Lyaman F. Khashmati Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 6, 2025

Your employer is generally not allowed to demote you just because of work restrictions from a workers' compensation claim or because you filed such a claim. This is considered retaliation and is illegal. However, employers may demote employees for reasons unrelated to the claim if they can... View More

There is not enough information to provide an exact answer. For me the question is whether or not your husband has reached maximum improvement, or if he still needs time to recover. If the work restrictions are not permanent, then your husband is still entitled to wage loss paid biweekly if the... View More

Michael R Trust Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 6, 2025

Hello. Your husband's employer is required to engage in the interactive process with your husband for the purpose of determining whether or not a reasonable accommodation can be made, given the doctor's work restrictions. There are a variety of factors that go into this. Requesting... View More

Doordash or its insurance carrier should have got a release from the other party and should defend this lawsuit in your behalf. They should retain an attorney for you.

It is unclear why your insurance denied the claim, but if Doordash can't be contacted you could also demand that your... View More

Your UIM comes into play... if... your 3rd party recovery is less than the limit of your UIM coverage (e.g. $300K). So if your recovery is $100K from another driver, then your UIM would cover the balance between the two policies (e.g. $200K). However, if you receive a $1mil. settlement... (or any... View More

There is a lot that is not included in the question. I don't know what your lawyer was considering, or what the deeper facts are that may influence a decision. If the UIM gets you the policy limit, total settlement of money available to claimant(s) is $300,000, apparently, inclusive of the... View More

John Rajaee Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 5, 2025

I’m very sorry for your loss. To answer your question, yes, but only under certain conditions. In California, you can make an underinsured motorist (UIM) claim after the at-fault driver’s liability limits have been paid out and your claim against that driver is resolved. UIM coverage isn’t... View More

This is a difficult and frustrating situation. Fortunately, it is more recoverable than a child born with defects or other problems. However, this is more a medical question than a legal one. The legal measure is "generally acceptable standard of care within the nationwide legal... View More

Of course the person can be arrested if the circumstances show the commission of a crime. In some instances the police may delay an arrest by Baker Acting the person to a facility. In other instances the person is taken to jail. The existence of a past mental health history may be raised as a... View More

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answered on Nov 4, 2025

Under Florida law, engagement rings are considered conditional gifts given in contemplation of marriage. If the engagement is broken by the recipient, the donor can usually recover the ring or its value. In this case, you paid $5,000 to your future father-in-law for the ring, and the daughter broke... View More

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answered on Nov 4, 2025

Immediately consult a California medical malpractice attorney, as time if of the essence. To pursue a personal injury claim for the medication error, all medical records from the hospital, including prescriptions, dosage logs, progress notes, and lab results should be gathered. Preserve evidence of... View More

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answered on Nov 3, 2025

Unfortunately, you probably do not have any good options. The bankruptcy filing (either chapter 7 or 13) stays any efforts you take to collect a payment from the debtor, including your potential small claims action, so there is no point in proceeding with that lawsuit. Since the person who hit you... View More

Michael J. McConnell Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 3, 2025

Generally the answer is yes: you can still typically get workers’ compensation benefits in New York even if you were fired, as long as your injury is work-related and you’re still disabled because of it. Being fired for misconduct doesn’t automatically stop your benefits. The key thing that... View More

Sounds like an extremely difficult situation. Assuming you are eligible, you could ask your employer for information regarding Paid Family and Medical Leave ("PFML"), which you may qualify for to address your own serious health condition. The Department of PFML makes the ultimate... View More

Charles Candiano Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 3, 2025

The sole distinction between a nurse practitioner and a medical doctor is that a medical doctor can perform surgery, whereas a nurse practitioner cannot. In practice, neither do. Accordingly, a nurse practitioner has the legal authority to prescribe or discontinue any medication at any time.... View More

Aimée Robert Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 5, 2025

Under Texas law, as the surviving parent, you are generally presumed to be the most appropriate person to have custody of your child. This presumption applies even if the child primarily lived with the other parent after divorce, unless there are extraordinary circumstances such as abuse, neglect,... View More

I encourage you to invest in hiring a creditor rights and / or real estate attorney in the municipal court jurisdiction where the apartment is located. If you decide to go it alone you should read Chapter 5321 of the Revised Code (The Landlord-Tenant Act) carefully and bring an action for the... View More

John Cucci Jr. Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 2, 2025

Sounds like a terrible situation.

If your "friend" is not in support of this legal question and inquiry, nothing can be done for him.

But, if he wants them to go, he needs to man-up and tell his girlfriend she needs to contribute to cleaning, paying bills, and if the feces... View More

I think he has many options without risking his home.

First, as the owner of the home, he has the legal right to not allow animals other than service dogs and ESAs. If the animals belong to someone else, he should give them 30-days advance written notice to remove the animals from the... View More

Aimée Robert Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 5, 2025

Yes, in Texas (and most other states), you are legally required to remain at the scene of a motor vehicle accident, regardless of who caused the collision. Under Texas Transportation Code §550.022, a driver involved in an accident resulting in injury, death, or property damage must:

1.... View More