What action can be taken against doctors for negligence?

You may have a viable claim under a "loss of chance" theory. That is, because of the failure to respond in a timely fashion, you lost the chance to...

My Son was on the job in a mine and was welding as required by his direct supervisor. A forklift operator backed over his leg

In your fact pattern you raise several issues for which your son may or may not ultimately need legal help. First, the injury itself sounds quite...

Is it neglect or abandonment,or something else when guardian does not care for, or ward does not live with guardian?

1. “Abuse or neglect of a child” means, except as otherwise provided in subsection 2:(a) Physical or mental injury of a nonaccidental nature;(b)...

A State Farm insuree damaged my wife's car. the car is repairable but they want to total the car can you help us ?

The quick answer is, if the vehicle is considered a constructive total (drivable, but repair costs to exceed the ACV of vehicle (65% rule) by...

My mom fell walking out of Walmart this morning. Is Walmart liable for the medical bills? How should we handle this?

In Nevada, in the context of landowner liability, “all persons in this society have an obligation to act reasonably and ... should be held to the...

Can Plaintiff's counsel set a date and time for an Early Case Conference without asking first if Defendant can attend that day?

Short answer, yes but it is bad form. Here is the relevant rule: (b) Meet and Confer Requirements.(1) Attendance at Early Case Conference....

If someone sues you, who must pay the court cost? plantiff/or defendant?

Generally, costs are awarded to the prevailing party, but their are exceptions. One of the statutes governing costs in Nevada is listed below:...

Absent statute or agreement, attorney's fees are not recoverable. Consumers League of Nevada v. Southwest Gas Corp., 94 Nev. 153, 576 P.2d 737...

Is there anything my husband can do to get out of his gym contract?

Sounds like the athletic club is in violation of the existing contract -- if you paid your dues under the current contract then you have satisfied...

Can I sue an attorney for malpractice? He failed to reimburse me for a stipulation order in my favor.

The short answer is yes, you can sue the attorney, but you may want to file a complaint with the State Bar of Nevada first. The State Bar's phone...

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