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I had experienced a traumatic workplace incident September 2023 that resulted in amputation from a defective device. The employer was liable for the injury and took it upon themselves to hire a maintenance company to repair the machine instead of returning to manufacture company to avoid a lawsuit.... View More

answered on Feb 12, 2025
Hello – your experience sounds awful. You may still have a cause of action against the manufacturer if the defect was known and there was a recall. You might be able to establish liability by having the employer and repair facility testifying your behalf. While it is a challenging case, you still... View More

answered on May 15, 2024
Hi - I’m terribly sorry about your incident. Depending on your injury, you may be entitled to recover your lost wages. You may also be entitled to additional compensation. There are many factors that would need to be considered. I would highly recommend that you speak with an attorney in order to... View More
I was involved in a motorcycle accident while on my way to work. I was driving behind a car when the driver suddenly made a U-turn, causing me to crash into the car. The police arrived on the scene and filed a report, which accurately states that the car driver was at fault for the accident. I... View More

answered on Feb 23, 2025
Hi - I'm terribly sorry about your accident. It sounds awful. Because you were riding a motorcycle, your recovery will be more challenging. However, you should definitely consult with an attorney in order to determine whether you have a viable cause of action. It the accident was not your... View More
After the injury the Red Cross provided misleading information on severity and needed treatment. This resulted in a Pseudo aneurysm that required surgery.

answered on Sep 22, 2023
Hello - so sorry about your situation. What you describe sounds terrible. In order for you to have a malpractice claim, you would need to prove that the nurse or whoever did the blood draw deviated from a normal standard of care. You should consult with an attorney to discuss your matter further... View More
Privileges back. So what happens with the charges

answered on May 11, 2023
Hi - sorry about your incident. The others here are correct. When one is arrested for DWI and there was a refusal to submit to a breathalyzer, that triggers not only a court case, but an administrative hearing with DMV. The court case is independent of the refusal hearing conducted by DMV. If your... View More
Today during my first driving class, a commercial truck drove from my left trying to go around me and turned on the right hitting the car I was in. I have sprained shoulder and strained lumbosacral strain. It clearly was the fault of the driver on the truck.
What should I do? Besides the... View More

answered on Nov 16, 2022
Hi - I’m terribly sorry about your accident, it sounds awful. From what you described, it sounds like you may have a viable cause of action. You should consult with an attorney to see what your options are. In New York, there is a threshold that needs to be achieved prior to filing a case. If... View More
Hello I was in a car accident before my flight and we was in a taxi which the man ran into us And we ran into somebody well the taxi did and we know Puerto apart of the us is it possible to hire a lawyer from Ny to help us with a case it was 7 of us cause we live in nyc

answered on Jun 23, 2021
Hi. So sorry about your incident. You can definitely attempt to file a suit in order to get a recovery. However, New York has a threshold with regard to the level of injury one would require in order to file a cause of action.
I would suggest that you consult a NY attorney to see if you... View More
My complaint against billion+dollar US/Canadian company was investigated by NYS Dept.Labor:company admitted 'guilt' & Dept. determined 'guilty', fined & penalized. NYS Dept. lead investigator informed me that because company already admitted guilt (IE: violated NYS Mold... View More

answered on May 14, 2021
Hi. That is a very interesting fact pattern. You definitely want to consult with an attorney prior to settling a potential action. We are happy to provide you with a free consultation, as I’m sure many others are as well.
All the best. Stay safe, have a great weekend.
Jon
I lost a child at just under 36 weeks pregnant. I was told by a lawyer at the time (2000) that nothing could be done because the baby did not take a breath outside of utero, but, the reason the baby didn't take a breath was negligence on the part of the hospital staff. I have proof in... View More

answered on Feb 17, 2021
Hi – I’m so terribly sorry about your incident. I can’t imagine how you are feeling. If you would like to talk to Us or any other attorney, please contact me and we can discuss a little more Fullyt about whether you have any ability to file a suit that involves recovery. Again, I’m so... View More
Evidence is on video. I reside in The state of New York. What $ is my case worth before I proceed

answered on Jan 29, 2021
Hi there – first, I’m terribly sorry about your matter. It sounds awful. It is difficult for any attorney to assess what the case is worth without knowing more information, such as the extent of your injuries. There are certain thresholds that need to be met in New York in order to bring a... View More
I have a video car hit me. Police said I hit the car

answered on Nov 10, 2020
Hi - first, I'm very sorry for your situation. If you have a video, I would suggest reaching out to an attorney to assist you with your ticket. And, in a way, more importantly, if you were injured and the driver of the car is in any way at fault, you might be able to file suit in hopes of a... View More
THIS resulted in significant injuries. I had a tibial plateau fracture, meniscus and complete tear of mcl. I was in control and at a reasonable speed when I hit a large dip that I never saw. To some ski patrols this area is referred to as "the victim hole". It through me very high in... View More

answered on Oct 5, 2020
First, I’m very sorry about your injuries, they sound terrible and painful. You raise a very good question. The main issue is whether the condition was negligent or not. Based upon your representations, it appears that the facility had knowledge of the issue. There are many factors that need to... View More

answered on Oct 4, 2020
Hi there - there are many factors that need to be considered, but if there is indeed a negligent or dangerous condition that helped cause the fall, there still may be the ability to file a lawsuit. You should definitely consult with an attorney in order to get more feedback.
Good luck!
Jon

answered on Aug 8, 2019
Hi – so sorry to hear about your situation. Most attorneys will work on a contingency basis. That means that it will not cost you anything out-of-pocket. We are happy to discuss this with you further! I hope you are feeling better.
Jon
Driver was issued a summons for failing to yield my daughter was taken to the hospital with a broken scapula. Other injuries as well can we sue?

answered on Mar 26, 2019
Hi - I would highly suggest you contact an attorney to review your options. We are happy to consult with you.
Is the first time in this kind of situation what do I do do I should as the driver who hit my son or the other Driver that hit him the second time

answered on Feb 21, 2019
Hello – I am terribly sorry for your situation. You should contact an attorney immediately in order to discuss causes of action. We are available if you would like to speak further.
Jon Ripps
THE ACCIDENT WAS IN FLORIDA, THE DRIVER OF THE CAR WAS UNINSURED AND MY SON WAS THE PASSENGER. APPARENTLY HIS FRIEND RAN THE STOP SIGN AND HIT ANOTHER CAR, MY SON LIVED FOR 3 WEEKS,THEN DIED AS A RESULT OF HIS INJURIES, BUT THE LAWYER IS SAYING ME AND HIS FATHER CAN POSSIBLY SUE EVEN IF THE FRIEND... View More

answered on Mar 12, 2018
Hi - I'm so sorry for your loss, that is awful. There are many factors that may permit you to initiate a suit. You can call an attorney to get some more insight as well as a referral to an attorney in your area.

answered on Nov 17, 2017
Hi - you need to think of your band as being similar to a marriage. If there are assets (equipment, recording contract or incoming revenue streams), and there is a breakup, there are going to be disputes on how the assets will be split up. If you are in that position, congrats! That indicates that... View More

answered on Oct 16, 2017
Hi - so sorry to hear about your accident. Where did it happen? Were you injured?
Best,
Jon
What do i do not go and refuse to talk let them isuue the warrant

answered on Aug 17, 2017
Hi - if they are threatening a warrant, there is a good chance you are going to be charged with a violation of the law. They are most likely attempting to speak with you prior the charge(s) being filed in order to get a statement from you, which can only hurt you at this point. Once charges are... View More
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