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I tripped and fell on a sidewalk crack, causing injuries to my wrist, knee, and potentially my rib. The incident occurred less than 24 hours ago. While I haven't reported the issue to the city, the renter of the nearby house mentioned that people frequently trip there and that the landlord... View More 
answered on May 20, 2025
We are very sorry to hear about your accident
Do you know who owns and is responsible for the sidewalk? Is it the landlord/property owner or a local city/municipality? If this is a CGIA case, you only have 182 days from the date of the incident to put the government on notice.
It... View More
I was involved in a three-car accident in January, where another driver ran a red light. I've signed an agreement with the insurance company responsible for paying me, but they are telling me that I can't receive my money until one of the other parties involved signs their agreement. It... View More
answered on May 22, 2025
You could make a written inquiry as to the disposition of the claim. If things are still in limbo with other claimant(s), be mindful of statutes of limitations in the long run (this sounds like a recent accident, since you mention January). These types of settings could be wrapped up in a... View More
I've received a cease and desist email from a person in the UK accusing me of defamation due to comments I made on Facebook. These comments suggested that the person was stalking me and another individual, creating pages to mock us, which they have allegedly done for two years. Although the... View More
answered on May 1, 2025
UK defamation law is very different from US defamation law and much more favorable to plaintiffs, and for that reason, a British defamation lawsuit cannot be directly enforced here. An American court would have to review it (essentially trying the case over again), with the different standards that... View More
I want to know if I can sue someone for assaulting my girlfriend. A week ago, at the office, he threw a can of Zen dip at her face, hitting her in the eye socket. No medical treatment was needed. There are four witnesses to the incident, and he admitted to it on camera when he later apologized to... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2025
You probably cannot. How were you, personally, injured? Did you fear for your own safety?
Your girlfriend could call the police and they might issue a citation or arrest the assailant for assault. She also could possibly sue the assailant. But it may be hard to find a lawyer to take the... View More
A Plow truck knocked over the light pole and left the scene without reporting or moving it out of traffic lanes, which would have prevented me and other drivers from running over. We all had significant damage to our vehicles. The police on duty provided a report for this incident, and I was urged... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2025
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. The police officer was correct - you could have rights there for compensation. You ask if this would be a "shut-closed" case. That depends on the stance taken by the applicable public agencies. In response... View More
I was unwilling sprayed with a mysterious cologne by a person that I do not know and now I feel sick. I asked them to not spray me before they did, and when I asked them to stop they would not. Is this battery or assault?
answered on Dec 2, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Under common law tort principles (civil law), it would be battery, which involves an intentional harmful or offensive contact, directly or indirectly. Colorado criminal defense attorneys could better advise how... View More
signed a settlement agreement for my car accident and requested the payment to go into my Trust account. I had made the insurance company aware of this and the agreement states, "Claimant states her desire to have the settlement check addressed to her Trust account." Then 12 days later... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If you were represented by an attorney, they would be in the best position to answer, based on having the file.
Without knowing more details, it's possible the directive to use the trust account may... View More
The doctors said if the infection isn't in the bone they can save his finger, but he has to hurry to treat it. Now the hand specialist rescheduled him 3 weeks away and by that time the infection will probably reach his heart. It's like these doctors don't care about him. Do we have a... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but you express urgency in your post. Yes, it's possible you could have grounds for a lawsuit if he loses his hand or finger. But that would be a mess to sort out after the fact, and it could drag on for years in court.
The more practical approach... View More
While driving in traffic, a driver brake checked me and parked their vehicle blocking any forward movement of my truck on the roadway. They exited driver side of their vehicle and proceeded verbally attack me. The driver began moving in aggressive mannerisms and and reaching into their vehicle. I... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2024
How lucky an officer was nearby! I would still file an accident report for insurance purposes. I would also let your insurance know what you indicated here: that you were in fear for your safety and drove away from an unsafe situation. They can determine culpability for the damages. You may also... View More
While driving in traffic, a driver brake checked me and parked their vehicle blocking any forward movement of my truck on the roadway. They exited driver side of their vehicle and proceeded verbally attack me. The driver began moving in aggressive mannerisms and and reaching into their vehicle. I... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2024
You've probably placed your insurance carrier on notice already. This enables them to anticipate any future claims for property damage or bodily injury. Based on the circumstances, the average person would probably find your actions justified, since they were based on reasonable fear and not... View More
The patient never made a will, nor had a POA. Her immediate family was involved throughout.
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answered on Apr 29, 2024
Based on the information available, it appears that a nurse in Colorado cannot legally stop life support on a patient without the family's consent. The Colorado End-of-Life Options Act provides a path for terminally ill patients to receive aid-in-dying medication from their physicians, but it... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2024
A Colorado attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for a week. Every state's small claims sections have different rules, but in general, small claims disputes don't usually involve expert testimony. The cases tend to be straightforward, courts want to move them quickly,... View More
My wife was killed by a reckless driver. At fault driver's policy limit is 50k. Insurance has offered 50k. Can I negotiate a larger sum through insurance
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answered on Feb 12, 2024
That is just the amount the insurance will pay on behalf of the driver. But the driver is still liable for the full extent of damages that they caused regardless if the insurance will only pay 50k. You most likely need to determine if the driver has additional assets such as houses, cars, bank... View More
I've been discriminated against illegally by an entity within the local , county , state , federal government or military Psyops Units. I'm microchipped, transmitted illegally. All areas of life 24/7 for the past 5-6 years. Gangstalking , gangplanking and other illegal military tactics... View More
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
If you believe you are being targeted and discriminated against, especially due to your mental disabilities, it's important to take steps to address this. The first step would be to document any instances of discrimination or harm you've experienced. This includes taking note of dates,... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
You will need an answer from a Colorado attorney. That said, I would get that answer as soon as possible because, at least in New York (my State of practice) and many other states, the time it takes to "discovery" malpractice does not necessarily stop the clock for limitations purposes.... View More
Can I take legal action against someone who filmed me without my consent at my workplace in a pharmacy in Colorado? He plans to post the video to an audience of 1.3 million people, which may include HIPAA violations of other patients. Despite my request not to film, he became upset due to waiting... View More
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answered on May 16, 2025
Yes, you may have grounds to take legal action based on what happened. In Colorado, filming someone in a private setting like a workplace without consent can raise serious privacy concerns, especially if it captures interactions that involve health information. If the video includes patients or any... View More
I work for a company that owns vehicles, which are only driven for work-related purposes. There's a policy stating employees are financially responsible for repairs if they're at fault for any damages. If an employee deliberately damages a company vehicle, can the employer legally hold... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
If an employee deliberately damages a company vehicle, the company can generally hold that person financially responsible — especially if there’s a written policy stating so. Deliberate damage is not just a policy violation; it could also be considered misconduct or even criminal damage to... View More
I want to know if an attorney is required to assist with filling out and filing a Standard Form 95 (SF-95) for an inmate. The inmate has suffered a permanent injury while in BOP custody, which has not been medically treated. All administrative remedies have been exhausted, and there has been a... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
You do not need an attorney to file a Standard Form 95 (SF-95), but having one can be helpful if the claim involves complex medical harm or if you’re unsure how to calculate damages. The form itself is used to start the process of a Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) case, which is the legal path for... View More
I was hired as a maintenance worker and my girlfriend to manage a hotel, and we moved to a new city for these jobs. After receiving one paycheck, I injured myself while working on an urgent task. When I sought workers' compensation, the owner denied ever employing me despite text messages... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What you went through is deeply unfair and could involve multiple legal violations. If your employer denied your workers' compensation claim but you have written proof of tasks and job duties, you may still be able to pursue a claim. Employment isn’t always defined by paperwork—text... View More
I experienced a blowout on one tire of my e-bike while downtown and asked a nearby business if I could leave it there temporarily while I searched for a replacement tube. They agreed and assured me it was not a problem. I updated them before their closing time, telling them the tube was hard to... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What happened to you is incredibly frustrating, especially since you took the time to communicate with the business and trusted their word. Even without a written agreement, there may still be a legal basis for holding the business partially responsible. When they agreed to let you leave the e-bike... View More
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