The sidewalk is blatantly obstructed by illegal street sign installed by previous owners of the apartment complex we have plenty of photos and everything we need individed fault with the sign and its size and placement my 10 year old son has to duck out of its way well visiting my mom at her... View More 
answered on Mar 30, 2024
Since you have retained a lawyer, I would recommend calling your attorney up and asking how long it will this take. It can take as little as a month up to eight months to negotiated claim, depending upon the complexity. I wish you the best.
The dr removed my left adrenal gland and in the process she injured my left kidney which is now not working normally l will now have life long issue with it l also have trauma from the surgery it went bad from the start I am just now seeing the mistakes she made
answered on Mar 24, 2024
Malpractice statutes of limitations often do not begin to run until discovery (or should have discovered), with a cap of time. You should consult with experienced medical malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred who can review the facts of your particular case and determine if you... View More
A disability was declared day 1 and after 25yrs of service employee was sent to do a FEC exam. Is the company responsible or the facility where the fall occured for employee's re-injure and new injuries. Is this worker's comp or personal injury?
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answered on Mar 19, 2024
If your employer sent you for a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FEC) despite knowing about your disability, and you were injured during this process, there might be grounds for responsibility on part of your employer or the facility, depending on the circumstances of the fall and existing workplace... View More
The sexual assault happened on a college campus but I don’t want to only file a title because my college covers them up.
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
In South Carolina, civil lawsuits related to sexual assault can be filed under various legal theories, depending on the specific circumstances of the case. Some common legal grounds for such lawsuits include:
1. Assault and Battery: South Carolina Code Ann. § 15-3-550 provides a three-year... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
If you've previously settled a lawsuit or received a judgment and later discover that your injuries are more severe than initially thought, you generally cannot reopen the case to seek additional compensation. Most settlements include a release clause, which means you agree not to pursue any... View More
I have been researching Y2K harassment and haven't been able to find any information on steps to take for legal action. Was wondering if there is legal president for legal action?
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
It sounds like you're looking for legal guidance related to an issue stemming from the Y2K era, possibly involving technology or digital rights. While the term "Y2K" primarily refers to the year 2000 computer bug concern, if you're facing harassment or legal issues related to... View More
I live in South Carolina, a strict liability state. I was jogging and was attacked and bitten by two dogs. I was injured (not seriously, two puncture wounds in my leg). I filed in small claims court for damages. The Defendant has retained legal counsel. The demanded a jury trial. I am... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2024
Give the judge the case law before the jury is called in and highlight the applicable parts, and ask him to charge the jury with the highlighted portions. That means he will read those to the jurors when he is telling them about the law which happens after closing statements, and before they... View More
I've taken pictures of the sign and my injuries I went to the emergency room immediately. The sign is an obvious hazard
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answered on Jan 18, 2024
If you have sustained injuries, including a concussion and facial stitches, due to a hazardously mounted road sign on the sidewalk, you may have grounds to pursue a personal injury claim. Documenting the incident with pictures and seeking immediate medical attention strengthens your case by... View More
As I was crossing the street, a woman ran into me causing serious injuries.
answered on Dec 29, 2023
No, that is not always the case. There are several factors to take into account outside of the actual bodily injury aspects of the policy, which sometimes get overlooked. Some of those include:
1.) Property damage coverage for punitives if punitive conduct can be shown;
2.) Assets... View More
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
To determine whether you have a viable case against your former leasing company, it's important to consider several key factors. First, identify the specific grievances you have against the company. These could include issues like breach of the lease agreement, failure to maintain the... View More
We went out of business in 2011-2012. The deadly accident occurred in SC in 2020. We moved to NY in 2013. The DOT number listed in the lawsuit is not our old DOT number. I have contacted several lawyers in NY & SC only to be told that this isn’t in their wheelhouse. Meanwhile, I have 15 days... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2023
A South Carolina attorney may be able to advise best, since that is the state you posted under. But your question remains open for a week and you mention a short timeline in which to respond to a summons. If there was a liability policy in effect at the time of the accident, the carrier should be... View More
I knew I was facing prison time so I left my Aunt in charge of everything. While I was incarcerated she paid $5k for a lawyer for me and then got mad because I didnt pay her back. I went to prison and could not pay her while in prison. She then sold all my belongings without my permission or... View More
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
In your situation, it appears that your aunt may have sold your property without legal authority or your consent. This could potentially be a case of conversion, which is the unauthorized taking or selling of someone else’s property.
Firstly, gather all relevant documentation, such as... View More
The school has know about the situation for three weeks but have done nothing. They don’t believe my child was jumped but has also failed to provide the surveillance footage of the attack. They told me one child came forward and said he hit my child too hard. The school expects my child to... View More
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
As a parent, it's distressing to hear that your child's safety is at risk. If the school is not addressing your concerns adequately, you might consider taking legal action. Schools have a duty to provide a safe environment for students.
You can request the surveillance footage... View More
The property manager said the cameras weren’t working at the time of the robbery but the district manager said they do work they need the monitors fixed. I haven’t received any updates or anything from the public storage. They haven’t fixed the walls that were damaged in the unit either.... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2023
You should make a claim on your insurance for the value of the stolen items. Your insurance company will be subrogated to any lawsuit you may file. If the thieves are identified, you likely have a very good lawsuit against them, but they may not have any non-exempt assets to satisfy any judgment... View More
They were given a citation for the cause of the accident in the state of South Carolina.
answered on Oct 2, 2023
A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You usually pursue the person, unless there are additional details involving the insurance company. Their insurance company enters the picture in terms of defending them. Most attorneys offer free initial... View More
They were given a citation for the cause of the accident in the state of South Carolina.
answered on Sep 24, 2023
Yes, in SC our law requires an individual to have insurance to operate a motor vehicle, and our law requires that if that person injures someone in a motor vehicle accident they must be sued in their individual name to collect their insurance money if not settled out of court. Our law does not... View More
smoke detector malfunction from water damage and there was a fire in budling and life was threated cause was unable to get out due to non working smoke detector and have the proof of mold i work from home so inhaling
mold everyday
answered on Sep 18, 2023
A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for the ordeal this has caused you. I can only speak for the personal injury-related aspects of your question. You could reach out to law firms to try to arrange a free initial consult. Gather... View More
answered on Aug 31, 2023
A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry about your injury. It isn't clear what kind of help you need - You disagree with figure? You have questions about how to collect figure? etc. If you have an attorney on the case, they would... View More
She Said oh the cyst was not on your ovary. It was on your colon, so why did you give me a full hysterectomy if it was on my colon. I didn’t need to get a hysterectomy. I was fine. She saw a cyst at the exam. She said she was going to do a hysterectomy. She did the hysterectomy and it was not on... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2023
A doctor, on review the records, would need to inform us if it was negligence to not know the location of the cyst prior to the surgery. 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... View More
The 63-year-old lady was chatting in the street while the 8-year-old boy was riding in the neighborhood. Suddenly, the bike hit the lady's hip, ankle, and fingers. The boy was playing with his sister and wasn't looking forward while riding his bike. He's not purposeful. The lady was... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2023
Yes, the lady can sue for negligence. Depending on the particular facts the boys parents and/or their insurance may be liable. She should consult with an experienced personal injury attorney who will gather all of the facts, conduct an investigation and determine her best path forward.
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