My wife was killed by a reckless driver. At fault driver's policy limit is 50k. Insurance has offered 50k. Can I negotiate a larger sum through insurance
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answered on Feb 12, 2024
That is just the amount the insurance will pay on behalf of the driver. But the driver is still liable for the full extent of damages that they caused regardless if the insurance will only pay 50k. You most likely need to determine if the driver has additional assets such as houses, cars, bank... View More 
answered on Feb 12, 2024
A Colorado attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for a week. Every state's small claims sections have different rules, but in general, small claims disputes don't usually involve expert testimony. The cases tend to be straightforward, courts want to move them quickly,... View More
The city provides free movie nights but doesn't have either open or closed captions for deaf attendants. So they provided a secondary accommodation by giving us an iPad that does captions separately from the movie. However, we had to hold it up in the line of sight with the big screen... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. This could be something that attorneys who work with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) would know better than most personal injury attorneys. There isn't a section here on ADA specialists - although... View More
I've been discriminated against illegally by an entity within the local , county , state , federal government or military Psyops Units. I'm microchipped, transmitted illegally. All areas of life 24/7 for the past 5-6 years. Gangstalking , gangplanking and other illegal military tactics... View More
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
If you believe you are being targeted and discriminated against, especially due to your mental disabilities, it's important to take steps to address this. The first step would be to document any instances of discrimination or harm you've experienced. This includes taking note of dates,... View More
...and dust to be thrown up into the wind that knowingly fast flows into the neighbors yard and body and house every day purposefully as witnessed by many neighbors?
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
Yes, people can potentially be held liable for recklessly endangering others and causing health problems through exposure to radioactive materials on their property. Some key points:
- Knowingly allowing radioactive dirt and dust to blow onto a neighbor's property could constitute... View More
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answered on Nov 7, 2023
The statute of limitations for a personal injury or medical malpractice claim in Colorado can start to run when you discover the injury or malpractice rather than from the date of the injury or malpractice itself. This is known as the "discovery rule."
The discovery rule applies... View More
I just met with a doctor at RMCC and he informed me that I likely had it for seven-eight years and I'm just now getting treatment for the 8 tumors I have. Do I have a case for malpractice? I feel I should have some funds to compensate for the crap I have to go through now, and expenses that... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2023
It depends on whether your PCP’s conduct fell below the standard of care.
For most men, prostate cancer screening is recommended starting at age 50. A PSA blood test is effective in screening for prostate cancer but it isn’t 100%.
Questions to ask yourself include:
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In my research, I believe that my and my spouse's IRA and Roth IRA accounts are protected. However, are our SEP and HSA accounts as well as our personal residence also protected?
answered on Sep 15, 2023
My opinion: This is a personal question that, like other insurance questions, comes down to your tolerance for risk. Generally, it's good to also consider other assets, including earning capacity. A lawyer or a doctor likely has a higher earning capacity than a McDonalds window employee or a... View More
Law enforcement nor myself was contacted
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answered on Sep 15, 2023
There is not enough info here to know anything. How was the school involved, was a teacher involved, did this occur on campus, was it a fight or just a battery, and so on? Liability depends on the underlying facts.
If your kid was seriously injured, you need to talk to an attorney that can... View More
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answered on Sep 6, 2023
You cannot tell who caused the crash by the extent of the property damage. And you cannot tell fault by what you describe. The question is who should have seen the other. It may have been your fault. Your insurance company will sort it out.
Offered same for daughter who did not go in ambulance
answered on Aug 30, 2023
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry about your accident. I hope you're both okay. It's difficult for any attorney to offer input without knowing more details about the accident in terms of liability and injuries. If you feel the... View More
My son was just about to finish his shift and told his supervisor he was about to leave for the day. The supervisor wanted him to stay, and when my son declined, the supervisor slapped him in the face (in front of another supervisor)—neither reported the incident. When he came home, I called the... View More
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answered on Aug 16, 2023
1st of all you should get an attorney.
2nd, if this was during work hours by a supervisor acting in his supervisory capacity, it would be almost negligent not to look into the employer's liability. They may not be liable but there is a good chance they may be to an extent. You can... View More
They are retaliating and trying to provoke me so it'll be easier for them to evict.
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
I am sorry you are dealing with this. You should keep a record of the harassment, talk to the landlord, file a complaint with the housing authority, or consult with an attorney.
answered on Jun 9, 2023
This case arises under CIVIL RIGHTS/EXCESSIVE FORCE law. You need to discuss with an attorney in your jurisdiction that specializes in this kind of law. Thank you for using Justia, Ask a Lawyer. CALL AN ATTORNEY NOW!!!!!
she then gave birth home in bathtub ALONE & hallucinating. records on mychart of visit are not visible if recorded at all. then cps removed child and mother had no golden hour or breastfed baby since birth . thats not even all of what happened . need consiltation asap
answered on May 22, 2023
What a horrible experience. I'm sorry you had to go through that. You should call a lawyer who represents clients in medical malpractice cases. There are several firms in Colorado who specialize in that area of law. You might try contacting Cornell Johnson, Mac Hester, Jim Puga, Hollynd... View More
I was at a stop sign, there was snow so I was leaning forward to see any cars. As I went to go, I saw a pedestrian crossing. I immediately hit the brakes and she put her hands forward on the truck to stop herself. She walked off and I drove back around to see if she was ok but she was gone.
answered on Apr 30, 2023
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It sounds like the truck was the vehicle you were driving. It does not seem like there were any injuries, only sticking hands out to brace oneself. It would have been better to ask the person if they were okay, but... View More
I wanted to know if they are allowed to do this? I never met the doctor before- I was a new patient, ref by primary. He never asked me questions, or did an full exam. I believe he went off of the bad/wrong info his MA wrote. She never let me know he was going to do a procedure or about the... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2023
Doctors must get informed consent before doing medical treatment with very few exceptions.
I wanted to know if they are allowed to do this? I never met the doctor before, he never asked me questions, or did an full exam. I believe he went off of the bad/wrong info his MA wrote. She never let me know he was going to do a procedure or about the medication she was putting in me, I was there... View More
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answered on Apr 20, 2023
While there is likely more to this story if there was no authorization and the operation was performed on the wrong person then it can be a major problem. You need to contact a personal injury attorney to discuss this. Words such as assault, battery, and gross negligence come to mind.
Exposure to a decomposed body with documented evidence causing prenatal problems and premature birth.
answered on Apr 11, 2023
Call some attorneys to see what they say. This is outside my area of practice. Your questions about significance and whether you have a case are just what lawyers consider when evaluating a potential new client. Beware that statutes of limitations exist, and they can sometimes be very short. So... View More
he knew it would be dangerous and lied to me about the car only for me to be poisoned and im the one paying the price with my life. he was aware of the potential dangers and lied and hid them using deception to sell the car to me is this somerthing i should be taking legal action with he knew what... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2023
A Colorado attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for three weeks. The cost of investigating the matter in terms of an expert examining the vehicle, conducting depositions or other fact-finding, etc. could exceed the cost of repairing the vehicle. If you consulted with a... View More
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