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Q: Can a lawyer sue for more than what was on the demand letter(that didn't settled)?

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Paul D'Amore
Paul D'Amore
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  • Baltimore, MD
  • Licensed in Maryland

A: Yes. Informal settlement negotiations are not binding. Therefore, you are not limited to your last demand once the case goes into suit.

Ronald V. Miller Jr.
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  • Baltimore, MD
  • Licensed in Maryland

A: Yes. The demand does not limit a judge or jury's ability to award more.

Lawsuits in Maryland no longer have an "ask for" amount. The only reason to set a limit is have the claim heard in a specific court.

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