Hi, I recently just signed a plea bargain for 37 months in federal court. What are my chances of getting leniency sentencing?

It sounds like you are making great progress. Make sure you produce the records and information relating to your addiction to the probation officer...

I am a defendant in an insurance fraud case.

It sounds like you are trying to understand the law regarding criminal intent which is a good idea. The facts are important and you need to have an...

Remember that for licensing, they will look at original charge and police report. Infraction is best and if it's one for disturbing the...

Dental office demand payment I was not aware of

Your facts are fairly clear but usually patients sign documents agreeing to be responsible if the insurance carrier does not cover a procedure. Can...

Was hospitalized twice in the past 3 months for that reason on emergency calls last discharge:7/04/13

If your own physician is not effective in explaining how or why you cannot be scheduled for this surgery, perhaps you need a new physician. Part of...

SOL tolling : In general if an insurance broker diverts a clients premiums and in doing so commits embezzlement

The answers above cover the basic ground -- but also remember that an insurance broker could also be disciplined by the state licensing agency and...

Don't Patients in a private Drug and Alcohol Rehab. Center have some legal rights?

Patients have HIPAA rights to privacy. Florida also has strict laws regarding recording phone calls so that may be an issue -- unless you signed...

What are my options if I have outstanding medical expenses and I am not able to pay?

This may depend on your insurance. Some providers and hospitals will waive copays if you are financially unable to pay. But they need proof of your...

There is not enough information since this is not just a health care issue but may be a criminal issue -- especially if there is some issue on...

Is it illegal for a doctor to assure me a procedure will be free and then charge me for the procedure

It seems that your doctor didn't say the procedure would be "free" but that it would be covered by insurance. The doctor has to bill you in order...