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Are you legally required to stop and ask if they are ok for almost hitting them?
answered on Nov 19, 2022
did your driving cause you to CUT OFF another car, that then got in an accident?
if they can prove you were negligent, then they could present a claim... with enough evidence.
however, I think it would be an uphill battle for them without good independent wits
The company I drive for has inward and outward facing cameras so the following incident is on video.
I flipped off a semitruck driver who almost hit me as i passed him. He then drove recklessly in order to follow me through town. Once I reached a red light he pulled up on my driver side. He... View More 
answered on Nov 19, 2022
you should seek the guidance of a local criminal lawyer and explain what you have said here.
criminal lawyers defend someone charged with a crime...........they don't create a phony defense.
if there is video view all video to see if there is something that substantiates your comments.
I completed mental health diversion and have no other arrest but wanted to know what customs would have a problem with.
answered on Nov 19, 2022
i don't think so, if what you say is true.
however, this is more an immigration law question and I would seek advice from this kind of lawyer to be safe.
Rear-ended by and the driver hit and ran. Car was stolen and driver not found.
answered on Nov 20, 2022
contact a local PI lawyer where the accident took place...........asap.
they can help you collect money by presenting a Uninsured Motorist claim against your auto policy.
this should be very easy...........don't try to do it yourself if you were injured.
We rent in a area that has a hoa. Well it seems they don’t like renters, the management company that handles our hoa has been sending letters to our landlord accusing us of bringing criminal activity to the neighborhood. My boyfriend got tools taken out of his truck, we have it on video, but the... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2022
you should make an appt with a local attorney with HOA experience.
s/he can send a letter demanding a retraction and consider a defamation lawsuit.
if the facts are strong enough you might find a lawyer that will take the case on a contingency............can you tied in your med... View More
I'm just trying to ind away back to court with what I'm charges with in the above stated
answered on Nov 18, 2022
i'm not sure what you are asking.
Have you already pled or been convicted of those charges?
If you have a pending case you should have hired or had a public defender appt'd to represent you. That is the person you should discuss this matter with, as he/she has all the... View More
I am staying near a school but on a slough which the school says they own which they dont the sheriff department officer told me that he's going to print out a paper that I'm supposed to sign stating that I know that I'm trespassing and that I'm going to be moving at a certain... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2022
IF YOU ARE HOMELESS, AND BY BEING SUCH YOU ARE DOING SOMETHING THAT BREAKS THE LAW, THEN YOU, LIKE ANYONE ELSE, CAN BE ARRESTED.
IF YOU HAVE TO GO TO COURT FOR ANY CRIMINAL ARREST, A PUBLIC DEFENDER WILL BE APPOINTED TO REPRESENT YOU.........AND I SUSPECT COULD GET YOUR MATTER RESOLVED... View More
Hiring process completed. Verbal job offer. Start date confirmed. Salary confirmed. HR drafting offer letter for signature. Company found out I was in a car accident. Pulled offer.
answered on Nov 20, 2022
contact a labor/employment lawyer.
however, you are talking about an AT WILL job.
you could walk away and the employer could too.
unless the job involved driving and you were in an At Fault Accident, I don't understand the facts.
I moved from San Diego, CA to Odessa, Tx. After a year or so I made return trip to San Diego CA. I spoke to party I had made verbal agreement to make payments to pay me for car. I informed party I wanted car back for none payment. The party refused I would like my property returned. And take... View More
answered on Nov 17, 2022
you need to contact a local lawyer for assistance.
if you didn't have a written agreement it might be more difficult.
consider small claims to collect up to $10k..............but after a judgment, you will have to collect.
Her inuries included two compound fracture both legs and crced pelvis a brief amwas in hospital two week than in a long term care facility.....yet she only offered 6. Thousand.. ..why so little.others I know we're getting much much more
answered on Nov 17, 2022
if she doesn't have a lawyer, she should call asap for a local PI lawyer.
if that is the amount she clears, rather than what the ins co is paying, then it is probably b/c of all the bills that are paid before she gets pd.
She can see a 2nd lawyer for another opinion.
i... View More
Need for a report I want to know why in lemans terms why they won’t
answered on Nov 16, 2022
Often it is a question of lack of staff and finances for the police agency
answered on Nov 22, 2022
a car accident lawyer, referred to as a Personal Injury Attorney.
call one local, though.
if there is an injury, and you were not at fault, most of us would accept the case on a contingency fee. That means the lawyer will only take a percentage of what he/she gets.
absent a... View More
I had a little accident in my home when I was trying to make my own dab (honey oil) because I was using it for my ptsd and it’s really expensive! There was a tiny fire before the authorities arrived but I had extinguished it immediately. There was no fire or damage to my house but they still... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2022
If you were convicted there was obviously a trial that resulted in the entire jury finding you guilty.
a lawyer knows what is best for determining guilt or innocence and doesn't follow the demands of a defendant when it is not in the best innocence.
Responsible for causing 2 people injuries & 15000 property damage. Dmv was never notified no charges on person responsible.. I requested a report to be filed twice and police denied me.. now I can't take person to ourt to fix my totaled truck... if the tables were turned I'd be in... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2022
you should contact a local PI lawyer to guide you.
your lawyer should press the police and DA to file if there is evidence.
obviously, if you had insurance you would put it through that carrier.
All in all, I was stereotyped inside Walmart, the store manager approached me with accusations of shoplifting. I file lawsuit for negligence infliction of emotional distress, I have to complete 20 sessions, the therapist was hired my by attorney. All she asks me is “ why file a lawsuit” and... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2022
you should tell the truth...period.
this is something you should discuss with your lawyer.
however, a lawyer ethically can't tell you to lie.
She was at an event and the man stuck a camera under the stall and recorded her peeing, it she knows it showed her crotch and face together. They found out who it was at the event and we got security camera footage of him following her into the restroom. We intend to file a police report and... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2022
don't hit him or you will be arrested for assault and battery...........
have your lawyer send a non-spoliation letter, demanding they preserve the tape.
the police and DA can do a lot of the work for you to save you money
My neighbor made 10 dings on assigned APT parking lots. He promised to repair by email n txt msg and appeared to me with a mobile dent repair guy. I refused the cheap services($500) for my brand new car($80K) on the street, instead asked for any bodyshop. He has not responded couple of months for... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2022
YES, SMALL CLAIMS IS THE ROUTE FOR YOU.
YOU CAN USE YOUR EXPERT. HOWEVER, THE ISSUE WILLBE HOW MUCH WEIGHT TO GIVE TO HIS TESTIMONY.
OF COURSE THE OTHER SIDE COULD BRING IN THEIR OWN EXPERT WITH MORE CREDENTIALS AND THEN THE JUDGE WOULD WEIGH THE TWO.
IF THEY ARE NOT PAYING... View More
I received a letter from a lawyer, on behalf of the other party involved in the incident, claiming they were injured. They are lying. There wasn’t even a mark on their vehicle! And the policeman determined everyone was ok and cleared to leave the scene. What can I do to shut down these FALSE... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2022
if you were not in Calif on Business, then turn it over just to YOUR AUTO INSURANCE CO.
you could hire a lawyer but it would be a waste of your money........you paid for insurance, so use it.
because a claim has been made doesn't mean the alleged victim will... View More
I got attacked by a customer physically mid-June and the symptoms of a trauma-stress disorder hit me mid-July very hard. (I already previously had chronic Generalized Anxiety and Severe Depression so I think those compounded with this newfound ptsd and I'm a wreck) I am currently in such bad... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2022
i would suggest you contact a local workers comp lawyer to get their professional opinion.
most of us on this site do not do workers comp...thus it is over our pay grade.
answered on Nov 10, 2022
yes it is legal.
it usually happens when the costs eat up a good percentage of the money that would go to you.
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