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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Texas on
Q: I was in a minor accident and I’m being sued for more than 250,000 my policy limit is $100,000 will they win?

Accident was minor and my insurance paid for repairs to their car. The police didn’t come to the accident because no one was injured but then they got a personal injury attorney and my insurance has been unsuccessful at settling with them.

Raymond Chow
Raymond Chow
answered on Feb 16, 2025

The outcome of a case is never certain as it depends on the specific details. Also, injuries aren’t always obvious right away since symptoms can take days to appear due to surging adrenaline. Your auto insurance will provide you with defense counsel as long as you request one under a valid auto... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Contracts and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: What can I do to retrieve belongings from escrowed property?

I had my vehicle and travel trailer stored on a friend's property in Dorena, Oregon, where I was paying storage fees, but I didn't have a formal written agreement. My friend has passed away, and the property is now in escrow. I wasn't given any notice to remove my belongings. I have... View More

Brad  Holbrook
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answered on Feb 14, 2025

I'm sorry for the loss of your friend. You should be able to use self-help to retrieve your vehicle and trailer if you can do so peacefully. You should find out who is currently in charge of the security of the property--if it's in probate, the personal representative. It could very well... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Business Law and Products Liability for California on
Q: Can I sue a business for selling a medical device without verifying my license?

I purchased a medical-grade device from a business that did not verify whether I have the proper license to use it. The company claims you don't need a license to own it, but industry standards and my research indicate that a license is required for business use. They provided minimal... View More

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Feb 14, 2025

If you can establish they were prohibited by law from selling it to you perhaps you have an argument. Admitting you have been using it illegally is a problem that would likely have consequences. For you to be absolved of any responsibility for not knowing you had to be licensed seems very unlikely.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: Can a 21-year-old be prosecuted for getting a 17-year-old pregnant in Florida?

I'm 17 years old and currently living with my 21-year-old boyfriend in Florida. We are in a consensual relationship with my parents' knowledge. If I become pregnant, will my boyfriend face any legal issues or prosecution?

Rocky Brancato
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answered on Feb 14, 2025

You two fall under the "close in age" section of Florida law. Your boyfriend will not be prosecuted so long as the activity is consensual. Here is an excerpt from our firm's blog:

A narrow exception exists under the “close-in-age” exemption found in Section 794.05,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Criminal Law for Virginia on
Q: What should I do if HR alleges I stole food based on video evidence in Virginia?

I received a call from HR stating that they have videos of me allegedly stealing food from the cafeteria. They mentioned the incident happened 8 times over the last couple of months. I haven't been formally accused yet but was asked if I recall it happening. I haven't reviewed the videos,... View More

Amy McMullen Harber
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answered on Feb 14, 2025

Consuming food, supplies, or other resources belonging to your employer without authorization could be considered embezzlement in Virginia. It is best to consult with a criminal defense and/or employment attorney about the options available to you based on the terms of your employment & how the... View More

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