Questions answered by Christopher M Ridgeway

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Can I go to jail if my charges are vc20002, VC23152(a),VC23152(b) ?

Christopher's answer | Answered on July 07, 2016

I doubt you will be incarcerated given the charges, at least in my neck of the woods. I've been to Tulare County Superior Court and they do tend to...

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What type of damages are awarded, if any, for (tort) deceit by way of negligent misrepresentation in CA (Los Angeles)?

Christopher's answer | Answered on July 07, 2016

Since it's your mom's estate that's a party to the action, there won't be any emotional distress damages. Based on the counts you described,...

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Now that I am past the Statute of Limitations, what is my recourse against the attorney and or hospital, do I have recourse?

Christopher's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

You may still be able to sue the hospital if the presence of the spider had little to do with the rendering of professional medical services. I...

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Can he get anything if his wife, son and daughter have broken legs/hands and my friend and his son got pain all over.

Christopher's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

Try to relax. Your friend's insurance will handle the situation for the most part. If he gets sued, the insurance company will hire lawyers to...

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WHAT PROOF DO I NEED TO SUE THEM FOR SLANDER ,PAIN , SUFFERING AND MENTAL ANGUISH.

Christopher's answer | Answered on April 11, 2016

The degree of proof required highly depends on the subject of the defamation and the identity of the plaintiff. If the alleged defamation is an...

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Is a former soldier's PTSD an accommodated factor in civil criminal cases?

Christopher's answer | Answered on April 11, 2016

I'm not sure what you mean by "civil criminal cases," but i assume your primary goal is to obtain criminal defense representation. Yes, PTSD is...

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When Habeas Corpus filed, is it going to be seen by the same Judge (trial Judge) or a different Judge?

Christopher's answer | Answered on April 05, 2016

It should be a different judge in a higher court, although I would defer to my colleagues with more experience in criminal law.

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Do you feel one of your lawyers could help me?

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

Search for a local medical malpractice attorney. Don't delay because you may be getting dangerously close to the expiration of the statute of...

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Is he able to be compensated for unnecessary pain and suffering?

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

It's nearly impossible to tell if the doctors, staff or hospital were negligent without seeing the medical records. Even then, expert medial...

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How will this affect the outcome of my case? Do I need to hire my personal lawyer and get them involved?

Christopher's answer | Answered on March 18, 2016

Believe it or not, this isn't a rare occurrence. Insurance companies infrequently pull coverage in these situations. If they do decide to decline...

Christopher M Ridgeway's Answers (98)

Can I go to jail if my charges are vc20002, VC23152(a),VC23152(b) ?

What type of damages are awarded, if any, for (tort) deceit by way of negligent misrepresentation in CA (Los Angeles)?

Now that I am past the Statute of Limitations, what is my recourse against the attorney and or hospital, do I have recourse?

Can he get anything if his wife, son and daughter have broken legs/hands and my friend and his son got pain all over.

WHAT PROOF DO I NEED TO SUE THEM FOR SLANDER ,PAIN , SUFFERING AND MENTAL ANGUISH.

Is a former soldier's PTSD an accommodated factor in civil criminal cases?

When Habeas Corpus filed, is it going to be seen by the same Judge (trial Judge) or a different Judge?

Do you feel one of your lawyers could help me?

Is he able to be compensated for unnecessary pain and suffering?

How will this affect the outcome of my case? Do I need to hire my personal lawyer and get them involved?