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Absolutely, depending on their values and which chapter you file, and what exemptions are available under applicable laws in your case. In Chapter 13 you can always keep your assets. In Chapter 7 you can keep them if you have sufficient exemptions to protect their equity value. You need to consult with an experienced bankruptcy attorney in your area for more details. See my blog article on keeping assets in bankruptcy for more information.... Read Answer

It took me a while to understand your facts, but I think I've got it now.  When you say your debt was "discharged" by the original creditor, did you mean "charged off"?   Those are two completely different things. A discharge of debts is something you get under federal bankruptcy law (after filing a bankruptcy case) which takes away your legal obligation to repay a debt. A charge off, by contrast, is merely a bookkeeping entry used for accounting purposes.  It has no legal weight or implications. So, assuming I've got your terminology correct, you still owe this debt to the predatory companies.  Assuming the debt was not incurred through fraud or any of the other bases set out as exceptions to discharge of debts in bankruptcy, you should be able to discharge those debts in a Chapter 7 case. Mark Markus has been practicing exclusively bankruptcy law in California since 1991.  He is a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization,  AV-Rated by martindale.com, and A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau. ... Read Answer

For more information about HIPAA, violations and how to file a complaint, visit:   http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/complaints/ NOTE:  This response is general in nature and should not be considered legal advice.  No attorney-client relationship exists or is formed by this response. ... Read Answer

I don't know why your orthopedic surgeon is medicating you for psychiatric issues, it is not something within his specialty. I think this is a question you should be directing to your psychiatrist or to the surgeon.  Please note that by attempting to answer your question, I am not acting as your attorney. I will do nothing further to protect or preserve your interests in the absence of any additional discussion with you about this matter. John Ratkowitz, Esq. Starr, Gern, Davison & Rubin, P.C. 105 Eisenhower Parkway Roseland, NJ 07068 Office: (973) 830-8441 Cell: (732) 616-6278 Fax: (973) 226-0031 Email: jratkowitz@starrgern.com  Skype: john_ratkowitz. ... Read Answer

You may have a case, but it is going to be hard to quantify the damages. It sounds like he failed to diagnose the tendon rupture in the little finger and he obviously failed to diagnose the re-rupture, but the question will be what impact the delay in dealing with those two conditions was on the ultimate outcome. I could be a case, but if you caled my office I would tell you to wait until the dust settled after the final sugery to see (a) whether this caused permanent damage and (b) how much of whatever was left was related to the delay/mistreatment. Of course, you have to also be mindful of the statute of limitations, so you cannot wait forever.  If you want to investigate a malpractice case, you should contact a local medical malpractice attorney (one in your state).  They take these cases on a contingency basis which means you only have to pay if you succeed.  Additionally, initial consultations are usually free. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" service through this website to research medical malpractice attorneys.  Then, visit each attorney's website and look for a firm that has a record of successful verdicts,  ideally with experience in cases that involve your medical issue. If you are unable to find a lawyer who meets these qualifications within your state, sometimes you may contact an out of state lawyer who can refer you to a qualified attorney in your state while providing support related to the issues of medicine. Below are some articles you may find helpful.  They are written for a New Jersey audience (where I practice) but the ideas discussed in these articles usually apply in most other jurisdictions as well. Click here for an article that discusses the three main questions I ask when deciding whether to investigate a potential medical malpractice case. This discusses the issue of financial viability. Click here for an article that explains what you can and should expect when pursuing a medical malpractice case. Click here, here  and here for more information about me. Click here for summaries of some of the cases that I have litigated. Since I am a lawyer, I need to advise you of the following when I communicate with you: Please note that by attempting to answer your question, I am not acting as your attorney. I will do nothing further to protect or preserve your interests in the absence of any additional discussion with you about this matter. John Ratkowitz, Esq. Starr, Gern, Davison & Rubin, P.C. 105 Eisenhower Parkway Roseland, NJ 07068 Office: (973) 830-8441 Cell: (732) 616-6278 Fax: (973) 226-0031 Email: jratkowitz@starrgern.com  Skype: john_ratkowitz Click here for my website. ... Read Answer

It should not have happened, but if the subsequent surgery cured the problems, you probbly do nto have a financially viable medical malpractice case. Articles below explain why this is so.  If you want to investigate a malpractice case, you should contact a local medical malpractice attorney (one in your state).  They take these cases on a contingency basis which means you only have to pay if you succeed.  Additionally, initial consultations are usually free. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" service through this website to research medical malpractice attorneys.  Then, visit each attorney's website and look for a firm that has a record of successful verdicts,  ideally with experience in cases that involve your medical issue. If you are unable to find a lawyer who meets these qualifications within your state, sometimes you may contact an out of state lawyer who can refer you to a qualified attorney in your state while providing support related to the issues of medicine. Below are some articles you may find helpful.  They are written for a New Jersey audience (where I practice) but the ideas discussed in these articles usually apply in most other jurisdictions as well. Click here for an article that discusses the three main questions I ask when deciding whether to investigate a potential medical malpractice case. This discusses the issue of financial viability. Click here for an article that explains what you can and should expect when pursuing a medical malpractice case. Click here, here  and here for more information about me. Click here for summaries of some of the cases that I have litigated. Since I am a lawyer, I need to advise you of the following when I communicate with you: Please note that by attempting to answer your question, I am not acting as your attorney. I will do nothing further to protect or preserve your interests in the absence of any additional discussion with you about this matter. John Ratkowitz, Esq. Starr, Gern, Davison & Rubin, P.C. 105 Eisenhower Parkway Roseland, NJ 07068 Office: (973) 830-8441 Cell: (732) 616-6278 Fax: (973) 226-0031 Email: jratkowitz@starrgern.com  Skype: john_ratkowitz Click here for my website. ... Read Answer

I, unfortunately, cannot answer your question since I am not licensed to practice law in Mississippi and do not know Mississippi law. I am only licensed to practice law in Florida.  I can tell you that in Florida, the mere signed statement (even if it is under oath and given in court) would not be sufficient, in and of itself, to undo a conviction.  It is a much more involved process -- and, generally, would require [a] motion/s and hearing if it were a Florida case.  Even then there would not be any assurance of succeeding.  Again, that may not be the same in Mississippi.  Most likely a Mississippi attorney who practices criminal law give you an answer. Nonetheless, I wanted to respond to your inquiry to let you know there is a national group known as the "Innocence Project."  It works on cases in which defendants have been wrongfully convicted.  However, I believe most (and maybe all) of its cases involve DNA issues.  You can get information on the "Innocence Project" by going on-line and typing "Innocence Project."  Even if it is not in a position to help you, someone with Innocence Project may be able to point you in the right direction for trying to get help.    ... Read Answer

You weren't smoking during the surgery, so I don't see how that could cause your stroke. Smoking may have put you at an increased risk for a stroke, but these are things that should come up during, and be proactively planned for when you obtain preoperative clearance.  If you want to investigate a case, you should contact a local medical malpractice attorney (one in your state).  They take these cases on a contingency basis which means you only have to pay if you succeed.  Additionally, initial consultations are usually free. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" service through this website to research medical malpractice attorneys.  Then, visit each attorney's website and look for a firm that has a record of successful verdicts.  If you want to investigate a case, you should contact a local medical malpractice attorney (one in your state).  They take these cases on a contingency basis which means you only have to pay if you succeed.  Additionally, initial consultations are usually free. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" service through this website to research medical malpractice attorneys.  Then, visit each attorney's website and look for a firm that has a record of successful verdicts.  Below are some articles you may find helpful.  They are written for a New Jersey audience (where I practice) but the ideas discussed in these articles usually apply in most other jurisdictions as well. Click here for an article that discusses the three main questions I ask when deciding whether to investigate a potential medical malpractice case. Click here for an article that explains what you can expect when filing a medical malpractice case. Click here and here for more information about me. Please note that by attempting to answer your question, I am not acting as your attorney. I will do nothing further to protect or preserve your interests in the absence of any additional discussion with you about this matter. John Ratkowitz, Esq. Starr, Gern, Davison & Rubin, P.C. 105 Eisenhower Parkway Roseland, NJ 07068 Office: (973) 830-8441 Cell: (732) 616-6278 Fax: (973) 226-0031 Email: jratkowitz@starrgern.com  Skype: john_ratkowitz Web: www.starrgern.com. ... Read Answer

You can apply for a green card without having to leave the U.S. once you got married. The marriage itself will not provide you immigration status that allows you to remain in the U.S. It does matter for your green card application if you no longer attend school as long as you do not leave the U.S.... Read Answer