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Q: Can I get more compensation than the insurance policy covers for my car accident medical bills exceeding $50,000?
I was injured in a car accident in Florida and required serious, expensive surgery. The at-fault driver's insurance policy covers $50,000 per person, but my medical bills exceed that amount. I don't have personal insurance, health, or auto coverage. I am working with a lawyer, but I feel... View More 
Robert Edward Heyman
answered on Jun 3, 2026
answered on Jun 3, 2026
From the information contained in your question, it appears you have nowhere else to look for compensation for your injuries. You simply do not have the potential coverage ( health insurance, uninsured/ underinsured motorist coverage, workers' compensation) from which additional funds or... View More
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Q: Can I get more compensation than the insurance policy covers for my car accident medical bills exceeding $50,000?
I was injured in a car accident in Florida and required serious, expensive surgery. The at-fault driver's insurance policy covers $50,000 per person, but my medical bills exceed that amount. I don't have personal insurance, health, or auto coverage. I am working with a lawyer, but I feel... View More
David Pittman
answered on Jun 4, 2026
answered on Jun 4, 2026
Under Florida's tort reform laws, insurance companies now have a strict 90-day "safe harbor." If your lawyer sends over your medical bills and the insurance company offers up that $50,000 policy limit within 90 days, they are completely insulated from a "bad faith" lawsuit.... View More
Q: Do I need an LLC to start my clothing business in MI?
I am an 18-year-old American citizen planning to start a small clothing retail business selling Indian clothes. My plan is to start by selling at stalls during Indian events. I want to know if I need to form an LLC for this business and what the advantages or disadvantages might be at this initial... View More
Thomas. R. Morris
answered on Jun 3, 2026
answered on Jun 3, 2026
The main advantage of operating a business through an LLC is limitation of liability. If you operate as a sole propreitor or partner, you are liable for the business debts.
If the question whether a citizen's operation of a business might on its own affect the immigration status of... View More
Q: Ex violated custody agreement by taking kids to Mexico without notifying me. Can I do anything?
I reside in Utah, and my ex has sole legal custody of our children, but our custody agreement requires us to notify each other and share information when traveling with the kids. Recently, my ex took our children to Mexico without notifying me, which goes against our agreement. Additionally, when... View More
Mike Branum
answered on Jun 3, 2026
answered on Jun 3, 2026
The most important action you can take today is to document, document, document. Document EVERYTHING that has anything to do with your children. Be precise. Dates, times, events; document everything. I recommend documenting in ink on paper because it creates a chronological history that can be... View More
Q: How to correct a false eviction record in Brevard County, FL?
I have a false eviction record on my profile filed by my previous property management in Brevard County, Florida. This issue was supposedly settled in February 2024, and I continued living in the property for an additional six months. I have all relevant documents, including rent receipts and an... View More
Barry W. Kaufman
answered on Jun 3, 2026
answered on Jun 3, 2026
If there's a judgment of eviction, there's an affidavit of service of the complaint and summons in the Court file. I recommend that you look yourself up in the Brevard County clerk's website and see what's the file. You will likely need an attorney to help you challenge the judgment of eviction.
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