Does Michigan have a cap on medical malpractice damages? The short answer is, thanks to tort reform, yes. Like many states, Michigan “caps” or limits the amount of damages that are available to a plaintiff who has been successful in a medical malpractice lawsuit. Michigan’s cap is a little more complex than most states’. According to […]
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Allowable Damages In Michigan medical Malpractice Cases
At the time of this writing, medical malpractice cases in Michigan have a cap on the amount of allowable damages. Unfortunately, Michigan legislators believe they alone, instead of the jury, should determine the amount of damages plaintiffs are allowed to obtain as compensation for injuries caused by the negligence of medical professionals. As in all […]
Read more...If I Have A Will Why Do I Need A Lawyer?
Probate is the process by which a will is made public and the court provides authorization to distribute assets to beneficiaries. Using a lawyer experienced in probate and estate administration will make the entire process of probating the estate efficient and cost-effective, even when no formal proceedings are required. A lawyer will help you avoid […]
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Articles on my blog cover a wide variety of legal issues. Whether it be wills, personal injury cases, contract disputes, medical malpractice, bidder custody fights, or other legal problems, articles on my blog are only intended to provide general knowledge to visitors about the given field of law. At times there might be an […]
Read more...What is Probate Estate Administration?
Probate is the court process by which the property of a person who has died (decedent or deceased) is distributed. Estate administration after a person’s death involves: Gathering the assets of the estate Paying debts & final expenses Distributing remaining assets A lawyer can assist in every aspect of estate administration. What Assets are Owned […]
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When applying for social security, it is important to understand which program you may qualify for. Social security has two main programs. The first program is known as Social Security disability income (SSDI). SSDI provides monthly income for those who are unable to work due to a disability. To qualify for SSDI an applicant must […]
Read more...Nursing home refusing to install Bedrails To protect Patient
There is a dangerous issue one of my clients is facing. The client is residing in a nursing home. The nursing home is refusing to install bedrails to protect my client from falling out of his bed. He is not ambulatory. This is clearly unacceptable. The nursing home claims it is illegal for them to […]
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Too often people are forced to hire an attorney without knowing anything about them accept what is published in commercials. The firm news section outlines issues faced by the firm along with potential cases I would love to take on to remedy perceived social injustices. It is a chance for the public to […]
Read more...Is Alimony Allowed In Indiana?
Unlike many states, Indiana does not recognize alimony. Instead Indiana provides for spousal maintenance. Some may call this just another form of alimony. However, receiving maintenance payments are more difficult and not automatic. Spousal Maintenance In Indiana Indiana presumes each spouse will work and support themselves after separation. The exception to this is where one […]
Read more...Finding A Lawyer Who Cares
Finding ourselves in need of a lawyer is one of the most uncomfortable and often frustrating times in a person’s life. First, when a person finds themselves in need of a lawyer, it is often due to the occurrence of a tragedy in their life. Whether it is being sexually harassed at work, unjustly terminated […]
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