When she received the settlement (on a Mastercard! Not a check!) she only received 25,000.00. The attorney's fees totaled $64,000.00. How can fees be over 70%? Is this legal? She never signed an agreement.
answered on Aug 9, 2016
I already answered this, I believe. Was it only fees? Fees, costs, and medicare reimbursement? She should have received 1) a fee agreement and 2) a disbursdment sheet showing how things would be apportioned.
Most attorneys have the client sign these. If none of the above happened, as I... View More 
When she received the settlement (on a Mastercard! Not a check!) the attorney's fees totaled $64,000.00. How can fees be over 70%? Is this legal? She never signed an agreement.
answered on Aug 4, 2016
She must have signed something. She should ask for a statement. Usual fee is 1/3 which would be 29,333. Plus costs which may or may not be much in her case, but should be documented and itemized. The attorney doesn't give her the information, then she should contact the fee dispute committee... View More
No work has been done to the basement or to the yard out front where the well pump is and only happens when it rains. The problem started last year. I have contacted the developer to have someone look at it and was told that they would ask the owner. Also, the representative I spoke too said it... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2016
A strong letter from a lawyer might help.
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 problem... View More
autopsy reports inconvclusive, documents reporting blood clots in same arm as birth control
answered on Nov 27, 2015
I am sorry for your loss.
Certain contraceptives have been linked to blood clots. Blood clots can result in events such as heart attacks and strokes, which can be deadly. There are a number of lawyers who are handling cases like this against certain birth control manufacturers. If... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2015
It depends on whether the product is defective, the terms and conditions of sale, local law, etc.
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answered on Apr 16, 2013
This question is not terribly clear. This is the way I understand it, and, as such, will try to answer it:
"Wrongful death and survival actions have been filed. I have custody of a child, who would be a beneficiary if the suit is successful and results in a recovery. Can I get either... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2012
You should be asking your attorney this. It might take a number of days or months.
answered on Mar 19, 2011
First, you should contact the law firm that is doing the class action. It's also possible you have rights to bring your own action if you are deemed to have opted out of the class.
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