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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Animal / Dog Law for New Jersey on
Q: Dog attack incident with owner "agreeing" to pay my medical bills. What paperwork should I give her?

My dog was attacked and I was bitten (in Florida) when a woman let her dog run out of the house unleashed. She supposedly agreed to pay my urgent care bills. I sent her the bills and she insists on seeing my medical records from the facility. The records indicate that they are private and should... Read more »

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Mar 26, 2023

If you were attacked in Florida, then you need to retain counsel here in Florida. Your medical bills wont cover your pain and suffering damages, which they also would need to pay. If they rent or own a home, the dog owner is most likely covered by a liability insurance policy. Don't settle for... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence, Family Law, Federal Crimes and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: What recourse do I have because my partner has been financially, emotionally and psychologically abusing me for six year

He convinced me to sell my house in brooklyn and now the money is gone and I owe the IRS. He makes me feel worthless and blames me for everything, I am severely depressed and have anxiety disorder because of all this. I feel like I can't do anything.

Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Mar 22, 2023

You really need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney with extensive domestic violence trial experience to obtain a Final Restraining Order against him. With modern technology, you can be represented by any high-quality attorney in New Jersey irrespective of geography. Pick the best... Read more »

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2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Could you file a suit against your homeowners insurance for domestic violence/injurY/PTSD, endured while living in home?
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answered on Mar 22, 2023

It's unlikely your homeowner's insurance would cover you for the results of the intentional acts of others, including what you suffered at home. You should contact your health insurance provider to cover expenses related to your injuries and any follow-up treatments and/or ongoing... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for New Jersey on
Q: Could I have a case against an oral surgeon who cracked a healthy tooth because he was in a rush?

Tooth got cracked during a routine wisdom tooth extraction when the surgeon was removing a seperate tooth fragment. The whole procedure took maybe 5-10 minutes and he was in a rush the whole time

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Mar 11, 2023

You have a potential case.

Medical malpractice means that a doctor/dentist violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did.

Due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, the extent of your injuries...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: We are a restaurant and one of a staff caused dropped hot oil on the customer's leg. He sent us a cost break down of how

much the bills came out to be. It includes medical bill, doctor bill, his whole outfit and lost wage for 1 day. But the question is that the most of the medical bill was paid off with customer's plan discount. Out of $2000, $1700 was plan discount, $300 was amount owed, and the copay was $100.... Read more »

Gerald D. Siegel
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Gerald D. Siegel
answered on Mar 11, 2023

There is no set rule for restaurants in the situation you describe. It sounds like you made a settlement with this customer in terms of a "plan discount". While it is honorable that you are taking care of the situation, there is nothing that you have described which gets you to a formal... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Can a drug/alcohol rehab facility in nj have hand sanitizer with alcohol in every place and blame covid
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 26, 2023

I'm not aware of any legislation that addresses the matter at this time. The issue has been recognized, and non-alcohol sanitizers have been implemented in some places. But it may be up to public health agencies or lawmakers to institute industry-wide measures. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: What is a typical settlement for a pedestrian accident. Pedestrian did not cross at marked crossway. Pedestrian suffered

suffered 3 broken ribs and gash to the head. Pedestrian is on SSI and Medicaid. Does not want to lose that

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 23, 2023

It's difficult for anyone to offer a guess on a typical settlement. Each case could be different, depending on injuries, impact on the person's daily life, liability of motorist, and contributing liability of pedestrian. There could be other factors as well, such as the insurance carrier,... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Can any civil attorney help me with a police misconduct case?

I am currently living in Jersey City, NJ. In Nov 2021, several NJ state police officers searched my home ("Unit #1") and arrested me for two possessing/distributing criminal charges. During the search and arrest, the police officers didn’t show me neither the search warrant nor the... Read more »

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Jul 23, 2022

Yes a civil attorney can help you but unfortunately most will require you to pay a retainer and pay their hourly rate. A few that I know of will reduce the hourly rate if you give them a percentage of the case but they are few and far between.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Landlord - Tenant for New Jersey on
Q: What can I do about my neighbors chain smoking? It is affecting my health.

I am posting this again because I cant find help anywhere and I am constantly dealing with ear infections.I live in an apartment. I have had an issue for a year now with my neighbors chain smoking.They recently did renovations on all of the apartments. It made it worse.They did not do a good job... Read more »

Morris Leo Greb
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Morris Leo Greb
answered on Jul 19, 2022

Speak to an attorney about filing a complaint against the landlord based on a claim that the lease provision of quiet enjoyed is being breached. If you cannot afford an attorney, consider filing a pro se complaint. This means you are representing yourself. You can find the procedure for doing this... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Advice, I reIcently started riding my bike w/helmet only crossing roadways in crosswalks in nj and most cars do not stop
Howard Lesnik
Howard Lesnik
answered on Jul 1, 2022

There is a law that motor vehicles must stop for pedestrians i crosswalks. Bicyclists are required to walk their bicycles across the street in crosswalks. If you are walking your bicycle and see a car that is not going to stop for you, try to take a picture with your cell phone if possible and... Read more »

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3 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Am I entitled to any money for being hit by a drunk driver/watching my driver diein a car accident when I was 15 in 2019

In November 2019, I was 15 (I’m 18 now) and was behind the passengers side of a Lyft driver. Is was around 3am and we got hit by a drunk driver on the highway. I watched my Lyft driver die and that was the last thing I remember. I woke in the hospital with a scraped knee, a broken rib and a... Read more »

Gerald D. Siegel
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Gerald D. Siegel
answered on Jun 30, 2022

I'm sorry that you were involved in such a traumatic event.

You have until your 20th birthday to file a lawsuit against the responsible party, otherwise you will be permenantly barred from any potential recovery. With the time that has passed, you should not wait until the last minute....
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3 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Am I entitled to any money for being hit by a drunk driver/watching my driver diein a car accident when I was 15 in 2019

In November 2019, I was 15 (I’m 18 now) and was behind the passengers side of a Lyft driver. Is was around 3am and we got hit by a drunk driver on the highway. I watched my Lyft driver die and that was the last thing I remember. I woke in the hospital with a scraped knee, a broken rib and a... Read more »

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Jun 29, 2022

Yes you should be able to recover some money for your injuries, but you need to find a lawyer immediately because the normal statute of limitations (time you have to sue) is 2 years. Since you were a minor this time could be extended but not for long. You need to call one of us personal injury... Read more »

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3 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Am I entitled to any money for being hit by a drunk driver/watching my driver diein a car accident when I was 15 in 2019

In November 2019, I was 15 (I’m 18 now) and was behind the passengers side of a Lyft driver. Is was around 3am and we got hit by a drunk driver on the highway. I watched my Lyft driver die and that was the last thing I remember. I woke in the hospital with a scraped knee, a broken rib and a... Read more »

Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on Jun 29, 2022

Whether you are entitled is only half of the battle. Your statute of limitations is running out quickly. Normally it is 2 years but becuase you were a minor, it was suspended. You need to contact counsel asap.

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Employment Law and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: A county roads employee being sued for injury damages from an MVA while at work. Is he entitled to indemnification?

The county (employer) disciplined the employee. It’s not his first accident. The county denied intent to legally represent and/or indemnify.

Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on Jun 14, 2022

I believe the employee, if accident occurred while in his employment, would be entitled to coverage from the county. I recommend filing a title 59 notice if you are the Plaintiff. The time for this to be done is short, so speak with counsel.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: Hi, can you sue a fast food restaurant for having unsanitary and/or wet floors? Even if I didn't fall or get sick.

Or maybe if I did fall but did not get hurt.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 10, 2022

What would you sue for? The standard is actual damages, not damages that could have been. There would need to be an actual fall and actual injuries. In the second part of your question, where you mention falling but not being hurt, that would suggest no damages. When people sue, they generally seek... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: My 3.5 old grandson has a speech delay and is autistic in 6 months he had 3 head injuries in school what can I do

My grandson had for the third time a lump on his forehead after school on Wednesday April 27th I did approach the teacher and ask her what happened her answer she is not aware of the head injury I'm not sure if he was left unattended or if he fell,hit or was pushed my grandson don't... Read more »

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 29, 2022

I'm very sorry for your grandson's injuries. I hope he is okay. You could reach out to attorneys to try to arrange a consult. If this is something you wish to explore further, the faster you move, the better. If there is video evidence, some devices do not retain data very long. Further,... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Personal Injury, Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for New Jersey on
Q: If a judgement was rendered on a matter that I failed to submit an answer, do I have any option to appeal?

I received a summons and failed to provide so answer in the allotted time. A judgment was rendered and I have not satisfied it. The judgement was regarding an accident I got into in 2019, I was uninsured at the time. There were only paint scratches to the other person’s car, but they sued me for... Read more »

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on May 23, 2023

Depending on how long ago it was, you may be able to file a motion to set aside based on excusable neglect.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: What kind of lawyer handles theft by a towing company?

My vehicle was towed in NJ and a few weeks after getting the vehicle back when opening the back of the truck there were over 10K of mechanic tools that were stolen. What kind of lawyer handles this kind of case and how long can you file suit?

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Apr 4, 2023

Generally you would want a civil litigation lawyer to handle this type of matter. But even if you call the wrong lawyer many times they can refer you to someone who does.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, Civil Litigation and Municipal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Personal Injury Lawsuit, filed in the wrong County, can I get it tossed out?

Hello, I have a personal injury lawsuit on my hands due to someone falling on my property and having injury due to them not following my walk way and cutting across my property/lawn while working for a Big company. The Case was filed in Superior Court; Civil Division, but in the wrong County.... Read more »

H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.
answered on Nov 7, 2022

Yes if you have a lawyer you should definitely advise him of this fact.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for New Jersey on
Q: I was charged with simple assault. Due to an car accident. I didn't intentionally hurt the person. I fell asleep.
James A. Abate
James A. Abate
answered on Mar 31, 2022

This is actually an interesting issue. What was the intentional act? Police can say you intended to operate the vehicle in a sleepy state, unless you are a narcoleptic. If the sleep suddenly and without warning came upon you (bit into a magic apple perhaps) then you may have an argument that you... Read more »

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