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I was in a 1 vehicle accident and I was a passenger and I’m now waiting on a settlement from the drivers insurance company. I would like to have a lawyer write a settlement demand letter to start the negotiations process. Is that expensive? My mom was also a passenger and she received a lowball... View More 
answered on Jul 12, 2024
There are many, many attorneys who represent individuals involved in motor vehicle collisions. Typically, they will accept your case on a contingency fee (1/3 is common) so you do not have to pay anything upfront. They receiver their fee out of the proceeds collected. A strong demand letter from... View More
My car was stolen july 4th from a parking lot i IMMEDIATELY called police and reported it. They quickly arrived & took my written statement. I knew who stole it by name. Eyewitness info or statement was not taken by police. Nor was the surveillance video from motel6 either. They never returned... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2024
There is nothing which prohibits police from properly processing auto theft charges now. Given that they know who stole it by name, why would they need to question anyone or to see the surveillance video? It doesn't look like the thief who wrecked your car is likely to be able to avoid the... View More
I'm at fault. Plaitiff wants in excess of my limits of liability, my insurance company wants to go to court and hasn't offered to pay my maximum limit. New Mexico.
answered on Jul 8, 2024
You could risk coverage, which could possibly result in your insurance company being off the hook in a worst-case scenario. A New Mexico attorney should advise you, but as a general matter nationwide, insurance policies virtually always require the policyholder to cooperate with the carrier in... View More
Holding my settlement checks he never scheduled the caropractice apointments.who do I talk to I need help i never received compensation for loss of wages never got any paper work showing or explaining to me whats going on.its been 7 months now.
answered on Jul 9, 2024
Your attorney isn't doing anything wrong by not scheduling chiropractic visits. That's something patients arrange. Attorneys could assist in finding medical providers and facilitating care, but it's generally upon the patient/client to schedule visits. It's difficult to guess... View More
Holding my settlement checks he never scheduled the caropractice apointments.who do I talk to I need help i never received compensation for loss of wages never got any paper work showing or explaining to me whats going on.its been 7 months now.
answered on Jul 8, 2024
If I were you, I would send a letter (not an email) requesting an office conference within the next thirty days to review your case, to discuss its current status, and to determine your case strategy moving forward.
Typically, attorneys and law firms do not schedule healthcare appointments... View More
I accrued medical expenses and tow expenses and well as getting the damaged done out of pocket
answered on Jul 3, 2024
Yes, you may have a valid claim if you can prove that the service work performed was substandard and caused the crash. It may require a vehicle inspection by an expert to provide an opinion admissible in court. You will need to prove that the work was done negligently and was a substantial factor... View More
I accrued medical expenses and tow expenses and well as getting the damaged done out of pocket
answered on Jul 3, 2024
Yes, you can sue the company that installed the brakes and rotors on your car if their negligence caused you to hit a wall and suffer medical damages.
To succeed in a negligence claim against the company, you would have to demonstrate that the company's improper installation of the... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2024
It could possibly depend on additional details. A local attorney should advise on any state-specific aspects. But as a general matter, if you mean your company is a medical office and a patient comes in while leaving their children in a car, the short answer is that it is something outside your... View More
On the paper work says nothing about euthenization but they keep telling ne she was. My strong belief is they adopted or fostered her out. That is my dog I need her she is federally registered ESA Mine Noone else's. They keep lieong to me and the story changeds I have been there numerous time... View More
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answered on Jul 2, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation. It sounds like you've been through a traumatic experience and are very concerned about your dog. Let's break this down and consider your options:
1. Documentation: First, gather all paperwork related to your dog, including her... View More
My insurance said they may be suing for more than the insurance policy covers. Possibly five figures.
answered on Jul 7, 2024
They probably advise your mom she has the right to consult with her own attorney - they often do that. It could be worthwhile for your mom to discuss the situation with an attorney - based on what property and assets she owns. Unfortunately, it could be difficult to get a clear answer in these... View More
My insurance said they may be suing for more than the insurance policy covers. Possibly five figures.
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answered on Jul 2, 2024
Based on the situation described, here's a concise overview of the potential liability:
1. Primary liability: As the at-fault driver, you are primarily responsible for damages.
2. Insurance coverage: Your mother's insurance policy will cover damages up to the policy... View More
so I have a settlement check coming, the law firm told me that the driver that hit me, has insurance that covers all bills, yet I been told by my law firm, that I have to pay $5000 out of my settlement check. Why if the law firm told me that all insurance bills where paid? Also I have $3500... View More
answered on Jul 10, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. Unfortunately, one would need to review your file to offer a definitive answer. Yes, you are partially correct in the insurance company paying the bills. But if you had an IME (independent medical exam) and were cut off by the carrier, but continued to treat,... View More
so I have a settlement check coming, the law firm told me that the driver that hit me, has insurance that covers all bills, yet I been told by my law firm, that I have to pay $5000 out of my settlement check. Why if the law firm told me that all insurance bills where paid? Also I have $3500... View More
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answered on Jul 2, 2024
I understand your frustration with this complex situation. Let me break down the issues and provide some general information that may help clarify things:
1. Insurance coverage vs. settlement:
Even if the other driver's insurance covers your medical bills, your settlement may... View More
I was driving in my neighborhood and as I was passing a construction area, a worker walked into my car and bumbed into driver side door. He was working between a truck and a construction machine and was not visible to me. Now his attorney has filed a claim that I caused bodily harm. After the... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2024
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Yes, it sounds like you have a valid basis for a defense. You should make a copy of the file and provide it to the defense attorney that your insurance company should be assigning to you shortly (if they... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2024
A Washington criminal defense attorney could advise best, if you need to discuss any charges. Your question probably remained open because car accident attorneys (the chosen category) deal more with civil damages (money for injuries or vehicle damage). You could reach out to criminal defense... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2024
SSI (Supplemental Security Income) is a needs-based program, and the Social Security Administration (SSA) considers your income and resources when determining eligibility. Here, the SSA may have seen your settlement as income, and then your total income and resources were possibly determined to be... View More
May 29, 2024. Was totalled per adjuster. Won't pay the $20,000. Wants to pay around $6,000. " What the 2010 Avalanche is worth" per the insurance company. What do I do? I wracked up my left knee that I just had replace in 2/9/24. All I care about is getting my $20,000 for my... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2024
A Wisconsin attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It sounds like an unfair outcome, but in stated value policies, there could be provisions for carrier to pay either stated value or ACV (actual cash value). One option is to review your policy with a Wisconsin... View More
I was taking out some trash, when I noticed my neighbor entering her parked vehicle. She started her vehicle, moved it
out of 1 of her 2 designated parking spaces and parked it in the other parking space. As she backed her vehicle into the parking space, I began to walk across the parking... View More
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answered on Jun 28, 2024
This is a concerning situation.
Yes, you can and should file a police report for this incident. What you've described could be considered attempted assault with a vehicle, which is a serious offense.
Steps to take:
1. Call your local police non-emergency number or... View More
I was taking out some trash, when I noticed my neighbor entering her parked vehicle. She started her vehicle, moved it
out of 1 of her 2 designated parking spaces and parked it in the other parking space. As she backed her vehicle into the parking space, I began to walk across the parking... View More
answered on Jul 2, 2024
Yes, you can file a police report for your neighbor deliberately attempting to hit you with their car.
Deliberately attempting to hit someone with a car constitutes an intentional act aimed at causing harm, which falls under the category of assault with a deadly weapon. Assault with a... View More
I was already in the left lane traveling south bound when I attempted to use a median to cross over to get back onto the interstate to travel northbound. This is when I got hit.
answered on Jun 26, 2024
A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Something doesn't sound right about what you did. If you drove over a median meant only to separate two lanes of opposing traffic, that may make you liable here. A local attorney could advise more... View More
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