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A doctor unilaterally terminates our doctor patient relationship without cause Verbally. Three weeks later sends written letter.
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Answered on May 30, 2015
The doctor did not commit malpractice by unilaterally terminating the relationship. A doctor can treat-or not treat-whomever they want to treat and...
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What if any objections should I raise?
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Answered on May 29, 2015
The SC rules of civil procedure likely talk to filing an amended answer---typically, they are liberally granted unless you can show that you are...
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Is an order granting a motion to dismiss with prejudice for failure to state a cause of action an adjudication on the merits?
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Answered on May 29, 2015
In Oregon, it would mean the case is over and cannot be refiled as plead, so yes, it might be considered an "adjucation on the merits" but I...
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I received the transcript of my deposition which was 5.30 hour long. My attorney billed me for 9 hours of deposition why?
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Answered on May 29, 2015
Impossible for us to give you a good response to this question. You should ask your lawyer how a 5.3 hour deposition results in a 9 hour bill. Best...
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Defamation of character, slander, or harassment?
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Answered on May 29, 2015
To prove slander (a spoken defamation) you need to prove the statements were made, they were false, and you've been damaged. Quanitfying damages is...
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Can you expense attorney litigation fees against gains on a trust?
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Answered on May 29, 2015
I will reclasify to a trust question (from unknown) so those who do this kind of work are most likely to see it. The answer hinges on MN law so you...
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Can a pro se ever assert privilege or work product type objections for discovery?
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Answered on May 29, 2015
Depends on the circumstances. Obviously, attorney-client is not applicable but perhaps you have the ability to argue physician-patient,...
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I received request for production for a breach of contract case. I cant finish in 30 days as documents are in another state.
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Answered on May 28, 2015
Hmm. In some states, if you don't file a timely answer you will have problems
Your best play is to answer the Request for Production and on the...
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Do I have to provide my car insurance company with a housemate's declarations page? A premium increase is threatened if not.
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Answered on May 28, 2015
Perhaps you should just give them her insurance card which provides proof of coverage. The amount of coverage should be irrelevant to this...
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What could be possibly done when a judge refuses to provide a ruling on a case which has been pending?
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Answered on May 28, 2015
Judges are very busy people. IF you have a lawyer, you might suggest they send a gentle letter to the Judge that the case has been pending for X...
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