Legal Options For Lawsuit

Summary

In California, you may pursue legal action against a third party for intentional infliction of emotional distress and unjust enrichment. For emotional distress claims, demonstrate that the conduct was extreme and outrageous, causing severe distress. For unjust enrichment, show that the third party benefited financially at your expense without justification. Collect evidence and documentation to support your claims. Consider consulting with a local attorney for personalized legal advice.

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My husband is in jail waiting trial for the murder of my mother. 11 days after he was arrested he over gave power of attorney to a third party who proceeded to cause unnecessary malicious emotional and financial damage to me and my two sons. What are my legal options to civilly sue her for unjustly enriching her self and causing excessive emotional damage
Hi ****, I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. You may have grounds to sue the third party for intentional infliction of emotional distress and unjust enrichment.
Here are some legal considerations:
- Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (IIED): You must prove the third party's conduct was outrageous and caused significant emotional distress.
- Unjust Enrichment: Demonstrate that the third party benefited at your expense without legal justification.
What state are you in? This can help in understanding specific laws applicable to your case.
California
Hi ****, here are some additional details about your legal options in California:
- Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (IIED): You need to show the third party's conduct was extreme, outrageous, and caused you severe emotional distress.
- Unjust Enrichment: You must prove that the third party was enriched at your expense and it is unjust for them to retain that benefit.
Do you have any documentation or evidence of the third party's actions?
California
****, here are your options for taking legal action in California:
- Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (IIED): Gather evidence showing the extreme and outrageous conduct by the third party, and how it led to severe emotional distress for you and your sons.
- Unjust Enrichment: Collect documentation showing how the third party was financially enriched at your expense without justification.
Do you have any documentation or evidence of the third party's actions?