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answered on Jul 21, 2017
Your question is unclear.
Are you referring to not having health insurance or auto insurance?
If the other driver was negligent in causing the accident, there should be liability coverage under their policy to pay your medical bills, lost wages, pain, suffering and inconvenience.... View More 
The insurance company says they cannot pay for anything until a final decision is made on his claim. I've been paying out of pocket for all of his medications. I even took him else where to get medical care. Cause the insurance company wouldn't approve anything on the claim until final... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2017
Your date is incomplete. Hopefully it is 2017.
If a Claim for Benefits has not already been filed with the VWCC, it should be. It must be filed within two years of the work accident or the claim will be barred forever.
Once filed, an order will be issued by the Commission and the... View More
Got in a self accident due to losing control of car and was ticketed reckless driving. At the time I did not have insurance and refused an breatherlyzer after passing the sobriety test. Do I need a lawyer?
answered on Jul 18, 2017
You should probably retain counsel.
A refusal conviction carries a mandatory one year suspension of your operator's license.
Do i have to resign because there are other jobs i can perform?
answered on Jul 11, 2017
It is not unusual for an employer to require resignation when they offer to settle and close out an open claim. You do not have to settle if you wish to keep an award for medical benefits. However, you have indicated that you have not had medical treatment yet.
It would be advisable to... View More
Without talking to the client
answered on Jun 28, 2017
I cannot imagine a situation where this could happen. I always discuss any offer with a client and recommend that they allow me authority to accept any amount above a certain figure when we are in a position to make a final counter demand.
If a client authorized settlement for, say $50,000... View More
answered on Jun 28, 2017
You have not provided any information whatsoever about the case.
An injury attorney can review your case in person and give an estimated value range based on the facts of the accident, nature and extent of your injuries, past and future medical expenses, loss of income, pain, suffering,... View More
answered on Jun 20, 2017
The Virginia State Bar has a lawyer referral service that you can call: (800) 728-5768
Also, if you know an attorney (other than the one you fired) ask that attorney whom they recommend.
You may also look on AVVO, which has a "find a lawyer" tool on their website.... View More
And has put a lien on any money that I am I'm going to get what should I do
answered on Jun 20, 2017
If the attorney was fired for cause, the lien may not be valid. Otherwise, it must be reasonably based on the amount of work done by the attorney. If you are retaining another attorney, they can assist you in the process of validating the lien.
answered on Jun 20, 2017
The case cannot settle without you signing a release.
Schedule an appointment to discuss the settlement process with your attorney.
Were his company told him to go. The dr xrayed his shoulder and said it was bruised. He went back to work the next day. His shoulder never got better. He went to our local ortho dr in March and he took one look at him and said he has a torn rotator cuff. He went back to work and they said he... View More
answered on Jun 19, 2017
If this happened in D.C., consult with a D.C. attorney.
If in VA, he should be under an award and will need to file a Claim for Benefits if he is not.
An attorney can assist him with that process.
the other driver?
answered on Jun 16, 2017
The information you provided is insufficient to answer your question. More details about the circumstances are needed. If you suffered injury, would benefit from a consultation with an experienced injury attorney. Most of us offer free consultations.
My stepfather filed the claim for my mother's wrongful death. They have no children together. She left a will that provided first for my step father, second for my sister my brother and myself. Will the settlement award be treated like a intestate succession or will her will dictate how the... View More
answered on Jun 12, 2017
Wrongful death beneficiaries and the distribution of damages for wrongful death are determined by statute in Virginia. It is separate from the decedent's estate (not an inheritance) and does not fall under the will. While your stepfather can qualify to be the personal representative for the... View More
He was guilty of reckless driving. Police evidence with pictures showed he crossed the line. Causing the collision
answered on Jun 8, 2017
He had an automatic right to appeal and have a new trial in circuit court.
Most likely, he or his attorney (if he was represented) hopes for a better outcome on appeal.
The employer and Ins Co signed this agreement , which they wrote , Employer was to pay weekly check ,we asked two different attys if he should sign and was told go ahead . now last week pay ck was returned to our bank so our bank charged our checking acct , amt of ck and ret ck fee . Today... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2017
Schedule an appointment with your attorney to discuss this. The employer can be penalized for late payments.
Will I lose my rights?
answered on Jun 8, 2017
It is unclear what you mean by "end of my claim."
If you are under medical restrictions and receiving wage benefits, you lose the wage benefits when you resign.
Be sure you are under an Award Order to preserve your lifetime medical award.
Was hurt on may 31 2017 by coworkers negligence. Left work half day for first day but been on light duty with one arm. Going to have a scar on my elbow. Could I qualify for pain and suffering or some sort of settlemen. Dr released me to full duty but still have slight pain in arm. He said come... View More
answered on Jun 7, 2017
You are entitled to medical treatment; not pain and suffering. The scar could possibly qualify for a minor award if it is permanent and significant. It is also possible that the employer's insurance carrier may offer a settlement to close out the claim and terminate any future benefits.
I was injured on March 15 2017, did not get in to see a Dr until March 27, was them told I needed am MRI which took another 3 weeks to get done. I have had 1 follow up appointment and 1 hour of PT. My last appointment was may 10th when they diagnosed me. I have yet to receive any treatment or hear... View More
answered on May 30, 2017
If your injury was rreported and accepted as compensable, you should have an adjuster or nurse case manager to coordinate your treatment. This person tupically works with the doctor's staff to schedule treatment. Speak to them and to the doctor to find out what is happening. If the employer is... View More
If its not put in a trust is their another type of account it would be in. I found out late in life about the money being owed to me. I remember the accident though. Could anyone else have claimed this ? Thank you
answered on May 25, 2017
If there was a substantial settlement while you were a minor, there should have been a hearing for court approval of the settlement. Your parents/guardians would have been notified. The court may have appointed a guardian for you.
Check with the circuit court clerk's office. That is... View More
answered on May 18, 2017
You will receive your check once the order is entered and the employer's insurance carrier processes the check. Normally within a couple weeks. After 30 days, they are subject to a penalty.
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