KarinGarage Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 he's awake now and in stable condition and able to tell his side of the story.Neil had recently gotten a new prescription for aderol, which he has abused in the past and sought treatment for addiction to it. I believe the fact that a doctor would prescribe a guy a drug that he has a history of abusing is negligence on the part of the doctor.anyways, his grandma lives in the neighborhood where in incident occured. He had been staying with her a few nights a week because he was borrowing her car. He was pretty messed up the night in question, and trying to sneak in quietly into his grandma's condo so he wouldn't wake her up. unfortunately, he had the wrong condo and now he doesn't have a leg. I also found out that he has no health insurance either to pay for all the medical bills.so, now we know that he was never out to harm anyone or steal anything, which i believed all along. Thanks to everyone who sent out good vibes for him. And thanks to all of you that didn't judge him without his side of the story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phishtaper Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 good vibes to you, Neil, and everyone else affected, Karin thanks for the update Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcO Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 I regret jumping to conclusions in the other thread. It was unkind.I am glad to hear he is alert and wish him a safe and speedy recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 I also found out that he has no health insurance either to pay for all the medical bills.the government doesn't pay for this kind of stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaPink Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 Not in the States, AD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaPink Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 I'm glad he's on his way to recovery, Karin. What a crazy story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwa. Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 Good to hear Karin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balogna pogna Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 Maybe we could put some sort of fundraiser together to help with his medical bills (maybe book a band at the Lanc or something). It's happened on this board before.Heck one time they even had a fundraiser for this website... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 ah, i thought this happened in canada. double-sad then. wow.good luck to all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bokonon Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 I'm glad to hear your friend woke up and is cognizant. Will he be able to get help for his addictions? How about legal help?It's very upsetting about his medical bills. But I always get frustrated because people think that in Canada this would all be paid for, which isn't true. There are a lot of medical expenses that aren't covered. For example, I know a man that is taking pills for chemo right now and it costs him $700 per month!! You have to be pretty well off to afford an extra $700 a month, especially if your work schedule is seriously affected by cancer.Karin, it's awesome that you are sticking by your friend and helping him to pick up the pieces of his life. That takes a very strong person and there aren't many like you around. Cheers to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousepad Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 Very sad circumstances but I'm glad to hear that Neil is doing better. Cyber hugs to you and Neil. Stay strong and be well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blurry Posted December 10, 2007 Report Share Posted December 10, 2007 Glad he woke up Karin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paisley Posted December 11, 2007 Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 (edited) right on Karin, very happy he pulled through... a tough road for him but least he's still on the roadcontinued good wishessomewhat thankful we don't have more liberal gun laws up here... yelling out "the police are on their way, I'm about to let the dog in." is often better than firing lethal shots in the dark Edited December 11, 2007 by Guest didn't sound right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phorbesie Posted December 11, 2007 Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 what a circumstance to wake up to...my heart aches. i hope he is doing OK. i'll be sending positive thoughts to him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timouse Posted December 11, 2007 Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 what a circumstance to wake up to...my heart aches. i hope he is doing OK. i'll be sending positive thoughts to him. what she said. condolences to you and your friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarinGarage Posted December 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 thank you, everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted December 11, 2007 Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 So the person that shot him didn't even need to shoot him for any reason. They were never in any danger yet probably feel perfectly justified.That is a fucking huge tragedy.Any other reaction would have been better for everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwa. Posted December 11, 2007 Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 pretty sure he can sue the living shit out of them now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarinGarage Posted December 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 yeah , i think he can sue, although he still has criminal charges against him as of right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted December 11, 2007 Report Share Posted December 11, 2007 pretty sure he can sue the living shit out of them now.The shooter might have a valid defense, namely that he reasonably believed he (and/or his property) was in danger.Aloha,Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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