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When someone has been served with a nonparty discovery and responds to such can they then later be added as a party?
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Answered on September 23, 2011
It is not unusual for non-parties or witnesses to be added as a party. For example, I have seen non-parties who have been deposed later becoming...
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Orderd Settlement Conference
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Answered on September 23, 2011
If the judge ordered the parties to a settlement conference it is mandatory. A judge cannot make the parties settle but he or she can order...
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Can i choose my own doctor ?
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Answered on September 23, 2011
I agree with the previous response. It certainly is not the case that lawyers only deal with certain doctors and chiropractors. Even if a lawyer...
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Can i still sue my dentist after 4 years?
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Answered on September 17, 2011
The statute of limitations may have expired. Separately, dental malpractice cases are difficult to prosecute. I am not sure if the dentist's...
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Can you sue a company if an injury happened a few years ago?
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Answered on September 17, 2011
I agree with Mr. Madonia's response. It is likely the claim is barred by the statute of limitations.
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Can my stepson sue the driver of the vehicle that intentionally ran him over and sent him to emergency?
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Answered on September 17, 2011
Yes, he can file a civil lawsuit for assault and battery and possibly other causes of action. Depending on the facts, he may have a claim for...
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Can a defendant use an affidavit regarding his intent in a motion for summary judgment?
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Answered on September 16, 2011
A self-serving denial in an affidavit likely will be entitled to very little weight. I am not sure that a court would grant a MSJ based solely on...
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What can I do about this?
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Answered on September 15, 2011
You do not have sufficient damages to justify a lawsuit. You may want to approach the store where you purchased the drink and try to obtain some...
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Expert or Fact Witness
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Answered on September 15, 2011
I agree with the excellent response above. Yes, fact witnesses can hold as much weight or more as an expert witness. The impact of a witness...
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Gave witnes deposition. can they call me to trial ?
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Answered on September 15, 2011
Yes, you can be subpoenaed to testify at trial. There is no requirement that a party reserve questions for trial. Yes, they can ask questions not...
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