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Q: if a person comes into anothers house thinking no one home and gets bittin by the homeowners pitbull is the homeowner

responsible for damages to the person that got bitten

Brendan Michael Kelly
Brendan Michael Kelly
answered on Feb 9, 2018

A person who enters into your home without permission is an intruder and liable for any damage or injury they cause or sustain. Only if they had permission would the home owner be liable.

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Q: Could I sue my former boss or the bars involved in my accident?

I'm located in Omaha, Nebraska and work for the parent company of several cocktail bars. I was attending a staff party at an unassociated bar where I believe my boss (The company owner) accidentally roofied me. To cover it up I believe he took me to a dive bar while under the influence of the... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 9, 2017

Contact a member of the Nebraska Assn for Justice who handles workers compensation and employment cases. You may have several potential claims depending on the laws of your state.

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Q: I need recommendation for a personal injury attorney for my in-laws.

In-laws were rear-ended and car rolled while in Omaha, NE on Friday. MIL has fracture of vertbra. FIL sustained some injuries (including a tear in prostate) but was treated and released. Don't have many more details as we are in Texas and they are in Auburn, NE. Car is totaled.... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 18, 2017

You/they should contact a member of the Nebraska Assn for Justice in the county where the crash occurred--they give free consults.

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Q: My sister died from lung cancer in Oct. of 2011. Can my mother or I get money from her death from smoking?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 12, 2017

Not at this time. Any case would have to have been filed within the statute of limitations.

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Q: If I was injured riding a persons personal horse in Nebraska, can out state medical insurance sue owner for reimbursment
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 6, 2017

Not unless he/she was careless in some way. They don't guarantee their horse.

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Q: I have a friend that 40 years ago he and his sister decided to show each other their private parts can he still bcharged

They were both minors under the age of 13 at the time...the sister won't let it go is there anything that can be done to him

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 6, 2017

If it was just that and that long ago...I don't see it happening. She may want to get some ptsd therapy to be able to see it more clearly.

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Q: Can i sue this company?

I received a letter of notification from my former employer saying that one of their employees mistakenly sent out my personal information to some clients. The company further said in the latter that they investigated the incident and found out that the same employee has made the same mistake on... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Dec 7, 2016

It may be possible to sue them IF you can show that as a result someone was able to use that information. You say you have "7 different reports I know nothing about." Any lawyer you talk to will want you to find out what they are. They may or may not have anything to do with this.... View More

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Q: What is statute of limitations and does discovery rule apply if diagnosis just made personal injury case

Lived in house with mold and

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Dec 1, 2016

It varies from 1 to 4 years depending on type of case. Diagnosis made date usually irrelevant. Contact a member of the Nebraska Assn of Trial Attorneys--they give free consults.

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Q: I was in a auto accident as a minor 5 years ago and my mom retained a lawyer on my behalf. Can I change representation

I am now 22 and have found out that the lawyer is not really working my case and has lost 2 years of my file. I have never signed a agreement with the lawyer but she holds me responsible for certain costs not my mother. Can I change lawyer and not owe her 33 1/3 of a new lawyers settlement.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 22, 2016

When you say she's not working on it, have you sat down and looked at the file? I would contact a member of the Nebraska Trial Lawyers Assn--they give free consults.See what they say/advise.

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Q: If I'm the custodial parent of my 17yr old, can his injury settlement be released to me?
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jan 13, 2016

Stop trying to steal your child's money.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal...
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Q: If my father Co signs on a auto lease for his grand daughter and she is the one who drives it and insures it and doesn't

Doesn't live under his roof would he ever be liable or open to a civil suit in the event of a tragic accident she was in where someone wanted to sue

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 13, 2015

He is an owner of the car, right? There is liability coverage, auto insurance, on the car and for your daughter, right?

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Q: If my father Co signs on a auto lease for his grand daughter and she is the one who drives it and insures it and doesn't

Doesn't live under his roof would he ever be liable or open to a civil suit in the event of a tragic accident she was in where someone wanted to sue

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Nov 16, 2015

"Ever" and "never" are such categorically broad statements that lawyers avoid them :-) Best to have adequate insurance.

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Q: I have a case for mesh but have not heard from attorney on the case for over a year.I have left voice mails to contact

No contact with attorneys on my case for over a year. Left several messages but no reply back.

What should I do

John M DeProspo
John M DeProspo
answered on May 11, 2015

You can keep calling until you are able to speak with him or her. Or, better yet, you can just present yourself at the office and I believe you will be successful. Has the lawyer ever sent you correspondence? Are you sure he was retained by you?

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Q: What benefits can the victim of a first degree assault charge obtain?
Ryan P. Sullivan
Ryan P. Sullivan
answered on Feb 22, 2012

The short answer: restitution, civil damages, and possibly benefits through the Nebraska's Crime Victim's Reparation Program. The particular benefits applicable to your case will depend on the facts involved in the assault and the injuries sustained.

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Q: I fell on a very icy walmart parking lot in Nebraska - tore miniscus. been getting runaround. need surgery
Terrence Rubino
Terrence Rubino
answered on Jul 6, 2011

you need to consult with a lawyer in nebraska who does personal injury cases. walmart can be very difficult to deal with. there is a website dedicated to cases against walmart, the results and the treatment by walmart. you can google it and find it. mike polen and myself had a fairly recent jury... View More

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Q: How many days do I have to respond after service is made on a civil summons/complaint?
Ryan P. Sullivan
Ryan P. Sullivan
answered on May 13, 2011

You have 30 days to file a responsive pleading: either an answer or a motion. After 30 days the plaintiff may move for default judgment.

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