Q: the hairdresser nicked my neck, how i can keep them responsible for medical bills?
my doctor said I have to take two blood test, in order to make sure i didn't get hepatitis or other blood-related diseases from the hairdresser clipper.
A: You can ask for their insurance information. They may have medical payments coverage for persons injured on their premises, which would apply regardless of fault. It is far from certain that a nick during a haircut is negligence. Such things are relatively common. If the hairdresser refuses, you can sue in Small Claims for negligence. You could potentially recover for medical expenses, wage loss and pain and suffering. Or, you could just submit the expenses for your blood tests to your health insurance and pay the co-pay.
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A: You should do as Mr. Light suggests and make sure you document EVERYTHING and put everything in writing. good luck and I hope you don't have any serious issues with your blood test.
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I NEED MORE INFO.........DID HAIRDRESSER SAY YOU MOVED?
DID YOU MAKE REPORT TO HAIRDRESSER?
ASK FOR THEIR INSURANCE? MOST COMMERCIAL POLICIES HAVE MED PAY THAT WILL PAY BILLS UP TO A LIMITED AMOUNT
IF THEY WILL NOT PROVIDE OR INS WILL NOT PAY, SEND LETTER MEMORIALIZING ALL THE FACTS AND GIVE THEM 10 DAYS TO RESPOND AND WHEN THEY DO NOT, THEN FILE IN SMALL CLAIMS.
IT COSTS LESS THAN $100 AND YOU GET TO COURT IN A MONTH OR TWO
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