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answered on Jun 6, 2024
If the accident was before March 2023 the statute of limitations is generally 4 years. If you had insurance at the time of the accident make sure to reach out to them so they can provide you with an attorney. If you did not have insurance, or did not have bodily injury coverage, you'll... View More 
I just received a letter from his lawyer wanting my insurance information and if I don’t provide it then it is prejudice. EMS and police arrived on scene and he did not need medical attention. I provided him with my information and to let me know of any medical bills- he has not. Do I need a... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2024
Although not necessarily required, it’s probably in your best interest to hire a lawyer to handle this if you do not have dog bite coverage under your insurance. If you have dog bite coverage, then contact your insurance and they will handle it for you.
I was attacked by a pitbull in the mobile home park I live in and my husband works for. If we attempt to make a claim, can his employer fire him? Can we be evicted? I've already been threatened by the landlord/employer. Due to the park managers negligence and lying claiming the dog was a... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2024
I handle landlord/tenant and dog bite claims statewide.
As for the landlord/tenant aspect of your question, your lease should protect you. If you have a one-year lease and are in compliance with all of its terms, then the landlord has no justification in trying to evict you. Florida Statue... View More
I received a notice of suit for a dog bite incident on a specified date. However, I do not own a dog and have no previous incidents or complaints involving a dog. The notice included details about the date and location of the alleged incident, but there is no possibility that the dog is associated... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2025
You’d probably want to file some sort of motion to have the case dismissed. There is something that is leading them to think it’s you they need. I provide private dog bite defense statewide.
I own a house that i rent in Miami dade florida.My tenant wants to get a dog. The dog is an aggresive breed (pit bull or dogo argentinian).Am I liable in case of a dog bite just because I allowed an aggresive breed or do i have to be aware that the dog acts aggresively regardless of breed in order... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2025
This should answer your question: https://flcivilcounsel.com/landlord-liability-florida-dog-bite-cases/
I live in Florida. The accident happened in Florida. The injured person in the other car is now trying to sue me for damages
answered on Feb 7, 2024
Yes, you could still potentially be liable. However, if the vehicle was stolen, that would be a viable defense. Once you've been served with the lawsuit the first step should be to contact your insurance to see if they will provide you with an attorney to represent you in the lawsuit. This... View More
One year ago I was involved in a car crash and my insurance company paid the other person involved the agreed amount. One year later (today) I'm getting sued for over 100k and I don't work and don't own property. What should I do?
answered on Mar 17, 2023
This sounds like a subrogation lawsuit, which I'm very familiar with. These usually come about when the insurance company for the other driver pays out because of the accident, but then seeks to recover that money from the person they deem to be at fault. You should try to speak with an... View More
I'm being filed a suit from the plaintiff who lives in the state where the accident occurred, but I live in a different state. Will I be subjected to the laws of the state where the accident took place? Or the laws where I live? For example, will my assets be protected under my state's... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2022
Generally speaking, the car accident will be filed where the accident occurred. However, your state's law would usually control assets located within that state.
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