Are there any circumstances in (UK) law that would allow a friend to 'sue' his wife for what he considers the money she stole from their joint account. [more inside]
posted by daveyt on Jan 26, 2009 - 15 answers

Injury claims lawyer recommendation in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by juiceCake on Oct 25, 2008 - 4 answers

Personal injury filter: I broke my leg very badly--clean break of both tibia and fibula--while visiting my brother's apartment building in Brooklyn NY. I required surgery and a 5-day hospital stay. I will require months of PT and further ortho visits. I don't know yet if I'll lose any time from work beyond the week I was in the hospital, because my job is understanding and will let me work from home for at least a while. I cannot drive for at least a month, so I'm dependent on the kindness of my friends to bring me things, and as I live in a 3-story walkup (in Baltimore), I won't be going anywhere for a while. My question is about whether I should try to have the apartment building owner(s) contribute money toward what I expect to be quite a high amount. I'm not looking for damages--just for whatever my insurance won't cover. [more inside]
posted by ImproviseOrDie on Sep 28, 2008 - 29 answers

How do I practice law...without a law degree? (WAY more inside...sorry) [more inside]
posted by hal_c_on on Aug 7, 2008 - 13 answers

Legalfilter: I need advice if we should sue or not! [more inside]
posted by freddymetz on Jul 31, 2008 - 19 answers

So I was crossing the street right after work in the crosswalk, on a green walk sign. A cab was making a left turn, ran into me, knocked me down, and then ran over my foot! The worst part was that he stopped ON TOP OF MY FOOT, wth?! So he gets out of the car to check on me and i'm on the ground screaming bloody murder- BACK THE F OFF MY FOOT- pretty funny when i re-tell it now since miraculously (doctor's words) I was spared from any major injury! [more inside]
posted by flaneuse on Feb 1, 2008 - 18 answers

My mom was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, which sucks in many, many ways, not the least of which is that it seems that it could have been caught by her mammogram two years ago, but wasn't, possibly because the technician ignored information in her chart. She is now being encouraged by others to sue for malpractice, considering that her cancer has now had two extra years to progress. I'm wondering if she actually has a case, and if so, how should she proceed. This is kind of a long story, so there's more inside... [more inside]
posted by odayoday on Jan 3, 2008 - 23 answers

Neighbour sheers off 1/4 finger looking after another's house. Should he sue? [more inside]
posted by jkaczor on Nov 27, 2007 - 25 answers

The tenants that I had in my house in London trashed the place and ran out on me leaving me seriously out of pocket. I'm in New York and poor. Anyone had any experience of chasing these things through the courts from another country? [more inside]
posted by merocet on Nov 4, 2007 - 22 answers

A client stopped a cheque they gave me as payment for musical services rendered. They don't respond to my demands for payment. What options do I have? [more inside]
posted by cbrody on Aug 9, 2007 - 17 answers

What shall I do to bring my dentist to a small court for his negligence, and for how much? [more inside]
posted by dy on Jun 21, 2007 - 17 answers

*deep breath* Ok. My great-grandmother left me a bout $10,000 when she died (I was six) to use towards college. My father, who was put as the executor over the account of whatever, spent the money when I was about fifteen. Now I'm 26 and I'd like to sue him for it. Can I win? [more inside]
posted by Bageena on Apr 4, 2007 - 33 answers

Lawsuit Filter: So my significant other and significant others parent both work for the same company. SO's parent might be suing said company for age discrimination (and has a very good case). SO is worried about being blacklisted and/or targeted. How much should I and SO worry? Could SO also sue if SO is targeted because of the suit or at that point even join the lawsuit? I know (most of you are) not a lawyer but at least point me in the right direction. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 16, 2007 - 8 answers

Have any MeFites sued their homeowner's insurance company? [more inside]
posted by Benny Andajetz on Feb 13, 2007 - 3 answers

Medical malpractice suits: What actually happens to an MD when they're sued? In terms of disciplinary actions against the MD, is there a difference between being found liable in civil court versus a settlement? [more inside]
posted by ultraultraboomerang on Jan 19, 2007 - 15 answers

I was rear-ended pretty hard by a drunk driver while I was driving. I will have medical bills that are pretty high, and my neck will probably be messed up for months (at least). Will the insurance companies pick this up sufficiently, or should I seek legal counsel, who wants 1/3 of the recovery? This happened in Kansas. Anyone who has been through this type of situation, please help!! [more inside]
posted by Fisherkitty on Jan 2, 2007 - 34 answers

I was hit by a bus while my car was not moving. Who do I sue in small claims court, the driver of the bus, or the private company that owns the bus? [more inside]
posted by JakeWalker on Dec 27, 2006 - 16 answers

A close relative was attacked, beaten and threatened at gunpoint, and the Sheriff and DA are protecting the attacker. How do we use litigation and/or publicity to force accountability? [more inside]
posted by univac on Nov 21, 2006 - 27 answers

So I'd like to start a site where people can submit/dl alternative album art for music. More inside? Yes, please. [more inside]
posted by unixrat on Sep 27, 2006 - 9 answers

LegalFilter: What are my legal options against a company that withdrew money from my checking account without my consent? [more inside]
posted by Smarson on Feb 13, 2006 - 16 answers

Have any Lawyers or Doctors ever been sued for giving free advice on the internet? What was the result?
posted by Paris Hilton on Jan 15, 2006 - 3 answers