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can I get a lawyer thatll recieve payment after the case is won these police have tried to kill me and they know they are about to lose thats why they are harassing me 2 times on separate occasions have they physically assaulted me and its on video recording plus its documented on my medical... View More 
answered on Feb 2, 2021
This is not a job for a criminal law attorney or an employment law attorney. Instead, you should focus on finding an attorney who takes Personal Injury cases or "Section 1983" federal civil rights cases.
on the finalization. I have a very good case I know we would have this. My second W.C. adjusters own doctor appointment is this Thursday. The lawyers emailed me today with some very bogus untrue reasons that they are not taking this farther because we wont win the case in court. I'm not... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2021
I am sorry to hear about what happened with your lawyer. While I don’t know enough about your situation to give you any advice here, I can advise you to seek new representation as soon as possible. In Texas, personal injury lawsuits must be filed no later than two years after the event. The... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2021
That seems like overreaching. From the percentages you list, you would essentially receive nothing from your own personal injury case.
We do? We were never made aware of the asbestos and have been asked to do repairs to it without ever being told of the dangers. We also have three children. We are scared we will die of cancer or our kids will....what can we do?
answered on Jan 26, 2021
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm sorry for your family's ordeal. You could reach out to toxic tort attorneys to discuss whether you might have the grounds for a legal remedy here. Toxic tort attorneys handle cases involving exposure... View More
I was injured and rendered permanently disabled in large home improvement store
answered on Dec 30, 2020
No, a mediator's job is simply to serve as a facilitator towards the goal of reaching an agreement. The mediator doesn't represent either side, and the mediator doesn't get to determine liability or damages. Importantly, you aren't forced to enter an agreement if you are in mediation.
I am going to file for SSDI. Should I apply for unemployment so that I can have income while waiting to hear if I qualify for SSDI? I think I may qualify with a grid rule. I received Workman's Comp for 2 years.
answered on Dec 24, 2020
Yes, you can apply and receive unemployment benefits while you apply for SSDI benefits. It is a practical approach. Be aware, however, that there is a contradiction in getting both benefits since unemployment requires you to be ABLE to work and actively look for work, and SSDI approval requires... View More
My wife is a health care provider and was grocery shopping for her client at HEB and had a slip and fall accident. She contacted her employer and went to there workmans compt doctor . We also hired a law firm for the accident and they told her stop seeing the work man's comp doctor and have... View More
answered on Nov 25, 2020
More information is needed to answer your question. An employer is not required to hold your wife's position open for her for an indefinite period of time if she is unable to return to work. Being under doctor's care does not provide blanket protection from termination. Whether your... View More
Her lawyer advised it would be better to plea to Agg Assault w/ Deadly Weapon (a 2nd degree felony). Is there any sense to pleading to a higher degree felony? Probation is offered in both cases by the prosecutor.
answered on Nov 24, 2020
As a general rule, a second-degree felony is more serious than a third degree. However, nobody on this forum is in any position to second guess your wife's attorney. There are reasons why this could make sense, so your wife should simply ask her attorney for an explanation.
For... View More
I was in an accident where they had it closed down to one lane of traffic and the concrete arm off of a Mack truck swing out in front of us and busted through the windshield it could have killed us if we had been going fast enough which I feel like is a major mess up on their end the guys already... View More
answered on Nov 12, 2020
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Your post raises many issues and could be too involved for a simple response such as "do this," or "do that." As a GENERAL matter, it is possible that what you describe could result in a lien on your... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2020
If your son is 18 years older or older and you are only obligated on the debt secured by your son's truck, but are not a co-owner, it is very doubtful that you could ever be held responsible for any accidents caused by your son in it.
I have a case in the court and my trail is set the case involved Metro. Transit. They have not given the video tapes up and Harris co. Tells me there is no 911 record but I have the call number for the accident to the EMS service and the fire
answered on Nov 7, 2020
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. If a defendant or third party will not provide tapes, as a general matter in virtually all jurisdictions, an option is to subpoena such evidence. However, if your case made it to the trial calendar, that would suggest... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2020
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. From the brief description, it isn't clear whether you're a victim of identity theft or you're a defendant facing identity theft charges. If you are the victim, carefully review your banking, credit... View More
Driver was not the registered owner. A claim was then filed against her insurance company after the accident. She provided her insurance information to me. Her insurance declined the claim. The Insurance do not provide liability coverage for any person for that person's liability arising... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2020
In theory, an injured Plaintiff might sue the owner of a car even if the owner was not driving under a cause of action for "negligent entrustment."
An armed security guard attempted to kick down my door at my apartment. A series of events had happened between me and my significant other, however it was not for the security guard to get involved in. He made inaccurate assumptions about what was happening and he continued to harass me at my... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2020
This question is marked as New Jersey and Texas. It is also marked as Personal Injury and Criminal. The following answer is only applicable to criminal law in Texas:
Texas has very loose use of force rules, so whether his actions were legal depends on what you did and what the security... View More
The liability insurer has even agreed to a settlement. She wants me to sign the release now. I told her I don’t want to sign anything until everything is finalized with all insurers and I see a breakdown of where the money is going. She said ok. Am I doing the right thing here? I mean,... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2020
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a general matter, it would be good to see the breakdown of figures on any case. The questions regarding the liens would be best addressed by your attorney. This appears to be a complicated case, and that's... View More
They are homeless, living in Garland TX, She slipped it the mud on the sidewalk and broke her ankle in 10 places. She will need 2-3 months in a rehab facility, but they have no insurance, so no place will take her. They are literally living in a storm drain right now and she is not going to be... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2020
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. In terms of your question about her options, a comprehensive answer would be pages long, depending on a number of factors. The practical answer to your question is for her to consult with a Texas attorney who handles... View More
I was involved in an auto accident in Oklahoma in July. Was rear ended on Interestate after having to stop at over 40 MPH on I 35 by a truck towing another truck. Car was totaled. My insurance company setteled with my car damages but the company of the car that hit me is only claiming half... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2020
You can hire an attorney in Texas. It is possible, though, that your attorney will either have to partner with an Oklahoma attorney or refer your case to an Oklahoma attorney if a lawsuit has to be filed. It’s also possible that Texas may have jurisdiction over the trucking company. That way, a... View More
They had a another business with a industrial grinder with extended boom after I received my check the boom struck a power line and I was electrocuted by 80000 volt from wire throne 25 has lost feeling in my right side of my body also the use of my grip and right on now the large company is putting... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2020
I strongly encourage you to contact an attorney with substantial experience in Personal Injury.
I need references to an attorney that can help me. The abuse happened in his home in Desoto Texas.
answered on Aug 27, 2020
If you want to sue for money damages then you're probably looking for an attorney who practices Personal Injury law.
A guilty plea to a Class C misdemeanor domestic violence may not, in and of itself, help you prove any significant monetary damages. There are two types of class C... View More
I feel hard the gas station attendant didn't offer no help he rushed me out the store told me pay for it later. He was acting like he just wanted me to go im hurting feel hard I have picture of the water leak outside on the walk way and in parking place where people park have to get out of car... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2020
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. You ask what should you do? If you are considering a claim for your injuries, you could reach out to attorneys to discuss in further detail. An attorney could investigate the accident and assess the merits of your case.... View More
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