No 911 never was called and I was not seen my boss told me not to tell nobody but I have to because my vision is not right I know it's not and I'm just afraid to get anybody in trouble but this is not right what do I do
answered on Aug 4, 2021
While I can't comment specifically on your situation without knowing more, in general, it is the employer's responsibility to ensure that employees are protected from such known hazards on a job site. You should be compensated for your injuries and other damages like lost wages when you... Read more »
The accident was caused, no letter of termination or final dispensation. I was hospitalized, no workman's compensation, no unemployment. I missed over 24 weeks of work
answered on May 13, 2021
It is important for you to contact a board-certified personal injury trial lawyer immediately. You may have a claim, but it is hard to know for sure with the facts provided. I would need to know more about how you were hurt, your injuries and would want to confirm your employer is not a... Read more »
My brother in law works for a landscaping company. His boss forced him to go up in a tree near a power line in strong wind and he got electrocuted and fell 14 feet. Before going up, he showed his boss what was happening and made sure the hazards were known because they don't have any... Read more »
answered on Apr 29, 2021
Yes, the employee has a claim against his boss, assuming his boss is not a subscriber to worker’s compensation insurance. The person should contact a Board Certified Personal Injury Attorney as soon as possible for a free consultation.
on the finalization. I have a very good case I know we would have this. My second W.C. adjusters own doctor appointment is this Thursday. The lawyers emailed me today with some very bogus untrue reasons that they are not taking this farther because we wont win the case in court. I'm not... Read more »
answered on Feb 2, 2021
I am sorry to hear about what happened with your lawyer. While I don’t know enough about your situation to give you any advice here, I can advise you to seek new representation as soon as possible. In Texas, personal injury lawsuits must be filed no later than two years after the event. The... Read more »
I was involved in an auto accident in Oklahoma in July. Was rear ended on Interestate after having to stop at over 40 MPH on I 35 by a truck towing another truck. Car was totaled. My insurance company setteled with my car damages but the company of the car that hit me is only claiming half... Read more »
answered on Sep 10, 2020
Feel free to contact my intake team at (512) 220-1800. We will be glad to guide you with your case.
They had a another business with a industrial grinder with extended boom after I received my check the boom struck a power line and I was electrocuted by 80000 volt from wire throne 25 has lost feeling in my right side of my body also the use of my grip and right on now the large company is putting... Read more »
answered on Aug 31, 2020
I have extensive experience dealing with these type of cases. We are interested in collecting further information. Please contact my team at (512) 220-1800 and we will be happy to review your case
I was shot by someone while standing outside in my neighborhood. At the hospital multiple law enforcement showed up and questioned me not even concerned that I had been shot but asking was it gang/drug related because It’s a high crime area, and I must owe somebody or doing something, all because... Read more »
answered on Aug 19, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about your situation. While this is not an area of the law in which I practice, I would encourage you to contact the DA Office’s Victim Witness Liaison and see if they can help you.
I was in car accident. My lawyer said we could only file for $30K insurance policy. I paid out $7K in medical, my medical insurance paid out over $45K. My medical insurance sent a letter asking for payment if a settlement was made. Defendants insurance company didnt make check out to just me and... Read more »
answered on Aug 18, 2020
In short, your health insurance may drop you for any number of reasons, regardless of how you treat this subrogation interest. But, depending on what state you are in, your attorney may be correct. If you have not been “made whole” in the settlement, you do not have to pay back some or all of... Read more »
He claimed he was injured but denied medical attention at the scene and then days later claimed he had injuries but never showed any medical information and I talked to his insurance company and I never heard anything back from them he never showed me any incident report for these damages he... Read more »
answered on Aug 3, 2020
You need to consult a civil defense attorney for advice on what to do. Because you did not have insurance at the time, your current insurance company will not provide him with an attorney. You have to hire one yourself.
My girlfriend & I hired a trainer (P) from Thumbtack because our dog was showing signs of aggression. Our dog would bark at strangers & other dogs; he had snapped at my girlfriend a few times but had never caused any injuries.
We hired P, and she told us it will get better but... Read more »
answered on Jul 27, 2020
You need a consumer lawyer. You can call the Lawyer Referral Service of Central Texas: (512) 472-8303, https://austinlrs.com/
My bf was involved in a car accident two years ago. It was his fault. No injuries to either party. The other driver actually cancelled his police call, but we called them anyways. The insurance paid for the car. He was sued by them 6 months ago right before everything closed down . From what I have... Read more »
answered on Jul 10, 2020
Assuming car wreck occurred in Texas, you have two years from date of accident to file lawsuit and to protect your rights. Hire legal counsel as soon as possible if you have not already done so.
I had a question and wanted to get your opinion on it. I found mold in my apartment complex about two months ago and it damaged over $19K worth of stuff and affected me and my family health wise. We’ve been going back and forth with my the apartments insurance company and I finally decided to... Read more »
answered on Jul 10, 2020
No. More likely than not, if they were to settle this can be done by the adjuster without the insurance company having to incur the added expense of counsel. Hire legal counsel as soon as possible if you have not already done so.
Each Accepted case/ yet did absolutely nothing. I feel I been duped. Hoodwinked by GREAT FRAUDULENT INTERNET ADS. Injury happened nov 23 2017. Now on 3rd attorny and I visited and 2 promises WERE MADE as all paperwork I supplied, from a lil girl that at least gathered 2 inches thick ON A PLATTER,... Read more »
answered on Apr 15, 2019
I am sorry to hear about your experience. Like any profession, there are good attorneys and bad attorneys. Without knowing the situation, I cannot promise you that I can help you, however, I am happy to review your case and let you know. I will not give you false promises. Good news or bad news,... Read more »
I was in front of walmart leaving the store when car hit did not yield and struck me and fled the scene. they say there are $973 in damages to the car when i did not hit it very hard and know there were none. Charged with failure to yield right of way. How do i prove no damages. claim keeps getting... Read more »
answered on Apr 2, 2019
It is hard for me to tell whether you were hit or whether you hit someone else. Pls call my office and we would be glad to see if we can help you. 512-888-9999.
There was driver waiting at a stop sign trying to turn into the same lane. Does that person yield to me? Also can that person get in trouble for purposely trying to brake check me and hit me?
answered on Apr 1, 2019
In general, if one driver has a traffic control device and the other does not, the driver without the traffic control device has the right of way. It is difficult for me to advise you on your specific situation with the facts given. Please call us and we can see if we can help you. 512-888-9999.
we were all walking on a public sidewalk and her dog which was a prev rescue dog got aggressive
answered on Mar 28, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about what happened with your dog. Assuming the other person's dog attacked yours for no reason at all, the other person can likely be held responsible for your vet bills. I wish you the best of luck. If you ever need assistance, feel free to call us at 512-888-9999.
answered on Mar 21, 2019
I am sorry to hear about your injury. If you suffered an injury in an incident recently, and that injury was really an aggravation of a prior injury, you are still entitled to bring a claim for that aggravation. I would have to know more facts to give you advice specific to your situation. Please... Read more »
I overstretched my wrist at work but it seemed superficial at the time. Continued use of wrist at work exasperated the issue and it eventually required medical attention. Turns out i tore a couple ligaments. Incident occurred 2.5 months ago, but i didn't realise it was serious until i had to... Read more »
answered on Feb 13, 2019
I am sorry to hear about what you have gone through. A lot of my advice would depend on whether your employer subscribes to worker's compensation insurance. Please contact our office for a free consultation and we can give you the advice you need. 512-888-9999. We look forward to speaking to you.
Told nothe officer told me to step outside so he could make a report. We get to
His car and he puts me in back seat. I was arrested on a warrant fot a seat belt ticket. My husband had been hold my bag then he sat it down on side walk where it was left for like 15 mins. People were coming... Read more »
answered on Feb 12, 2019
I am sorry to hear about your experience. I would suggest you contact a Board-Certified Criminal lawyer as soon as you can. We are Board Certified lawyers, however, we handle personal injury matters. If we can ever help you, please feel free to give us a call. 512-888-9999. Good luck.
The restaurant painted the step and sidewalk the very next day after her accident. We have photos and proof.
answered on Feb 7, 2019
Yes, she has a potential claim. Who the claim will be against is difficult to tell from what you have written. The restaurant, the local municipality, a builder or the landlord may be responsible depending on the circumstances. What state this occurred in will also affect the potential value and... Read more »
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