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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
I am listed on the vehicle registration and a co-signer on the loan.
answered on Jan 9, 2025
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. In most jurisdictions nationwide, the registrant or co-registrant would be named in the summons and complaint. Although their conduct would not generally amount to negligence, plaintiff usually names them in any... View More
I need a pro bono criminal defense attorney. Will file in federal court. Someone please help me? I'm a disabled senior.
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm truly sorry you've gone through this experience. Reaching out for help is a strong first step.
You can contact local legal aid organizations that offer free services to seniors and disabled individuals. Organizations like Legal Aid Society or your state's Bar Association... View More
I had proof however workers comp would not listen to me and denied my claim as well as unemployment and this was shen COVID but I did file with the eeoc who gave me rights to sue however did not charge them with discrimination million air mechanical lied about a lot of things and I feel I was... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm truly sorry to hear about everything you've been through. It sounds like you've faced significant challenges and feel unsupported by the systems meant to help you.
Consider reaching out to local legal aid organizations or advocacy groups in Colorado that assist... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for three weeks. It isn't fully clear whether your matter involves a workplace injury or general employment law issue, based on the selected categories. The term "due process" is used loosely nowadays, but it usually... View More
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answered on Jul 8, 2024
Yes, once a victim dies, it becomes a wrongful death case. There is a time limit that ranges from 1 to 3 years after the date of death. Feel free to contact me for a free consultation.
The city provides free movie nights but doesn't have either open or closed captions for deaf attendants. So they provided a secondary accommodation by giving us an iPad that does captions separately from the movie. However, we had to hold it up in the line of sight with the big screen... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. This could be something that attorneys who work with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) would know better than most personal injury attorneys. There isn't a section here on ADA specialists - although... View More
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answered on Nov 7, 2023
The statute of limitations for a personal injury or medical malpractice claim in Colorado can start to run when you discover the injury or malpractice rather than from the date of the injury or malpractice itself. This is known as the "discovery rule."
The discovery rule applies... View More
I just met with a doctor at RMCC and he informed me that I likely had it for seven-eight years and I'm just now getting treatment for the 8 tumors I have. Do I have a case for malpractice? I feel I should have some funds to compensate for the crap I have to go through now, and expenses that... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2023
It depends on whether your PCP’s conduct fell below the standard of care.
For most men, prostate cancer screening is recommended starting at age 50. A PSA blood test is effective in screening for prostate cancer but it isn’t 100%.
Questions to ask yourself include:
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In my research, I believe that my and my spouse's IRA and Roth IRA accounts are protected. However, are our SEP and HSA accounts as well as our personal residence also protected?
answered on Sep 15, 2023
My opinion: This is a personal question that, like other insurance questions, comes down to your tolerance for risk. Generally, it's good to also consider other assets, including earning capacity. A lawyer or a doctor likely has a higher earning capacity than a McDonalds window employee or a... View More
Law enforcement nor myself was contacted
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answered on Sep 15, 2023
There is not enough info here to know anything. How was the school involved, was a teacher involved, did this occur on campus, was it a fight or just a battery, and so on? Liability depends on the underlying facts.
If your kid was seriously injured, you need to talk to an attorney that can... View More
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