Florida Personal Injury Questions & Answers
Q: I let a person pet sit . They wont return my dog a police wont help me. What now
She got evicted played games bout her location. O found her police wont help. Hes no pure breed . And I have 4 yrs of pics along with papers stateing he is my emotional support dog. But police couldn't find her. 2 months have passed I've located her police still wont help me
If you have the location of the dog, advise the police; you may need to file a report with the police...
Q: Is electronic harassment a federal crime in Florida? I am asking for myself I am currently a victim of this harassment
These perpetrators can spy on my whereabouts 24/7 and have the capabilities of viewing my thoughts on a computer I have no other earthly idea how they do this though.
What makes you think they are doing this?
Q: Is a Dr negligent when gives a med not supposed to be taken with a Rx currently taking, causing harm?
Didn't find out about warning til next day, pk'd up Rx. Given pill at hospital initially, had terrible reaction. Has been several months, continue to have intermittent blurry vision, getting worse and more often, not better as had hoped. All meds were brought with me and documented at ED.
It is possible that the doctor would be deemed negligent in this circumstance. Schedule a consultation with an attorney ASAP; you are running out of time to make a claim!
Q: Can Congress be sued for not holding CDC accountable, writing guidelines, not in their wheelhouse, harming millions?
FDA is in charge of drugs and regulations. Congress stated that CDC had no authority to issue guidelines for pain mgmt, especially how it did so, cherry picked bias members none whom never treated pain patients, had financial conflicts! Congress stated CDC be held accountable, consequences never... Read more »
No
Q: Can my daughter's father hire a lawyer for an accident our minor daughter was in w/o my consent?
They were rear ended by a commercial semi and signed for my daughter to be represented by an attorney. She was slightly injured. He will not give me any information and obviously as her mother this is something I should be involved in. How does this work in FL and What options do I have? Her... Read more »
If your child is a minor, then the court will appoint a guardian ad litem to approve any settlement that is reached for the minor and advise the Judge if said amount is in the child's best interests. If the judge approves the settlement, said monies are placed into a trust for the child (usually a... Read more »
Q: I had 2 dogs that I rescued kept them at a my mothers house for over 2yrs I rescued them 7-8 yrs ago I lived with my fa
family member called animal control had dogs removed without notifying me... they are gone. im54 don't have kids I live in arcadia florida went to sheriffs office they said I cannot press charges against them I have over 3,000 dollars invested in them shots ,food and the time I spent with them..... Read more »
Animal control, in most jurisdictions, won't pick up pets unless they've been abused or neglected, not simply because someone calls and says, "I don't want my pets anymore." Don't know if that's the case here, but your first step is to contact animal control to ask the reason for the pick-up and... Read more »
Q: I was in a drug rehab my medical information was released by a technician to make front of me in front of other clients
happened 18 months ago
You didn't ask a question, but you apparently want to know what you can legally do about the fact that this happened to you. Also, when you say "to make front of me...", I assume you mean, "make fun of me..."
The U.S. Office of Civil Rights handles this type of complaint (for violation... Read more »
Q: How do I locate a frugal lawyer for filing court docs (Administration Letter) without opening up a whole probate case?
I need assistance to file a summary or letter of administration in Pasco county, Hudson, FL. for an inexpensive fee. There really is no estate, only a wrecked motorcycle, and an insurance claim for the motorcycle of >$4,500. For the past 4 years, my uncle resided rent-free, at my property in... Read more »
I suggest contacting a legal aid clinic. They often are able to help with cases like this. Since you're in Pasco County, Bay Area Legal Services might be able to help. Good luck.
Q: I'm about to sign papers to accept my lawsuit settlement offer but i had idenity theft issues. Someone filed taxes Under
My name and now i owe the irs as a result of they actions. Will the irs take my lawsuit until this is straightened out or will i get my money?
This is a very important question. You really need to hire a competent lawyer to advise you. Try using the lawyer you used to get the settlement; he will want his share first.
Q: I am wondering g if there are any lawyers willing to take a case where a dentist performed 2 root canals.
One tooth he broke off the entire back of the tooth. The other root canal he actually drilled to the outer core of the tooth. It is destroyed meaning pulling or implant
What damages have u suffered as a result of the dentists negligence?
Q: I had an accident at the RI airport on an escalator. Do I have a claim for damages.
I live in Florida but had the accident in RI airport.
You could possibly have a claim. You could consult with an attorney, who would likely want additional details about how the accident took place and whether you sustained injuries.
Tim Akpinar
Q: I had an accident at the Airport. I fell on an escalator. Do I have any right to a claim?
I am sorry you are going through this. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your accident, you may have a personal injury claim. You may be entitled to compensation for the costs of your medical care, your lost income, and and for your pain and suffering. If you have not done so already,... Read more »
Q: My wife was in a car accident. She was 8.5 months pregnant. The jaws of life was used to get her out of the car.
Does the insurance have to pay for 2 people on the claim? This is in Florida.
Sure, assuming there is insurance coverage, it would also cover injury to the child. If you have any other questions, feel free to call our office at (305)933-9292.
Q: No insurance. The person didn't have bodily injury coverage. After PIP, I have $16,000 left to pay. What do I do?
Do you know if you have uninsured motorist coverage?
Q: I asked a question 2 days ago and have not received an answer. Do lawyers actually respond to questions?
Yes, but it's not a priority for most, and the main reason we answer is to publicize our services and expertise so that either the inquirer or others viewing the answer will give us a call. Also, it may take up to several days for an attorney to view your inquiry and decide to answer it or not.... Read more »
Q: We own a mobile home in a mobile home part. Back in Sept. They evicted us. For a no real reason.we tried to pay our ren
They fused to take . We we're harrassed beyond belief when I figured out a scam they were making more money off us . By charging extremely high wAter bills were a result of leaks we had under our mobile home. We had a lot of evidence but the judge sided with the big money attorney. That was a n... Read more »
"... we got a letter stating the right to claim abandon property. Does this mean we get our home back. [?]"
No. Abandoned property means the mobile home, as well as stuff you left in it,
Q: I am on disability with a form of amnesia and discs herniated from neck and down. An object hit my temple area and i
have suffered migraines since, and other issues. Because I am on disability, they act like this is my fault. I did not throw something at my head and go to the ER .I need help with talking to these people who are responsible. My head injury has returned full force since this incident and nobody... Read more »
Your inquiry is vague as to who "they" are, who act like it's your fault, but it sounds like the "they" are the people that are responsible for causing the object to strike you. Your inquiry is also vague as to why you are attempting to speak directly to those people, and as to whether those... Read more »
Q: How do I sue someone in county court for medical bills and car loss value?
The individual did not have bodily injury coverage and I understand the reason attorneys not willing to take the case because of this. However, I have medical bills and car loss value I would like to claim. I understand Florida law of not being able to garnish wages, apply liens to assets, and/or... Read more »
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. We often encounter cases where there's no insurance on the other side. Do you by any chance have UIM coverage? That may be another way to approach this. Please feel free to email me directly. Thank you.
Q: If my at fault driver caused me over 50000 in bills. Her coverage is 50000 how can I get compensation
Hopefully you have uninsured/under-insured motorist insurance.
Consult with a Florida personal injury attorney ASAP.
Daniel Berman
954 764-6099
Q: Is only tylenol for a planned c section humane? The doctor knew i was on subutex and didnt plan to wean me surgury.
I feel as he didnt plan this at all causing much damage emotionaly and physically during surgury and after plus nerve damage still. I take subutex which is buprenorphine a blocker for opiates. Which can cause difficulty treating my pain. He planned the c sec. For less than 24 hrs after seeing baby... Read more »
Your question at the top is a medical question, not a legal one - but I'm guessing that you are wondering if you can sue the medical provider for medical malpractice. That starts with asking a doctor with the exact same specialty whether he/she believes the doctor who treated you did not meet the... Read more »
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