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I was involved in a car accident where I was coming down the wrong side turning lane and I took fault for that part but in doing so he wasn't supposed to be turning without one a turning signal then he came down a turning lane stating that he was jus trying to go on on coming traffic headed... View More 
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
Illinois has a modified comparative fault rule, which means that someone who is partially at fault can still recover compensation from the other party's insurance as long as they were 50% or less at fault (the amount they recover would be reduced by the share of fault they carry, so if they... View More
we hired water company they left damage on good floor with tape and messed up bathroom tiles moving stuff in bathroom they refused to pay for the damage. need to file small court claim.
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
This may be something that you can handle on your own. Be polite and professional but firm and assertive. You will want to summarize the relevant details in your case and list the damages (costs). Gather any supporting evidence or documents and get your facts straight.
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear that you were attacked. That must have been a horrible experience. I hope you are recovering well.
Your first focus should be on getting the necessary medical care to minimize any permanent or long term effects and ensure you are able to recover to the fullest... View More
The jail was sited with a non compliance 28 days after this incident. My son hijacked a car, led police on a 107 mile chase that ended with police shooting my son in the back. He died later that day.
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
I'm sorry for you loss. It sounds like a very painful way to lose a loved one.
There is likely an issue of sovereign immunity in this case, as it involves a government agency. This exempts agencies and their employees from being held responsible, though there are exceptions such as if... View More
I was evaluated today do I wait and see if a settlement is offered and get a lawyer if I don't agree with the settlement. I'm not sure how all this works and if so am I suing the insurance company or the company I work for?
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answered on May 15, 2024
It's the employer's workers' compensation insurance, not the company itself. However, in some work injury situations there are also third-party claims when someone else acted in a negligent way that caused you to be injured.
As to your first question, you should be seen by... View More
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
I believe to answer this question fully and accurately, your lawyer would need more details. I'm taking your question to mean that civilians assaulted and restrained you and your wife. That sounds horrifying and I'm sorry you had to experience that.
There are a few things you... View More
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answered on May 15, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear this. A truck crash is one of the most difficult ways to lose a loved one.
Since you say she passed away a few weeks after the accident, you may be wondering about causation. As a wrongful death attorney, I have medical experts who are very good at examining the... View More
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