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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Civil Litigation and Personal Injury for Washington on
Q: Seeking legal help for excessive force by Thurston County and Washington State Patrol, resulting in injury.

I am seeking legal representation concerning an incident of excessive force and police misconduct by the Thurston County Sheriff's Office and Washington State Patrol on January 10, 2025, in Olympia, WA. The incident escalated from a simple moving violation into a reckless pursuit where I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Libel & Slander, Personal Injury and Uncategorized for Washington on
Q: Local casino wrongful eviction slander personal property stolen harassed enter room without permission unused parapherna

No drugs no history 3 hrs pri or to check out pushed by security and hallway chased around by security and casino and Hotel while they were carrying said unused drug paraphernalia no drugs found denied the return my personal property and my money within my personal property of the room that I had... View More

5 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Washington on
Q: My car was totaled and there are claims in excess of my policy limit of 25,000 Should I file bankruptcy?

I do not have umbrella coverage and I am about to retire.

W. J. Winterstein Jr.
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answered on Feb 3, 2025

Filing for bankruptcy relief is a major step, and you need to confer with an experienced lawyer. with full facts of your financial condition to your lawyer in advance of that conference.

Do that as soon as you can, as the best lawyer help is BEFORE any more happens.

On top of your...
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2 Answers | Asked in Identity Theft, Copyright, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Washington on
Q: I have a neighbor who has taken over my identity and he stocks and harasses me everyday not only that he has taken over

Emails phones bank accounts you name it any account it takes it over and you still actively hack my phone every day gone to the cops they’ve done nothing reached out to the tech companies nothing

Merry A Kogut
Merry A Kogut
answered on Jan 25, 2025

I agree with the other attorney who answered your question, but I also want to let you know that you may be able to get free help from Adult Protection Services: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services

In addition, if the police won't take a police report from you, you...
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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents and Legal Malpractice for Washington on
Q: Can I challenge or reduce an attorney’s lien due to conflict of interest and inadequate representation?

I was rear-ended while driving, and my former attorney represented both me (the driver) and a passenger. I repeatedly raised concerns about the passenger’s fraudulent claims, but my attorney ignored them and continued representing her, creating a significant conflict of interest and a breakdown... View More

Merry A Kogut
Merry A Kogut
answered on Jan 22, 2025

I'm so sorry to hear about your accident and your attorney's behavior. I share your concerns, as you laid them out.

The Washington State Bar Association is very good about helping clients resolve problems with their attorneys. They offer at least two types of help - one is...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Washington on
Q: Im not sure what to do, I was involved in a $2k shoplifting incident that resulted in Macy's security breaking my tooth.

I allegedly tried to walk out with $2000 of clothes from Macy's. I was apprehended by 2 security staff members that hand cuffed me against a car and started punching my face, resulting in a broken tooth,a chipped tooth, and some face damage. I wasn't booked into county I was just told to... View More

Patrick Owen Earl
Patrick Owen Earl
answered on Jan 10, 2025

I only handle criminal offenses, I DO NOT sue people or do civil lawsuits so IF you have a claim against the city, police force etc. I DO NOT KNOW and wouldn't be able to help you. IF you get charged with a crime is where I would come in but I live in Moses Lake WA and that is a long way from... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Washington on
Q: I was a passenger in a vehicle that was hit head on by drunk driver and received the most injuries I need help?

On May 15th I was a passenger in my truck that was hit head on by a uninsured drunk driver, I sustained a fractured hip which needed surgery to replace and a metal plate inserted to hold it in since it broke the rim of my pelvis, I still have limited mobility 6 months later, I didn't know... View More

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answered on Jan 9, 2025

Unfortunately with this scenario, it appears that what you are saying, is that the intoxicated driver was not insured, and that you did not have underinsured coverage either. Given that there is not an insurance policy to open a claim with, there is not recovery available. You could potentially,... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Washington on
Q: looking for malpractice attorney and personal injury attorney. From Spokane, Wa. and had botched surgery in California
Merry A Kogut
Merry A Kogut
answered on Jan 8, 2025

I suggest that you find a medical malpractice attorney in California, not in Washington State. You can find start by trying to find an attorney in the county where the medical practice in CA is located: https://www.calbar.ca.gov/Public/Need-Legal-Help/Certified-Lawyer-Referral-Services-Directory... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury and Health Care Law for Washington on
Q: I have employed on an as needed basis a local woman who through casual conversation says she has no health coverage.

If she gets hurt on our property, what liability do we have. We are 80 year olds and she does mainly cleaning, but has shoveled snow for us and other jobs as they come up such as change light bulbs, taking items to Goodwill, recycling, but mostly help around the house.

Merry A Kogut
Merry A Kogut
answered on Dec 31, 2024

The liability for you if the woman helping you gets hurt would be the same as a guest in your house. That is to say, if a guest in your house, or a person working for you, is injured in your house, you could be liable for some or all of their medical costs (I say "some" because the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Washington on
Q: I was a backseat passenger wearing a seat belt when the car I was in was involved in a collision with another vehicle.

No citations, no police. The driver of the car was driving without a valid DL. I am told he has an out of state license but he did not have it on his person. The owner was in the passenger seat and was not carrying a license either but does have one in good standing. The MVC happened this past... View More

Merry A Kogut
Merry A Kogut
answered on Dec 25, 2024

First off, if either the driver or the owner of the vehicle in which you were a passenger has automobile insurance, ask them for a copy of their insurance card, and file a claim with their insurance company. If neither has insurance, contact your OWN insurance - auto or homeowners may cover you in... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Washington on
Q: I was a backseat passenger wearing a seat belt when the car I was in was involved in a collision with another vehicle.

No citations, no police, no insuance. The driver of the car has no valid DL nor insurance. The owner was in the passenger seat and was not carrying license. And, i dont think the car is presently insured, possibly no title and unknown about registration. This happened this past weekend. What court... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 17, 2025

A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. I'm sorry about your accident. The questions you raise are valid ones, and they show good analysis. The last question you pose may be the most practical one, in terms of whether there are competent... View More

Q: I was a backseat passenger wearing a seat belt when the car I was in was involved in a collision with another vehicle.

No citations, no police, no insuance. The driver of the car has no valid DL nor insurance. The owner was in the passenger seat and was not carrying license. And, i dont think the car is presently insured, possibly no title and unknown about registration. This happened this past weekend. What court... View More

Antone Alfred Weber
Antone Alfred Weber
answered on Dec 18, 2024

You need a Personal Injury lawyer, not a traffic lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Washington on
Q: I was shopping at Safeway when a worker from the meat department pulled my bag off me from behind at the checkout.

I was shopping at Safeway when a worker from the meat department approached me and asked if I was going to pay for the items in my bag. I immediately started walking towards the checkout to pay, but as I reached the counter, there was no one there since it was so early in the morning. Suddenly, the... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 26, 2024

A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. You could reach out to local attorneys to arrange a free initial consult. If they saw it as a matter to pursue, they could look into investigating further and retrieving any video footage. The x-rays you had... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice for Washington on
Q: Can a Dr be liable for putting in mesh over mesh knowing it has failed n a recall on the mesh?

I had to have surgery because of a hernia, due to a failed mesh. At the time it was performed by labor and industry Dr. They did not remove the failed mesh, they reattached it and put another over it. Was that done knowing the bad mesh had recalls and not care because it was under labor and... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 1, 2025

A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. The short answer is that they could be liable. But law firms would probably want to know more details about the mesh, the recall, the hernia, the surgery, and other elements of the matter. In terms of what you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Washington on
Q: My loved one was hospitalized for cardiac arrest.

I feel he was over dosed with fentanyl causing his death. What are my choices

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 22, 2024

A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm very sorry for your loss. At this point, you could reach out to attorneys in your state to discuss. Most law firms that handle such matters offer free initial consults without obligation. An attorney... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Washington on
Q: Cruise ship involved,Allen Marine Tours my work, Princess Cruise bus - possibly princess cruise ship, search medical cen

I have had episode s of amnesia and in and out of consciousness,wondering off while at baseball game,not remembering what I ate a restaurant with boyfriend,gone unconscious while on jet horizon airlines thrown off airlines mask mandate I'm a professional hairstylist,lost in Seattle public bus... View More

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answered on Nov 8, 2024

The legal issues that may be raised based on the provided text include potential claims of negligence, personal injury, and possibly medical malpractice. The episodes of amnesia, unconsciousness, and wandering off could be indicative of a serious medical condition that was not properly addressed or... View More

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Q: Need personal injury attorney

Have brain injury from Tylenol

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 9, 2024

I'm sorry about your brain injury. I'm not certain if this is an admiralty/maritime matter (a category chosen for the post). It looks more like product liability (injuries involving dangerous/defective products, including pharmaceutical drugs). There isn't very much detail to go by... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation for Washington on
Q: After an industrial workplace incident I was rendered 100% sterile. Do I have a possible Workers Comp Claim?

I am now sterile because of a workplace incident. Also injured my leg/foot. This was within a year. Doctor said I might not have a case as I can still make testosterone but not sperm. Friends suggested I pursue a workers comp claim for something called Partial Permanent Disability. Do I have a case?

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answered on Nov 4, 2024

There are many variables to this question, and answering whether or not you have a case is not something that is easily done without a consultation. Most attorney's that practice in workman comp claims will offer a no cost consultation. It would be best to contact an attorney in your local... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for Washington on
Q: Family law trolling, smearing, slanding, to control the narrative and influence decision making defamation discriminati
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answered on Sep 27, 2024

When dealing with trolling, smearing, and defamation in family law, it’s important to stay focused on factual evidence and the legal process. People who attempt to control the narrative through harmful tactics often aim to provoke emotional reactions. Staying calm and maintaining a clear record... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Washington on
Q: can i defend myself years after a case against med was filed?

i am just now catching on to the wrongdoing against me..i have been mentally and physically impaired due to this case for many years..

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 1, 2024

A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal with the case filed against you. To advise you meaningfully, a local attorney would want to know more about the claim, the current disposition of the case in the courts, how much time... View More

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