Your inquiry is mysterious as to why you're asking that question online when you have an attorney currently working for you, and who should easily be able to answer that question. If you have a communication problem with your lawyer that is an obstacle to finding out this type of information,... View More

I agree with Mr. Black's answer. I don't agree with Mr. Selik's answer regarding the need to pay $$ to an independent attorney to supervise the insurance company and their attorney, unless there is some indication that they are not doing right by you. Your insurance company has... View More

While it is possible they can go after your personal assets it is unlikely. Your insurance will cover you. Get your own attorney just to supervise the insurance company and insurance defense attorney to make sure you are protected.

If you and your husband are living together under the same roof, even though the car is registered in your name, he should also be an co-insured under the same insurance policy. Turn over any summons that you get from the accident victims lawyer to your insurance carrier, and they should provide a... View More

Some of the ongoing acts you're complaining about fall under the law of nuisance (which is court case-made law, which we lawyers call "common law", not in a statute). You may file a complaint to enjoin the nuisance and possibly seek money damages. A lawyer's cease & desist... View More

I don't know the answer regarding the statutory crime victim compensation issue (maybe someone else seeing this will know) - but you left out the issue of the driver's mother's insurance. If the mother owns the car, she is liable for damage caused by her son driving the car with her... View More

Only if the person whom you wish to sue resides in Florida, which I assume is not the case here. Consult an attorney who is licensed to practice law in Puerto Rico. On the Florida Bar website, you can search for lawyers who are in Puerto Rico who are or were members of the Fla. Bar. It is likely... View More

The claim has to be made where it happened or where the person at fault lives or does business. Contact the Bar Association of Puerto Rico https://capr.org/contactanos/ to find an attorney.

However, your Florida auto policy may provide coverage for medical bills, wage loss. If your work... View More

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Different attorneys handle this type of situation differently. It could depend on how firmly the terms of the outstanding medical payments or liens have been confirmed. Since these are sometimes negotiated, some... View More

The following comments are for informational purposes, not legal advice (for which you'd need to schedule a consultation with an attorney). You did not indicate if you made the trailer. Maker = manufacturer. Generally, a manufacture of anything that causes injury or damage due to negligence... View More

It could depend on the situation. It would help if the attorney has something in writing from the lienholder. Most attorneys are interested in keeping their clients happy and releasing the funds of their awards sooner than later. At the same time, attorneys can be hesitant if they are uncertain... View More

It sounds like there is an issue of mistrust of your lawyer, who apparently did a good job of obtaining a large settlement for you. Why? Is he not adequately communicating with you regarding the reason for his/her decision to keep all funds in the trust account until the provider's lien is... View More

You need to retain a personal injury attorney here in Florida on contingency fee which means you pay nothing unless you win. The police officer’s opinion as to who was at fault for the accident is not dispositive of liability in a civil case.

You indicated that numerous lawyers have told you they cannot be of help. Did they provide the specific reasons, including principles of law and issues of proof, that caused them to decline the matter? That's step number one - to meet with a lawyer (either in person or virtually) to go over... View More

You can sue for the fair market value of the cat. A pet owner has a legal duty to confine their pet with a leash or inside a fenced enclosure sufficient to prevent the pet from escaping. You might have to address why you can’t find your cat, but the video may be sufficient to persuade a jury... View More

The dog owner is legally responsible for the vet bills, which you should first present to the owner to try to amicably resolve the matter, and if not settled, you can sue the owner in small claims court, assuming the amount is $8,000 or less. If the dog is owned by a couple, you would sue both... View More

That's a mysterious question - didn't the attorney give an explanation? That's step one. If no explanation, your friend should ask for an emailed explanation. If he/she gave an explanation, what's the problem with the explanation? Not understandable? Not believable? In... View More

It's always best to relay case developments promptly, but sometimes there are oversights. People sometime forget, they assume someone else in the office was going to handle notifications, they make a mental note to verify a lien figure so that they could be accurate in telling client about a... View More

A lawyer has an ethical obligation to adequately communicate with the client, including on major developments (which would certainly include a settlement offer), and to diligently move the case forward. However, a few weeks time between a Step A and a Step B may be reasonable and not in any way... View More

I'm sorry about your injuries. Yes, on your first question, it sounds like you would qualify for maintenance and cure. Those fast boats are usually domestically registered and do not operate under offshore flags. I can't be certain, based on the details of the post, but I would guess that... View More