It been 11 days and i still dont have nothing to drive hes from Virginia sc. Im from gaffeny sc what r my rights n should i just hire a lawyer to handle it. I got injurys to. Whip lash. N knot on my left leg thats not going away.
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answered on Jan 5, 2023
Under South Carolina Law, you are entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, ALL OF YOUR MEDICAL BILLS, and any lost wages. Many times Insurance companies engage in delaying tactics in hope that you will just give up and accept a lower offer.
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How is that possible? I don't remember even getting out of the car and by the time I came to my senses a passerby had already reported the accident. I had a head injury, it's not like I deliberately tried to hide the fact their was a wreck.
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answered on May 1, 2023
It seems you may have suffered a brain injury and short-term memory loss. There are times where you may have been given a citation; however, the OTHER DRIVER was at fault for causing the wreck. Additionally, your injuries may be more significant than just what you felt at the time of the wreck.... View More
I live in SC but was hit by a drunk driver in NC, they were found at fault of course. My car was totaled but thankfully(maybe) I wasn’t hurt. That leads us to them trying to pay for my car and my car only. They offered me 10k for my car when I owe a total of 17k. I don’t have gap insurance (a... View More
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answered on Nov 8, 2022
You should reach out to an Attorney to assist you with this matter. The fact that you were struck by a Drunk Driver means that you are entitled to appropriate compensation otherwise, you will need to file suit to enforse your claim.
The insurance was still on the vehicle from previous owner and they refuse coverage.
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answered on May 24, 2022
I'm sorry to hear about this situation. You need to look into other sources of recovery that may be available to you and your family. Additionally, you'll need an attorney to assist you because there might be liability coverage avilable elsewhere.
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I was rear ended by an employee of a car dealership who was on the clock at the time. The employee was on a large tablet-like device not paying attention while driving. This employee also was in a customer's car and not a company car. Do I just deal with insurance or do I have the right to go... View More
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answered on May 8, 2022
Did you experience any injuries as a result of the collision?
backward causing injury on my left hip and back. Now I have problems with my vision and other problems. Because of problem with the paralegal at the law firm I had, claiming that she had sent me documents that never sent and claiming that she never received from the medical facility any of the... View More
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answered on Feb 19, 2022
If you believe that you can no longer work with the firm that you have now, then you should definitely reach out to a new firm to handle your case. I would first recommend speaking with your current attorney to see if you can resolve the problem. If not, then definitely seek out a lawyer who is... View More
I got ran over by a garbage truck and the person drug test came back positive for cocaine the same day and he got fired. Would that fall into intentional tort because he knew what he was doing was wrong and he could injury someone while driving high, especially a commercial vehicle?
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answered on Feb 8, 2022
I'm sorry to hear about this horrible incident. In your sceneario it is possible that both the driver and the company that he was driving for would be liable for your injuries. In Georgia, a company may be responsible for the torts committed by its employees. Additionally, there may be... View More
And I have
Whiplash
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answered on Oct 19, 2021
You would have a claim against the at-fault party assuming they had liability coverage. You need an experience SC car wreck attorney to assist you in dealing with the insurance company. They are not your friend and will work to nickle and dime you so that you don't receive fair compensation.
I took this to small claims court to prove that I was not at fault and won my case. This accident happened in 2019 and I was diagnosed with cancer a month afterwards.
I had to request several contingencies due to radiation, chemotherapy, physical therapy and recovery time. During this time... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2021
They're going to try and scare you into accepting a lower amount of money by threatening to appeal.
You need an Attorney who will represent you in the appeal. Otherwise they will appeal the case a demand a jury trial.
I was hit by two trucks on my motorcycle waiting at a stoplight in January. I sustained spine injuries and my motorcycle was totaled. I retained an attorney three days after the accident and have yet to have settled the claim. In addition to the lack of sense of urgency my attorney is very... View More
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answered on Dec 18, 2019
This is a very sensitive subject. It is unfortunate that you feel this way, especially concerning such a severe case. It is best for you to speak with another attorney who is licensed to handle similar cases in South Carolina.
I was in an accident on 8/8. The other party's insurance contacted me on 8/20 and told me they would be keeping in touch with me. I've left her voicemails. She hasn't returned my calls. I just continue to get her voicemail which says "Welcome to our voicemail box system. You... View More
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answered on Aug 24, 2019
Don’t talk to the insurance company. They are only looking to string you along until you get frustrated and give up or say something that hurts your case.
You should seek at an attorney to assist you immediately.
I got into a car accident which was my fault and then received the citation
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answered on Aug 17, 2019
It depends on if the citation was the result of a car wreck. If another vehicle was involved many times the court will require you to appear in court and address restitution. However, if it is just a citation for improper left turn, then you will be allowed to merely pay the fine in lieu of... View More
Yesterday 3 hours before my shift ended I was called into office and was told that due to a b s excuse they like to use I have to be terminated Now I don't know if I can get help with my situation and they are liable. I had been with them full time for over 2 years I have No insurance Please help
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answered on Jan 16, 2019
Your employer cannot fire you because you were injured while on the job. There may be other facts or witnesses available that can provide more information about the situation. You need to contact an attorney who can guide you on what steps you need to follow to preserve your potential Workers Comp... View More
The other driver ran the stop sign. And claimed he didnt see me because i didnt have my headlights on. It wasnt dark yet. The officer put us both at fault. How can he do that?
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answered on Aug 20, 2018
Many times the reporting officer is going off of incomplete information when they write the citation. It is important that you get an attorney to represent you that can conduct their own investigation into the situation.
My grandson and I were stopped and then rear ended hard. Massive damage to my car and believe its totaled. Plus it has left me with suffering and injuries. We went to the hospital..whiplash, neck pain, back sprain, and headaches...The other driver was issued a citation by the police. She provided... View More
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answered on Jul 19, 2018
You will need to consult with an attorney on how to go after someone who did not provide insurance st the time of the wreck. Seek out an attorney who is experienced with litigating complex car wrecks.
My relative was hit by a train not at a crossing. This was after being involved in a car accident where he was disoriented officials report which made him walk along the train tracks.
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answered on Jul 3, 2018
Very often the incident report will have wrong information in it. You will need someone to address this inaccuracy otherwise the insurance company will use it against you.
It is VITAL that your family get in contact with an experienced attorney who can guide you through this difficult process.
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answered on Jun 14, 2018
You will want to consult with a Personal Injury attorney who is familiar with these types of cases. Although the driver is clearly at fault, his insurance company will not want to pay you a fair compensation.
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answered on Jun 13, 2018
Your fiance will want to contact an attorney who is experienced with traffic law. Not only does she have to worry about the criminal aspect of the citation, but she should be aware of what affect a "guilty" plea will have on her insurance as well.
Hi i did shoplifting in 2015 and the case was closed in 2016 january.I was asked to work some hours as punishment and i paid the fees als.But my question is will it show on my background check bacause i got a job.Please let me know what are the steps for me to remove it to not show up in background... View More
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answered on Jun 8, 2018
You should contact an attorney so they can properly counsel you on whether Record Expungement would be applicable.
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answered on Jun 1, 2018
There could be additional evidence that would allow the State to prove that you had committed the offense charged.
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