Do I have a case? Wrongful death my sister was shot and killed by cops in ukiah CA while said to be a hostage?

Your sister's heirs may have a case. They should consult with a civil rights lawyer right away.

Depends on the state and on the circumstances. Not usually, though.

Will I be responsible for hospital and medical bills of my deceased spouse?

You could be responsible. Depends on the state laws. Contact a probate or estate planning lawyer for a quick answer to your specific circumstance.

After designating my treating physician as a nonretained witness, what testimony is necessary from the physician on causation?

Generally..... Do you have an opinion, within reasonable medical probability as to the cause(s) of plaintiff's injuries? Please state that...

Can I file a civil suit if somebody is responsible indirectly for my mothers death?

If her testimony is truly needed to prove the case, and she is no longer with us, proof will fail even if you can beat the time limits.

APS is investigating me for medical neglect of my handicaped sister, also I am a nurse. What type of attorney should I get?

I suggest you start with a criminal attorney.

What can happen if someone was in a car and the driver of it shot at someone's house ?

Depends on the circumstances and more detail than was provided. See an attorney. Don't post any more where others can see it.

Malpractice vs wrongful death?

This is your case. The limitations for lawsuits regarding minors applies to the cases brought on behalf of the minors (your case is brought for...

Can I be sued?

You are already involved. I doubt you could successfully be sued; but you should consult an attorney who specializes in wrongful death defense to...

How do I go about getting a lien that was placed by a nursing home almost one year prior to my father's death dropped?

Get a judge and/or the title company on it. They should be able to clear it. You could simply threaten them and ask or demand removal. Many...