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I have the police report and he was found to be at fault. He has no insurance and no license and was on probation for two prior dui convictions.
answered on Apr 8, 2019
Yes you should contact an attorney to see if they can look for additional insurance, for example the owner of the car may be different, and yes I agree with all the other attorneys, small claims court an option, DA in the criminal case with victim restitution as well. Good Luck.
My STEP son and his friend were driving together when pulled over the friend had. Firearm bit my step son was charged with it
answered on Mar 28, 2019
Yes you should call for a free phone consult to start to see how we can help and if hiring a private attorney is best for your case, discuss defenses that may apply. This is general information since we do not have the file and facts completely to review, but it will give you an idea of what... View More 
What you deserve and are not willing to budge...
answered on Mar 16, 2019
The PD Attorney do not charge if you qualify economically. that has close as PRO BONO you are going to get.
many attorneys will work with your and extend a payment plan to your budget or even offer interest free
call around and interview the attorney.
First you want to find... View More
The other party insurance is saying their client have a cap of $5000 for damages. repairs for his car will go over that so
how is that my son's problem? besides waiting two weeks for them to respond with the claim, now they're acting like
he's liable out of his... View More
answered on Mar 15, 2019
yes this is a problem now that CA has allowed $5000 in PD coverage for low income drivers. need to go through your son's insurance and pay deductible if that is an option, then you will get back a pro rata of deductible.
option #2 take the case to small claims court for $45 takes 2... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2019
You should contact a local attorney that handles DUI cases near your area to ask for a free consult and review the facts of your case. The case will depend on how the evidence was obtained and the details regarding the stop and arrest as well as review the procedure and evidence that is in your... View More
I was stopped at red light, car behind car behind me did not stop and hit person behind me who then hit me. All 3 cars totaled. My truck is least expensive and was valued by adjuster at $7k. He told me I’ll be lucky if I get $1k because of cost to repair the other vehicle.
Why does that... View More
answered on Jan 28, 2019
Yes it takes time when policy limits on multi car accident - need everyone approval plus subrogation if other people go through there own insurance then subrogate (that is what takes time), everyone treated equal with reductions proportional to all.
call us if you want to discuss more or... View More
Another car and I were involved in a car accident by a guy who was speeding 80mph. I was hit first, then he tired to get away and hit another car, and then he tired to get away but he only got half a mile before crashing into a school. This happened at night so no students were around.... View More
answered on Jan 28, 2019
An attorney can help you get that info once they represent you. Call an attorney for a free consult to help you.
It would be much easier than trying to get the info from the police since the person was arrested by yourself.
A dui would prevent me from being able to get my nursing license for 10 years. This is my first offense
answered on Dec 24, 2018
This would be a good case to fight with a .09 BAC
we would be able to look at the actual time of driving and other factors as a rise or fall of the BAC based on drinking pattern and expert testimony. if a blood test then order a re-test and blood split to examine.
Call for an... View More
We’re filed 11/18/2008 in the 10 years I picked up two more duis and served my time and just recently I picked up a fourth dui on 11/12/2018 and charges were filed 11/16/2018 as a misdemeanor but then dropped then da filed charges on 12/10/2018 for my dui they say I committed on 11/12/2018 ....... View More
answered on Dec 21, 2018
The date the plea was entered into, the latest date, but it is an argument to make, either case you have 3 other DUI's within 10 years - you will need a lot of help to negotiate this or fight the case since the consequences are high for you.
all in the same state and same county for... View More
I have been a victim of abuse for many years shameful and humiliated i couldn't ask for help. But to have my offender press charges against me to break me away from my children and the new life im trying to live is unfair. I current have no money and was told i have a domestic violence charged... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2018
Ask your friends and family members if they recommend an attonrey, if not you need to spend some time to read about each attorney and make some calls to actually speak to the attorney over the phone first.
You should make a list of 3 attorneys you like plus the fees you can pay for their... View More
Went to hospital immediately. Got iv antibiotics. I have been taking photos of injuries and progress. Wounds still swollen and bleeding. Landlord fully insured and cooperating. Her dog breed is covered. Landlord also lives on property (duplex) I definitely don't want to sue and I will not... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2018
Agreed Take Photos, and contact an attorney for personal injury in your area. The consult is free, talk to a few attorneys.
Good Luck.
my attorney insisted i take out a lean instead of pay out of pocket and now after i forced her to send a demand because i knew the case was starting to cost me more then it was worth and she insisted i wait i find out i was right and all i will get is 3000 which doesnt cover my lost wadges but my... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2018
If you feel the attorney has kept information from you that effected the case you may wish to report the action to the California attorney bar association for them to review attorney misconduct and investigate (there is no cost to file a complaint). That is breach of attorney client relationship... View More
end of the year, can I sue for loss of income?
answered on Nov 20, 2018
Yes it is part of a wrongful death claim, loss of future income. So sorry for your loss, please feel free to contact an attorney to help you present your claim the consults are free.
surgery before the accident years ago, whiplash, back pain like muscle spasm, the police report states its 100% the other person fault. My medical bills are $11,627 and my lost wages are $8,880 which would be a total of $20,507 I would have to pay. It's been 5 months since the accident and I... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2018
Sounds like a good case for an attorney to help you with to present your bills and lost wages to the insurance companies. The consult to talk to an attorney and ask questions is free, call for someone to help you your legal matter. Glad to here you have UM Coverage and higher limits of 100K and... View More
My wife is the plaintiff and is in pro per. We have agreed to mediation for ADR. The defendants attorney has asked my wife to give a deposition. Is she required to?
answered on Nov 7, 2018
If the case has been filed and he noticed a deposition then yes. This is not a good idea to do the case / depo without an attorney if you have never done one before.
Any reason why you are doing this without an attorney?
answered on Nov 5, 2018
Causation of death and injury can be different issues, it depends on when the death occurred and the official cause of death. Personal Injury covers wrongful death. Depending on what happened it can be an issue of factual debate between the parties and for the jury if the issue in in question. I... View More
License was revoked due to a lapse of consciousness. In order to reinstate I must attend a reinstatment interview at the driver safety office. My medical evaluation was positive and recieved by the DMV. I was required to disclose medical conditions and medications unrelated to the lapse of... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2018
You have the right to have an attorney represent you, but the majority of the case will be related to your medical condition and what medications you take and what your doctors examination report and recommendation says.
If you would like an experienced attorney guide you with this then... View More
Potential evidence n in the bulglaries they don't have evidence except for dna n an arrest with possession of a fire arm n attempt
answered on Oct 30, 2018
It would be best for your to consult with an attorney to go over details then write them on an internet service. The consult is free and can be done over the phone with a quote.
DNA evidence is very strong if it is a match, requires an expert, do you have an attorney already? request a... View More
I need a pro bono lawyer for a criminal case in Kings County.
answered on Oct 19, 2018
Go to court and the judge can offer a Public Defender for a criminal case, that is the similar to a pro bono lawyer you would not need to pay if you qualify for the public defender. Good Luck.
Is there anything I can do to get Uber to pay for the repairs?
answered on Oct 12, 2018
You can make a police report as a hit and run car accident with as much description as you can provide and then report it to your auto insurance company if you have UM coverage on your policy.
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