Working with clients in Albuquerque, New Mexico for more than 20 years, Kathleen (Kathy) Love is an attorney with McGinn, Montoya, Love & Curry, PA. Committed to the advancement of the legal profession and the positive impact it has on the public, attorney Kathy Love belongs to a number of advocacy organizations, including the American Association for Justice (AAJ). In February, the AAJ commented on action taken by the U.S. House of Representatives to pass legislation it says undoes nearly three decades of progress made through the Americans With Disabilities Act. The law places new hurdles in the path of disabled Americans who seek public accommodation, placing that burden back upon them instead of the businesses who, until now, have been required to give them access. The AAJ said the new law will “strip away the rights” of disabled individuals and make it more difficult for disabled persons to get equal access to public services.
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Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Kathleen “Kathy” Love is an attorney practicing at McGinn, Montoya, Love & Curry, PA. Attorney Kathy Love serves many clients who have had the worst thing happen in their lives - medical malpractice, reckless driving collisions, catastrophic injuries, or civil rights violations. When you or a loved one suspects that you have been the victim of medical malpractice, you should seek representation quickly as there are often deadlines that begin running from the date of the malpractice - even if you don't have reason to know there was malpractice at the time. You should immediately seek a complete copy of your medical records and take them to a lawyer to review your case. It is typical that a lawyer will have to consult with an expert witness before determining whether the medical provider in your case breached the "standard of care," justifying a medical malpractice lawsuit. Time is of the essence and the sooner you can consult a lawyer, the sooner he or she can begin working on your case while you get back to what is most important - healing from your injuries. For nearly two decades, attorney Kathleen (Kathy) Love has served as a partner at the Albuquerque, New Mexico-based law firm of McGinn, Carpenter, Montoya & Love, P.A. In addition to her everyday work as an attorney, Kathy Love helps to advance the field of trial law through her membership in the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association (NMTLA), where she serves as a board member. Along with various other benefits, the NMTLA offers two different publications that provide a tangible benefit to attorneys practicing in the state. The first is the Evidence Handbook, which is a comprehensive resource of all the state and federal laws that affect the handling of evidence. While most of New Mexico’s laws about evidence mirror federal statutes, litigators should be aware of some key differences that NMTLA explains in this sourcebook. Members also get access to the organization’s journal, which is published on a bi-monthly basis. This publication reviews all of the state and federal court cases (trial and appellate) in the state and gives analysis about each one. Kathleen “Kathy” Love has been an attorney with the Albuquerque law firm McGinn, Carpenter, Montoya & Love, PA for seventeen years. She and her firm represent loved ones who were wrongfully hurt or mistreated by institutional negligence, often the result of companies putting profits over the safety of the people they are supposed to serve. Attorney Kathy Love of Albuquerque has experience representing clients against nursing homes and other residential care facilities. Experts suggest that even though they should be able to trust the facilities where they leave their loved ones for expert care, family members should be watchful for signs of neglect. Poor hygiene can indicate the facility staff is leaving residents to perform daily self-care tasks beyond their capabilities. If residents seem to have dirty clothes, bedding, or living spaces, this can indicate a failure of the staff members to fulfill their basic duties. Neglect is also likely to show in the dehydration and malnutrition of residents. A lack of staff attention often means that residents do not receive sufficient food and water, even to the point of meals being missed. If staff members do not respond quickly to call buttons, residents will frequently have unmet needs, such as the need to dress or use the bathroom, and may be at risk of physical injury or illness as a result. Family members should also be watchful for changes in a loved one's behavior, particularly if the individual has diminished cognitive abilities. Often, elders who are neglected may become withdrawn, anxious, or less communicative. Behavioral problems may be a sign of other issues, however, so experts urge families not to immediately assume neglect. Nevertheless, loved ones should investigate signs of potential neglect by communicating with the facility and, if necessary, with an attorney. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, attorney Kathleen “Kathy” Love has served in private practice with McGinn, Carpenter, Montoya & Love for the past 17 years. Alongside her everyday work as an attorney, Kathy Love belongs to numerous professional organizations, including the New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (NMCDLA). When an individual is charged with a crime, the record of that charge (and arrest if it occurs) can follow the person for the rest of his or her life. NMCDLA doesn’t believe that should be the case. That’s why the organization has taken an official position on the issue, arguing that expungement should be an option for individuals who find themselves in this situation. Background checks can often provide incomplete or misleading information, which means that a person who was found innocent of a crime or who had his or her charges dropped can still face employment, financial, and other barriers. NMCDLA advocates for an easy and complete option for these individuals to expunge all records of the arrest and/or charges in these situations so that a person receives a fair chance moving forward. Kathleen “Kathy” Love is an attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico, who has been practicing since 1995. Currently, Kathy Love is a partner at McGinn, Carpenter, Montoya & Love, PC, where she has handled a large variety of civil cases. In addition to her work as an attorney, Ms. Love is a member of the Board of Governors for the American Association for Justice. Previously known as Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the American Association for Justice is a professional organization for trial attorneys. The association strives to improve the quality and fairness of the American legal system by providing a range of professional resources to member attorneys. These resources include events such as the association’s Winter Conference. A premier networking affair, the conference features over 200 events that include 10 legal continuing education programs. The proceedings also offer leading legal experts, resources on new and innovative litigation strategies, and other legal reference materials. The conference is next scheduled for February 3, 2018 at the Grand Wailea resort in Maui, Hawaii. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, attorney Kathleen Love is a partner at McGinn, Carpenter, Montoya & Love, P.A., also headquartered in Albuquerque. Kathy Love has been practicing law since 1995, mainly focusing in criminal and civil cases and is a member of several professional organizations. She serves on the Board of Governors for the American Association of Justice (AAJ). Formerly called the Association of Trial Lawyers in America, the American Association of Justice is based in Washington D.C. The AAJ provides information, resources, and support to trial attorneys to help them efficiently and effectively represent their clients. On February 11-14, 2017, the AAJ will host a winter convention in Austin, Texas. These four days will feature over 200 events of networking and shared knowledge with the best leaders in the industry. Trial attorneys and experts will cover specialized topics within 11 continued education programs during the conference designed by plaintiff attorneys. Litigation groups, section, and committee meetings allow lawyers to stay ahead of the curve in being on top of the latest developments in their practice. Kathleen “Kathy” Love is an accomplished attorney in Albuquerque. Practicing as a partner at McGinn, Carpenter, Montoya & Love, PA, she represents ordinary individuals in their fight against insurance companies, the government, and other large organizations. Kathy Love handles a huge range of cases as an attorney and recently represented the family of Christopher Torres in their lawsuit against the Albuquerque Police Department (APD). The Torres v. APD case began in 2011 following the shooting death of Christopher Torres. A 27-year-old man who was diagnosed with schizophrenia, Torres was confronted by two plain clothes detectives while in his backyard. The detectives confronted him to serve a warrant for a traffic incident. They claimed that Torres had attempted to take one of their guns and that the shooting was done in self-defense. Following a 2014 bench trial, the family of Christopher Torres was awarded over $6 million; however, this was capped at $400,000, the maximum amount allowed under the New Mexico Tort Claims Act. The initial amount was awarded by District Judge Shannon Bacon after she determined that the police officers had created the dangerous situation that ultimately led to the shooting. A second lawsuit was filed by Torres’ family in federal court and the city settled for the original $6 million figure. Payment to the Torres family is expected to be taken from the Albuquerque Risk Management Fund so as to not affect state taxes. Torres’ mother and father plan to keep some of the money to cover necessary living costs, but a large portion of the settlement amount will go to an organization that supports individuals who are mentally ill. Attorney Kathy Love has long been committed to bringing about substantial changes to protect the most vulnerable citizens. Through her work at McGinn, Carpenter, Montoya, and Love (MCML), attorney Kathy Love has been able to bring justice to those with least access to it. The firm believes that the police departments should protect their citizens, and it works to seek justice and accountability for those who have been harmed, rather than helped, by the police. One example of such a case was Harper v. the Albuquerque Police Department. Larry Harper had walked into the wilderness one night, and his loved ones believed he was suicidal and called the Albuquerque Police, who sent a SWAT team. After two hours, Mr. Harper emerged from the wilderness, and the SWAT team began to chase him, along with a team of dogs. He was eventually shot to death while hiding behind a tree. The law firm settled the case, winning both a monetary reward and 10 major changes to police policies. This outcome is in keeping with MCML’s focus on bringing about real changes in addition to financial justice for victims. Albuquerque attorney Kathleen “Kathy” Love and her firm have had numerous succesful cases that have been covered in the news media. Attorney Kathy Love also was involved in a high-profile case while she worked for the New Mexico Public Defender Department. There have always been high profile cases involving celebrities. OJ Simpson's case was called "the trial of the century" in 1995. After his career ended he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but he was accused of murder in 1994. He went on trial for the murder his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman. Acquitted of these crimes, several years later he was found guilty of a number of felonies including armed robbery and kidnapping. For these crimes he received a 33-year sentence behind bars. Another National Football League player, Aaron Hernandez, was arrested in 2013 and charged with first-degree murder. He was accused of murdering Odin Lloyd, a semi-pro football player. He was convicted of this crime in 2015, and on top of this conviction he has recently been charged with an unrelated double-homicide. Lana Turner was one of Hollywood's biggest stars in 1958. In that year she too was involved in a murder trial. Her 14-year-old daughter was accused of stabbing Lana Turner's boyfriend, Johnny Stompanato, to death while the couple was fighting in their home. It was eventually ruled a justified homicide due to the teen claiming that the mobster was going to kill her mother. Many people thought that she was just covering for her mother, Lana Turner, who it was believed committed the act. |
AuthorKathy Love, a partner at the civil practice McGinn, Carpenter, Montoya & Love, PA, defends individuals and families who have lost a loved one, or who have suffered a serious injury at the hands of large corporations, government, or hospitals. Archives
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