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My cat ultimately died but not before I incured over $3200 in vet bills.
![Don Oliver Keene Don Oliver Keene](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1671585-1685462561-sl.jpeg)
answered on Jun 14, 2023
Yes, but you will likely have to sue them in court to get them to pay for it. This sounds like you likely have a negligence claim against your neighbor because they caused you economic damage (the $3200 vet bills). The other thing that helps you here is that the dog attacked your cat on your... View More
Whenever I communicate with the property manager, all of my private information is shared with the cosigner. I feel like my privacy is being exploited
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on May 17, 2023
An Alabama attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's possible that the sharing is done because the developments impact the cosigner, who could be liable due to their capacity as cosigner in the matter. A local attorney could offer more definitive guidance... View More
I do have a lawyer currently, but they are not being transparent or giving me information. I am considering going with someone else. In the mean time , I want to know the at fault drivers policy limits. I have ongoing medical treatment and it is important to me to know what my case is potentially... View More
![Jeffrey G. Blackwell Jeffrey G. Blackwell](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1513163-1531432790-sl.jpg)
answered on May 2, 2023
I would first recommend you meet and talk with your lawyer. It is so important the lawyer-client relationship be one of trust and communication. The person you already hired owes you a duty to communicate regularly and work tirelessly to get you the best result.
At our office, we believe... View More
![Allan Lamar Armstrong Allan Lamar Armstrong](http://justatic.com/profile-images/659902-1673476481-sl.jpeg)
answered on Mar 30, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Yes, you can sue almost anyone by simply filing a complaint and paying the filing fees. The question is whether you can win and what you might recover. Basically, does the potential reward outweigh time and expense. More details are necessary for such... View More
I was in a car accident where the other party admitted fault ( I was rear ended at a high speed ).
I hired a lawyer but he is not trustworthy, doesn't respond to my questions in a nice way, and hides all my medical bills from me. He acts like I am stupid for asking questions about my... View More
![Hunter Garnett Hunter Garnett](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1665661-1667765097-sl.jpeg)
answered on Mar 22, 2023
You’re entitled to terminate your lawyer at any time. However, the lawyer will likely be entitled to a lien for his attorney’s fee.
You can negotiate your own settlement. However, your healthcare providers and/or health insurer have a right to be paid back out of your settlement funds.... View More
I hired a lawyer last year due to a automobile accident. A negligent driver rear ended me at a high speed. I have no health insurance, so the lawyer has partnered with an insurance company to get me treatment. The case manager for this insurance co. Has sent me to the sketchiest doctor, who does... View More
![Jeffrey G. Blackwell Jeffrey G. Blackwell](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1513163-1531432790-sl.jpg)
answered on Mar 17, 2023
I'm sorry you are dealing with this situation. This is a common problem in personal injury cases where you don't have health insurance. The first priority should always be to get the medical care you need for recovery. That priority should also be accomplished with your interest first and... View More
We are on a busy highway and the cows get out all the time especially lately. I hit one the other night 2 were out. He knows they are always out how does he not have to pay for the damages. They are his they are not wild animals.
![Hunter Garnett Hunter Garnett](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1665661-1667765097-sl.jpeg)
answered on Mar 22, 2023
Generally, farmers aren’t liable for personal injuries caused when their cows get out if they have proper fencing. However, there are occasionally exceptions. You should contact a lawyer, especially if you have serious personal injuries.
Here’s the statutes on this issue:
Ala... View More
Hired a lawyer two months ago because I was rear ended at a high speed. My passenger was injured as was I. We both had whiplash, I have c4 c5 injury, and torn rotator cuff. She had a concussion. She hired the same lawyer. Anyway, the lawyer will not tell us WHAT OUR CASE IS EVEN WORTH. They keep... View More
![Hunter Garnett Hunter Garnett](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1665661-1667765097-sl.jpeg)
answered on Feb 28, 2023
It sounds like you have serious injuries. The value of your case may depend on the amount of insurance that is available. Over half of drivers in Alabama have no insurance or the bare minimum of $25,000.
Your lawyer is correct that it’s impossible to know the value of a personal injury... View More
![Allan Lamar Armstrong Allan Lamar Armstrong](http://justatic.com/profile-images/659902-1673476481-sl.jpeg)
answered on Feb 20, 2023
First, file a police report. That is an assault. Then, you can consider a civil action. What are your damages? Did you require medical attention?
My husband was seen in the ER over New Years Eve. He was having severe chest and stomach pain. He is a type 2 diabetic. His sugars were in the high 700 range, he was given medicine for his chest and stomach pain and given insulin and an iv solution for his sugars. They never did an xray or... View More
![Joel Gary Selik Joel Gary Selik](http://justatic.com/profile-images/130948-1554488444-sl.jpg)
answered on Feb 18, 2023
Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did.
Further, Due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, the extent of your injuries may effect the viability of your... View More
Please contact me if you can help or know someone that can.
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on Feb 26, 2023
An Alabama attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Your options could depend on the severity of the burns. I hope your husband is okay. If the burns are not severe and they heal in a short period of time, many law firms would be reluctant to consider handling such... View More
Just looking for settlement amounts that are reasonable . I have a lawyer but we have not discussed amounts.
![Mitchell G. Lattof Jr Mitchell G. Lattof Jr](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1529216-1524509400-sl.jpg)
answered on Jan 23, 2023
There is no "average" settlement. There are many factors that have to be evaluated in order to determine what a reasonable settlement might be in your case. These would include extent of negligence on the part of the other party, issue of any potential contributory negligence on your... View More
I was in a medically induced coma because of Covid 19 and I came out of the coma. I fell from the bed on the floor and my heart stopped and they brought me back several times & I sustained a hypoxic brain injury. & was reintubated. I have my official medical records and I signed a contract... View More
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jan 14, 2023
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Don't lose further time awaiting a reply here. This isn't an attorney referral service, so there's no point awaiting a reply regarding possible representation. With a looming statute of limitations,... View More
I came back from emergency surgery from nasal cauterization and the top bed rail was left down. I had just been placed in the step down unit from coming out of a medically induced coma due to Covid 19. I was recovering very well but could not not walk or sit up in the bed without help and I was... View More
![Hayden Glass Sizemore Hayden Glass Sizemore](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1664164-1672427854-sl.jpeg)
answered on Dec 30, 2022
Hi, there are specific statutes of limitations that apply to negligence claims. Most claims must be filed within two years of the injury. If your injury is more than two years old, you may not be able to file a lawsuit. Whether you can pursue damages for the negligence will depend upon the date of... View More
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on Dec 21, 2022
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. If this is about a personal injury case (the originally posted category) that involves an estate, you may want to add "Estate Planning" and "Probate" to your categories. Good luck
I contacted an appellate attorney for consideration of a civil appeal/post-trial actions, but they said they couldn't discuss anything with me according to AL law, because I was already represented. Is there an official way to sever relations with my current attorney? I am concerned about the... View More
![Allan Lamar Armstrong Allan Lamar Armstrong](http://justatic.com/profile-images/659902-1673476481-sl.jpeg)
answered on Nov 15, 2022
Normally, you are simply going to terminate the lawyer. This ends the relationship. It might, however, be wise to seek the lawyer's advice regarding an attorney for the appeal. It may be difficult to find another attorney within the time limits for appeal if you have terminated one attorney.
I am in the process of hiring a lawyer on a contigency fee basis, to sue for tortious conduct for interference of a body. emtional distress, etc. What is the normal/good percentage for a lawyer for such a case?
![Hunter Garnett Hunter Garnett](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1665661-1667765097-sl.jpeg)
answered on Oct 24, 2022
It varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Typically, in Alabama, the minimum fee for a personal injury case is 1/3 of the settlement.
It is not uncommon for the fee to increase to 40% or even 45% if the case is litigated or taken all the way to trial. Complex or difficult cases, such as... View More
See question about UIM what is the law for state of Georgia
![J. Brent Burney J. Brent Burney](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1495307-1542399809-sl.jpg)
answered on Aug 4, 2022
Yes, as part of the UIM claim process you are required to advise your carrier of the amount and receive consent from your carrier to accept the settlement from the at fault party's carrier. If you do not, your are taking a substantial risk of being barred from making a UIM claim.
I was being treated at shoals hospital and was there for 3 nights, while i was there i hot bug bites.
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jul 7, 2022
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. As a general matter nationwide, some law firms are reluctant to consider such cases. They often present defense counsel with many viable defenses. You could reach out to attorneys to discuss - that could give you a... View More
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