just wondering if my lawyer is doing right by me after reading reviews online im scared i wont receive my settlement as the lawyer has already recieved it 3 months ago and wont release my funds thank you
answered on Aug 24, 2023
No one here can make any judgements as to what is causing the delay. Only your attorney could advise on that. As a GENERAL matter, when it comes to releasing funds, a common cause of delays could involve negotiation and settlement of liens with medical providers or other entities. But that's... View More 
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Someone hits a parked car while pulling out of street parking and thought there was no damage on the other car. He just checked the car from rear mirror and left the scene.
A police officer called after a few days and said the car had camera and reported very minor damage.... View More
answered on Aug 5, 2023
You better tell your friend to hire a good lawyer. Your friend is facing up to 30 days in jail and 6 months loss of his license and some fines. If convicted which it sounds like it would be easy for the state to do, due to the video evidence, these penalties are a real possibility without good... View More
After I went to court and other parties didn't attend 3x I was told by public defender to pay fines which I did. Now 3 years later I have to attend court for the additional 2 .tickets that were not in system.Can the town do this?
answered on Nov 26, 2022
They may or may not be able to do this, an attorney would need to ask you and the court a lot of question starting with ,one like were the tickets issued and served on you, the reason why they were not in the system, were the tickets sent to another court thus a double jeopardy problem. That... View More
if you receive a warning in new jersey for failing to stop for a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk will that increase your auto insurance rates. Not a ticket but a warning. I have a camera in my car and the video shows nothing except a cop waving to turn left. Can I contest this ?
answered on Nov 17, 2022
A ticket filed in the municipal court is required before direct and collateral consequences become an issue. If a police officer gives only a warning, then the court, motor vehicle commission, and insurance company should not find out about the encounter.
Hello, I was in a traffic accident approximately 1yr and 5 months ago where I rear ended a motorvehicle. My vehicle (Sedan) was totaled the other vehicle (SUV) had some had rear end damage. After flagging down an Officer they completed their investigations and towed my car. I received the tow... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2022
You can't still receive a ticket as you would be past the statute of limitations, but it sounds like you may already have had one. I would hire an attorney to research this and see if any tickets arose out of the situation to make sure you don't have a warrant for your arrest for not... View More
I own a car rental company in NJ, One of my customers was hit and it was deemed the other drivers fault.
The insurance company is having me sign a waiver that I will not sue the driver after I get the 10k even though to make me whole, it would be the value of the vehicle 19k, tow and... View More
answered on Aug 11, 2022
A lawyer would need to ask you several questions to properly answer this question starting with do you have an under or uninsured insurance to cover loss, does your contract speak to an accident and does it include recovery of attorneys fees etc. Although it may cost a few dollars to speak with a... View More
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answered on Jul 7, 2022
The answer depends on a number of factors, some of which are:
What is your tort threshold on your auto policy, i.e. your right to sue for pain and suffering,
Have you had a MRI since this accident and any before the accident and what do they demonstrate,
What is the nature... View More
In November 2019, I was 15 (I’m 18 now) and was behind the passengers side of a Lyft driver. Is was around 3am and we got hit by a drunk driver on the highway. I watched my Lyft driver die and that was the last thing I remember. I woke in the hospital with a scraped knee, a broken rib and a... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2022
Whether you are entitled is only half of the battle. Your statute of limitations is running out quickly. Normally it is 2 years but becuase you were a minor, it was suspended. You need to contact counsel asap.
In November 2019, I was 15 (I’m 18 now) and was behind the passengers side of a Lyft driver. Is was around 3am and we got hit by a drunk driver on the highway. I watched my Lyft driver die and that was the last thing I remember. I woke in the hospital with a scraped knee, a broken rib and a... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2022
Yes you should be able to recover some money for your injuries, but you need to find a lawyer immediately because the normal statute of limitations (time you have to sue) is 2 years. Since you were a minor this time could be extended but not for long. You need to call one of us personal injury... View More
In November 2019, I was 15 (I’m 18 now) and was behind the passengers side of a Lyft driver. Is was around 3am and we got hit by a drunk driver on the highway. I watched my Lyft driver die and that was the last thing I remember. I woke in the hospital with a scraped knee, a broken rib and a... View More
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answered on Jun 30, 2022
I'm sorry that you were involved in such a traumatic event.
You have until your 20th birthday to file a lawsuit against the responsible party, otherwise you will be permenantly barred from any potential recovery. With the time that has passed, you should not wait until the last minute.... View More
That was behind me didn't realize I was turning and drove into the median and hit me on my turn is he responsible or we both are because maybe I shouldn't have turned there?
answered on Jun 22, 2022
People and attorneys often confuse fault for an accident for fault on a ticket. The ticket is about did you violate the traffic law. You did. In many ways. Fault for the accident happens in a different court and what you do in the municipal court on the traffic violation could serve as an... View More
That was behind me didn't realize I was turning and drove into the median and hit me on my turn is he responsible or we both are because maybe I shouldn't have turned there?
answered on Jun 21, 2022
Unfortunately, it appears, the law would consider you at fault for the accident as from your description it appears you were making a left turn into on coming traffic and therefore you must yield to oncoming traffic. But an attorney would need to see the accident report before making this decision.
The county (employer) disciplined the employee. It’s not his first accident. The county denied intent to legally represent and/or indemnify.
answered on Jun 14, 2022
I believe the employee, if accident occurred while in his employment, would be entitled to coverage from the county. I recommend filing a title 59 notice if you are the Plaintiff. The time for this to be done is short, so speak with counsel.
I filed it on my taxes as income. Now that they car has been totaled in an accident, they refuse to release the title because of this $1000 in late charges. Per GM rep there is interest on late charges. I never heard of this. If they charged it off and I had to claim as income, why do I have to pay... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2023
You are going to need to retain an experienced civil litigation attorney. You can expect to pay an attorney for 1/2 to one hour of attorney time to review the documents and explain your options.
Wondering if I legally need to pay this medical bill since I already signed off on the total amount, including all medical expenses from my lawyer
answered on Jul 18, 2023
If a valid bill was not paid from the settlement, you are still responsible to pay it. But your attorney may be responsible for some or all of it if the attorney should have negotiated or otherwise handled the lien. Ask the attorney to negotiate the lien.
At a later date I returned to an er and the doctor did not seem to believe I could not lift my shoulder higher so she forced it now I am unable to lift or use my left arm because she forced it when I told her it couldn't..... be
answered on Jun 14, 2023
You may now, not only have a case against the other driver, but also the doctor. Make sure you see other doctor's right away.
The call was orento and she jumped into the driver's seat. When they were outside argument she refused to get out of the car so my God daughter got in the car and was trying to get her out the friend took. Off speeding and crashed the car into a utility Pole where the Pole fell down in a whole... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2023
You need a lawyer, right away, before the wrong thing is said or done.
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I own a rental car company. I rented a vehicle to a customer, she had no insurance and took my collision damage waiver, the vehicle was hit by a BMW loaner vehicle that was stolen from customer after she left the key in the car at her house. Her insurance company is covering 50% of the damage to... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2023
It will depend on the language of the release you signed when receiving partial payment. If not prevented by the terms of the release, you may sue the customer.
I received a summons and failed to provide so answer in the allotted time. A judgment was rendered and I have not satisfied it. The judgement was regarding an accident I got into in 2019, I was uninsured at the time. There were only paint scratches to the other person’s car, but they sued me for... View More
answered on May 23, 2023
Depending on how long ago it was, you may be able to file a motion to set aside based on excusable neglect.
It gives me an address in Chicago where the accident happened, but I’ve never been to Chicago, nor have my vehicles. They want me to call them with my insurance or forward the letter to them. What do I do?
answered on Feb 15, 2023
Much more information would be needed to properly answer your question such as was the accident a covered event under your insurance, Did someone drive your car to Chicago, Was your car stolen etc. Speak with a lawyer or if you have insurance for this event your insurance company. I suggest a... View More
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