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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for California on
Q: Is more discovery needed? What else is needed for proof of fraud?

If there are evidences that plaintiff has not had terminal disease at any times, and was fraudulently referred by hospital to hospice:

is more discovery needed? What else is needed for proof of fraud?

Terminal disease was recorded on admission to hospital, by doctor who referred... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 28, 2024

It could depend on the quality and relevance of the evidence already at hand to the fraud issue - if the existing evidence does not support the allegation of fraud, then more could be needed. An attorney could answer more definitively with the benefit of the records gathered so far. Good luck

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Insurance Bad Faith for New Hampshire on
Q: I recently changed my homeowners insurance they added a name not associated with the house now they want to cancel

I changed my insurance because of cost. I was given a policy and it was paid for the year by mortage company. I notice that they added a name to my policy that was not associated with my home to give me that rate but I never asked for that or approved that the company did it on their own. When I... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 25, 2024

A New Hampshire attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. However, any attorney is likely to ask questions about the addition of the person, their capacity, why they were added, etc. A New Hampshire attorney could advise more meaningfully with the benefit of knowing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for New Jersey on
Q: I bought an auto insurance last year and have a accident, but insurance company said it is been cancelled

I bought insurance from a CA company, they add my info to an existing insurance policy and charged money. But after it effective they drawback money from insurance company and insurance finally cancelled the policy. I got fraud and yesterday I involved in an accident, insurance company claimed they... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 25, 2024

An attorney might want a more detailed look at your matter before outlining your best options. They could want to know more about the purchase of the policy, its cancellation, communications, and other issues. It could be worth considering a consult to sort out the best approach, especially if the... View More

4 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for New York on
Q: Can I refuse to answer question?

In a lawsuit am I protected from refusing to answer personal questions about my self and family members, due to religious reasons, privacy, and self incriminating.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 25, 2024

From the categories you chose, it appears this is a civil case that involves a motor vehicle accident. The concept of refusing to answer questions on self-incrimination grounds is generally associated with criminal matters, in terms of the Fifth Amendment protections. In civil cases where an... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Florida on
Q: My husband was involved in accident, I wasn't the driver.How is the insurance company coming after me not my husband.

We both are on the insurance, I'm not on his truck as owner of the truck. But now coming after me. When I wasn't never involved accident. I was at work. Can they come after me even my husband one involve in accident.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 24, 2024

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It sounds like you might be the subject of a subrogation claim, where the other side's insurance paid them and is now pursuing the funds. If you are somehow connected to the vehicle, in most cases by being the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Kentucky on
Q: Should i sue my auto insurance?

I was in a automobile accident 90 days ago. I have State Farm insurance comprehensive and collision. I have went back and forth about my injury and the fair market value. I went to the doctor about hip and back hurting . The dr wanted me to have a mri . Went i went to my appointment they informed... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 23, 2024

A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Try to set up a free consult with a Kentucky attorney who handles such cases. Your doctor may need to work with you on the denial of the MRI. MRIs are big-ticket items, at around $1,000 a pop for cervical or lumbar... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Admiralty / Maritime for Hawaii on
Q: I am pro se and need to know the best place to obtain the process and stages, as well as court etiquette, and doc filing

It is a misdemeanor, but self defense. Need to know how to navigate thru law of the sea in court, as an American National under law of the land, common law. In Hawaii dist 1. Just their procedures. Thank you.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 23, 2024

I'm not a criminal defense attorney, but you posted under Admiralty/Maritime, and your question remains open for four weeks. It would probably be best for an experienced criminal defense attorney who practices in Hawaii to advise you. But as a general point, I see you are working on... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Health Care Law for New York on
Q: Do I have to give my social security number for personal medical records consent forms
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 23, 2024

This looks similar to a question I just answered about HIPAA authorization forms. SSN is an entry box on the forms that are requested from me. I have never omitted SSNs on these forms on my own cases. The opposing attorneys I work with want the forms filled out in their entirety. You could check... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Health Care Law for New York on
Q: Do I have to provide my personal social security number on a medical records consent form upon my request at my doctors
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 23, 2024

On the HIPAA authorizations that opposing attorneys often request from me, there is a box for social security number. It has never been an issue, but if you do not wish to provide, speak with your attorney or the opposing attorney/claim handling entity if there is an alternative for you [redaction,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Kansas on
Q: I was involved in a car accident. Other persons insurance is trying to sue for car repairs. I did not recieve ticket.

My insurance did not pay for his car repairs, I'm going to assume it was because I was not found at fault. I have less than 30 days to respond to a lawyers letter requesting a balance for the insurance. What should I do?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 22, 2024

A Kansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for almost a week, and time is of the essence. Start by contacting your carrier and placing them on notice of the claim. It is generally the duty of an auto carrier to defend their insured against claims and lawsuits. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Admiralty / Maritime and Family Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Where do I find an "experienced" bulldog divorce lawyer with Admiralty marine lawyer knowledge in a divorce with a yacht

Need immediate help possibly getting an injunction to keep it from being launched the last week in April in Wisconsin to prevent husband from sailing off with his new girlfriend with the asset although no divorce proceedings yet, but impending. Husband is a brilliant clinically diagnosed... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 21, 2024

You're seeking an attorney, and it could be difficult for attorneys here to respond with offers of their services. There is no solicitation here - the format is limited to quick Q & A. The closest thing to an attorney referral page on this site may be the tab above, "Find a... View More

Q: Is it possible to hire an out-of-state malpractice attorney if I can't find representation in California to represent me

Concerning fraudulent misrepresentation and concealment that occurred in my will contest of my grandmother's estate by the attorney I hired to represent me, merged himself into a conflict of interest with the opposing attorney for the estate both neglected to protect my interest as an issue of... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 25, 2024

Yes, you generally can. As my colleagues correctly indicate, it will involve working with local counsel on a pro hac vice basis. Keep in mind that working in this manner could complicate a case with the inclusion of an additional law firm, resulting in additional expenses. Good luck

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2 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: When is the best time in an ongoing medical issue to initiate malpractice/negligence proceedings?

I need a second surgery to correct the first. My first doctor offered to do it but I would like to consult another doctor.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 26, 2024

It sounds like you are considering the timing of your lawsuit as part of your strategy. Some law firms file suit at the onset; some file suit upon the collapse of negotiation efforts or when the statute of limitations is looming. Something to keep in mind is that many insurance defense firms will... View More

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Q: Strategic Mediation Services contacted me stating I owed this huge sum from 1999. Arbitration started 2019

Company called and said I would have to go to court if I dont pay. They had my social security number and old employment from 1999 which no longer exists.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 20, 2024

A Washington, DC attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Before involving attorneys to review the file with you to examine legal theories that would serve as possible defenses, the first step might be to find out if some kind of mix-up resulted in the bill, given... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death for New Jersey on
Q: wife was given 50mg fentynol and 200 mg morphine, went into coma and dieddoctors did not agree on dosage.....

25/100mg would have been more than enough for pain...intentional overdose

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 20, 2024

I'm very sorry for the loss of your wife. Based on the brief post, it seems likely you are wondering about your legal rights. You could try to set up a consult with med mal/wrongful death law firms to discuss further. Most firms that handle such cases offer free initial consults. In addition... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Hawaii on
Q: Is it normal to be asked by an attorney about my medication situation, my government situation & names of my kids ?

My dad recently passed away and name me and my 2 older sisters in his will.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 18, 2024

A Hawaii estate planning attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. I'm sorry for the loss of your father. It could depend on the role of the attorney - tax, private dispute, etc. As a general short answer, without practicing in this area and not knowing the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Washington on
Q: arbitration clause in a contract worker contract

I have been under a contract (in Washington State) to do some work for a small company (sole proprietor LLC). I completed the work and send a final invoice. He is not paying because he says he just cant afford to pay it. This is not at all true. The truth is that he has lost interest in the... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 17, 2024

A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The short answer is that arbitration clauses are binding. When parties to a contract agree to arbitration as a forum for handling disputes arising out of the matter, that means they forfeit rights to pursue... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Bad Faith for Utah on
Q: Car insurance won’t refer me to one of there recommended refer shops and won’t rent me a car.

My vehicle was in an accident, I was issued a rental vehicle while I looked for a repair shop and was dropped of at the shop before insurance adjuster told it need to be dropped off.

My car was in the shop but my rental time had reached the $1500 amount on my policy.

The repair... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 16, 2024

A Utah attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Unless it's a very generous policy, rental rights tend to be limited in many auto policies. One option could be to review the policy and your rights with a local attorney. Keep in mind that if the claim does not... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Health Care Law and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: How long will it take a lawyer to get back with you after getting your medical records?

I have been searching for a lawyer for medical malpractice case. I found one that seems promising. We had a conversation about a situation she told me how to get my medical records. I uploaded them and sent them per her request. About a week and a half later they sent me a message saying they got... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 22, 2024

There's no set legal answer that applies to all cases. Some patient files are fifty pages long, and some are several thousand. Also, many law firms will still retrieve the client's records, even if the client provided their own copy. That could involve going through record management... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Bankruptcy and Employment Law for New York on
Q: I am wondering if I can sue my employer for negligent infliction of emotional distress. I'm near Ontario County NY

I have a loan out thru my retirement. My employer didn't make the appropriate payroll deduction to pay my loan payment and the loan went into default. I can no longer borrow against this loan which has forced me to do a bankruptcy. This has caused me extreme emotional distress.. I have been to... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 16, 2024

I'm sorry for your ordeal. It's difficult to say with certainty whether the consequences you suffered from the payroll deduction would present the basis for a strong case. Although it's clear that you suffered here, and such damages are always part of the recovery inventory in a... View More

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