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Q: I was a victim in an auto accident my lawyer sent discovery papers ins tendered $ why would I have to pay attorney 40% i

The fee is 33% 40% if it goes to litigation there was no deposition my lawyer sent discovery papers and the man who actually hit me hisinsurance co tenders the money even my lawyer was surprised have not been to see my lawyer yet they just got $ and said I was being charged the 40% is there... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on May 17, 2015

The lawyer get 40% if there is a suit filed. Was a suit filed?

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Q: I was involved in a car accident in 2004. The other party took the his car to a shop to fix the bumper.

Seven years later the other party found out the bumper was fixed correctly. My insurance allowed the other party to reopen the case again. My insurance had me pay for 3 years. What are my options?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Mar 24, 2015

You need to go see an attorney about this. There are not enough facts to make any conclusions.

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Q: My dog an boyfriend were hit by a party bus Last week. My dog died. What can I sew4according to animal law in Florida?

I am still waiting for the police report, but they were in the bike lane. He has lights all over his bike so it is IMPOSSIBLE that the driver didnt see them. There were witnesses and the ambulance took him and my dog to the animal hospital. The police came to the scene. what can I sew this party... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Mar 14, 2015

You can sue for the value of the dog in small claims court, most likely.

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Q: Do I need a traffic attorney?

If I hit the back of a vehicle and no Offical document was written but I signed a plain sheet of paper saying "I take responsibility for the bump on your rear end" and the person isn't satistfy with the effort I make to fix the (minor) scrathes. What can the owner of the vehicle do... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Jan 30, 2015

You must report the accident to your insurance company. That is why you have insurance to begin with.

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Q: Who is liable for the balance in a automotive injury settlement if a health care provider doesn't have a LOP or Lein?

Panama city, Florida.

I was in an accident, stopped at a light, and a truck him my car from behind at the full posted speed limit (Possible Negligence?).

His insurance paid for my car, but was not enough to cover my medical bills as well.

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Jan 21, 2015

Go see a personal injury attorney about this or ask your own attorney if you already have one.

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Q: Can a lawyer threaten to suspend your license because I want to go to court over a judgment in a car wreck?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Jan 14, 2015

Was a judgment entered against you for a car wreck you were in? If a judgment was entered against you because you had no auto insurance, then your license can be suspended unless you negotiate.

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Q: Can a state trooper be blackout on interstate shoulder at night? (not the median..)

i am asking for safety reasons on a traffic ticket. when i mean blackout, i mean no lights what so ever not even parking lights. and it was on the service shoulder under a busted street light. i dont mind the hiding im after the safety aspect and the legality.

Thanks

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Jan 5, 2015

Is it legal? Yes.

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Q: I run a carpet cleaning franchise for someone else and ran over girlfriends foot with van will it affect drivers licens

if I make a report will it affect drivers license,it happened in company van while leaving home I think her foot is broken

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Dec 23, 2014

There is insurance, right? And you were authorized, right? Let insurance take care of the problem, you have to report it to them.

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Q: MY friend picked me up when my car was stranded, then she got into a car accident. Would this be my fault or hers?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Dec 17, 2014

If I'm following your question right- you were involved in an accident, in your friend's car, which was under your friends control at the time of accident. If that is the case it is not your fault. But that doesn't matter now anyway, what does matter is you and your friends health.... View More

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Q: I was involved in a 4 car accident. Car that hit me damaged & my rear end smashed. We both have same insurance co.

Both of us hurt. She had full coverage, I had pip & liability. Why when I went to get looked at they wanted $ from my $500 deductable. I pay first then Ins. Pay later....? Need a lawyer?

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Dec 7, 2014

You need a lawyer.

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Q: I was involved in a car accident but my vehicle was not insured, what can I do?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Dec 2, 2014

Sue the other driver and hope you don't get hit with violating Florida's Financial Responsibility Law.

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Q: Can we sue the driver at fault for grievance ?

The opposing insurer totaled her vehicle out and gave her a check, but the amount is not enough for a vehicle. my wife now has no car and no way of getting to school. is there any way for the driver at fault to be sued for grievance ?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Dec 22, 2014

What is it that you think "grievance" is? More facts are necessary here.

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Q: had a car accident with no injuries. Not my fault. Should I get an attorney

rear ended by another car

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Dec 1, 2014

If you are sure you aren't injured and do not require medical attention it wouldn't be worth it. Property claims are simply enough, I'm sure you can handle it. Just don't forget to seek compensation for the diminished value of your vehicle.

If any issues arise seek...
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Q: My German Shepard was killed by a car if I find the car and who did it can I sue them for a hit and run?

I live in Florida, on the road there's no sign of braking and the car just left him there to die

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Dec 1, 2014

You can sue for the replacemet value of your dog. I know it's not what you want to hear, but until the law changes this is all we are left with.

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Q: Wondering if we would have a case against property owners

My wife was in a car accident today, it wasn't bad but it happened on private property of a shopping center. She was at a stop sign where you can't really see oncoming traffic because of the median which is covered in high bushes and trees. The median separates the through street from the... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Dec 1, 2014

Possibly. Call an attorney so they can fully investigate the issue.

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Q: Am I liable if my golf ball hits a car and damages the windshield?

Ball was hooked (left) into the path of a car travelling the same direction on a street left of the hole I was playing.

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Dec 1, 2014

Yes.

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Q: my son and I were hurt in an auto accident.Can we be compensated for future surgeries?

total 3 herniations and 3 bulgging discs

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Dec 1, 2014

Yes, hire an attorney and refuse to speak with the insurance adjusters, they are not your friends.

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Q: I got into an accident with no insurance and now my license is suspended.

If i dont have the money to pay back the damages or get all 3 parties to release it.. does that mean i cant get my license back?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Dec 22, 2014

Yes, that is what it means, but usually you can pay over time to reduce the debt.

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Q: I had a accident in Ny and my lawyer miss lead me and after everything I walked away with nothing can I get a new lawyer
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Jan 14, 2015

You are asking FL lawyers about NY law. It is better to ask a NY lawyer. But I will venture to say that you probably cannot do anything.

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Q: My dog was hit by car and killed. Geico wants me to pay $1500 for damage to car. Is pet owner liable?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Jan 16, 2015

Perhaps. Asking us to answer a question without giving any facts is like asking grandma to make her famous meatloaf without meat.

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