) type of incident; 2) type of...

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Can a firm write up and sign a contract that they know will likely be void? Is that malpractice?

Paul's answer | Answered on October 17, 2011

The attorney who drafted the "contract" did not work for you so you do not have a claim against the firm for malpractice. However, the attorney...

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How hard is to change lawyers if you are on unhappy with the job one is doing for you?

Paul's answer | Answered on October 16, 2011

You have the right to terminate your counsel's services at any time. If you are able to find new counsel, your current attorney(s) will have to...

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How can a lawyer keep getting by?

Paul's answer | Answered on October 16, 2011

If you cannot get the attorney to call you back, send a request in writing (keep a copy) indicating how many times you have called without a...

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It is an ethical violation if your attorney does not return phone calls in Tennessee?

Paul's answer | Answered on October 16, 2011

I agree with Mr. Brophy. I also suggest you put in writing (keep a copy) that you would like a response back by a certain time or you will submit...

Paul D Friedman's Answers (769)

I want to file a pro se defamation of character case against my employer. How should I proceed?

Is creating opinionated websites where users can post good and bad experiences illegal??

Can I Motion for Sanctions against opposing counsel?

Can i sue an amusement company for neglect

I had Breast Augmentation. My Dr Cut my muscle to deeply and ripped the muscle attached to my sternum off.

How do insurance companies look at a medically-supported claim for "future medical"?

Can a firm write up and sign a contract that they know will likely be void? Is that malpractice?

How hard is to change lawyers if you are on unhappy with the job one is doing for you?

How can a lawyer keep getting by?

It is an ethical violation if your attorney does not return phone calls in Tennessee?