Does patient-doctor confidentiality apply in my situation?

HIPAA requires written consent. However, the doctor brought it up to YOU and not to a third party, even if third party was there. Also, third...

I am facing Professional License Revocation due to substance abuse. Does the Board need to identify and/or offer Diversion to me

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Diversion programs are not automatically granted as a matter of right. Sometimes they are authorized to licensees if drugs were the primary...

New law on Cal Bre not being able to use expunged felony to deny a license.

Licensing agencies have the power to look past even an expunged conviction to the underlying facts. You may need to demonstrate rehabilitation...

I signed for a sports book service. Signed a non refundable document. 3 days later want to cancel. Can I get my money back?

The written document controls. For a small fee, an attorney who has experience with these types of documents can easily ascertain if there is an out.

What should I do about an bill Im being forced to pay when I was forced into an ambulance and not allowed to sign nonconsent?

No one can tell if this was false imprisonment, or an emergency situation that required transporting you to a hospital. Also, the generating facts...

Could I sue a dental clinic for putting me in debt collection while I was still disputing the bill to them?

If the attempt is to collect on a significant debt, it may be appropriate to hire counsel to help you dispute the bill, craft an installment...

You were issued a temporary driver's license where you were allowed to drive,. It sounds like you didn't follow up to obtain the full license. If...

Is this a violation of attorney/client privilege?

If you are under 18, it may be proper. If you are over 18, even if she is paying, it may be improper. A lot depends on whether your actions at...

What is the best way to locate and retain the proper attorney for a specific legal issue?

The best strategy is to call 3 or so attorneys and ask them if they provide a free consultation. Some will, some won't. Very generally speaking,...