Get free answers to your Personal Injury legal questions from lawyers in your area.
I have been cleared to return to work after a workers' compensation claim. Am I required to inform the workers' compensation insurance company about my new employer if I haven't informed anyone yet, there are no continuing benefits, and there were no specific instructions given... View More 
answered on Mar 24, 2025
If you are not currently receiving wage loss benefits, you are not required to proactively inform the carrier of the new employer. If you receive reporting forms, you will then need to include the new employer in your response on those forms.
I was at work in Pennsylvania and went to a customer's house. While proceeding to the backyard, I slipped and fell on visible ice and broke my tibia and ankle. There were no warning signs about the icy conditions. I reported the incident to my employer and am currently in the hospital for... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2025
You can potentially sue the homeowner and claim workers' compensation. You will still want to claim workers' compensation to pay for your current medical bills and to provide income now since a personal injury claim may take several years to resolve. The workers' compensation... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2024
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It could depend on the complexity of the claim, their backlog, and how long it takes to eliminate the possibility of other sources of insurance. Assigned claims plans or public accident indemnification plans in... View More
now. My current lawyer seems way out of his element. Is it best to just give up? He said it is extremely doubtful that we would get any compensation from the Chinese manufacturer. My husband can’t do the job anymore that he used to do. We are sinking financially now due to him being able to only... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2024
I’m really sorry to hear about what you and your husband are going through. It sounds like a deeply frustrating and overwhelming situation. When a foreign manufacturer ignores a default notice, like the one you sent to the Chinese company, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to give up. It’s... View More
My child was injured in school and initially refused care. Was told to sit down when the teacher was informed of a knocked out tooth, blood and pain. Only after numerous attempts of informing the teacher of the injury and pain was my child brought to the nurse who was on lunch break. My child then... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2024
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I hope your child is okay. The short answer to your question is that you may also have the right to bring an attorney. The matter may have been resolved at this point, but you could reach out to Pennsylvania... View More
I have some valuable information but most of it is online and that is badly corrupted. Anything I want to show you on my phone would have to be in person and likely wouldn't be available. Still I have managed to print some evidence to at least prove a problem.
Apple has mostly... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jun 29, 2024
I understand you're in a difficult and distressing situation involving stalking and potential security issues with your devices and accounts. I'll try to provide some general guidance, but please note that this is a complex legal matter that may require consultation with a local attorney... View More
Adjuster ordered new MRI upon reading my results radiologist says I'm post cervical c3457 fusion surgery with no stenosis at any level a unremarkable exam?I followed up with the second opinion doctor the adjuster sent me to and provided him with a copy of disc He was only giving a report of... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 22, 2024
I can answer half of your question - my firm only handles workers' compensation matters, so I cannot comment on any medical malpractice issues. As to workers' compensation, it matters greatly whether you are actually at Maximal Medical Improvement (MMI). A finding of MMI can lead to a... View More
sublessee moved in, and a few months later got sick. She tried to sue the landlord, but the landlord said he owed no duty to her because the original tenant was technically her "landlord"
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 16, 2023
In Pennsylvania, the landlord's responsibility for mold-related injuries depends on the case's specific circumstances. However, landlords generally must maintain their rental properties in a habitable condition. This means they must take steps to prevent mold growth and remediate any mold... View More
I am experiencing marijuana smoke entering my home from new tenants smoking next door, which causes dizziness. I've reported this to my landlord and notified the police department and DEA online, but I haven't received any responses. There has been no direct contact with the tenants as... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Apr 14, 2025
I’m sorry to hear you're dealing with this issue. If marijuana smoke is entering your home and affecting your health, it’s a serious concern, especially if you’ve already reported it to the landlord and no action has been taken. Landlords have a responsibility to ensure that tenants are... View More
I am trying to find a lawyer with experience in adult protective services cases in Carlisle, PA. I want to arrange for someone to accompany me when visiting my mother, who lives with my cousin, due to past altercations, including a physical incident. My concerns involve the management of my... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Apr 12, 2025
To address your concerns about your mother's care and finances, it's important to find a lawyer experienced in handling adult protective services cases. You can start by contacting local law firms in Carlisle, PA, that focus on elder law or family law. They should be able to help you... View More
My car was illegally towed from my property despite no parking restrictions. Police were involved because of a local chop shop investigation, and the car was identified as "stolen" two months after it was initially towed. The police and PPA recovered the vehicle, released it, and then... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Apr 12, 2025
What you’ve described sounds chaotic and deeply frustrating, especially if your vehicle was towed from your own property without proper cause or notice. If there were no posted restrictions and you were the legal owner, towing your car without a valid reason or proper documentation may indeed... View More
I'm seeking information about whether my deceased mother’s heirs might have an actionable lawsuit for her forced retirement. She was forced to retire after 29 years at Bell of Pennsylvania and denied "time bridging," missing out on a pension increase given after 30 years of... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Apr 11, 2025
What happened to your mother sounds deeply unfair, and it makes sense that you’ve carried this question with you for so long. Being forced to retire just before a major pension milestone—especially under the threat of termination—is something worth looking into, even years later. While... View More
My wife's mother passed away in January 2025 and had an active life insurance policy with MetLife. Despite the policy's status upon her going on sick leave on December 1, 2024, MetLife denied the claim, stating the reason as 'not actively working.' MetLife sent a denial letter... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2025
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm sorry for your family's loss. A starting point could be to sit down with a Pennsylvania attorney with a copy of the policy and the denial letter, reviewing its conditions and definitions. Good luck
I accidentally misfired my gun inside my dad's rental vehicle, which caused some damage. There were no injuries. I have not yet contacted the rental company, and I'm unsure if any insurance might cover the damage. What steps should I take next, and how should I address this situation with... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2025
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. It could be worth considering a consult with an attorney to discuss the accidental gun discharge aspects of this matter - and how to address if those arise in the rental company's reporting requirements. For... View More
How long do I have to file a civil suit against someone who shot me and left me paralyzed? The shooter claimed it was an accident, but it was proven in court that a 9 mm does not accidentally discharge. The incident occurred on March 3, 2022, and there was no contact with the shooter afterward.... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2025
In Pennsylvania, the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit for a personal injury—including a shooting injury—is two years from the date of the incident under 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 5524. Based on your case, where the injury occurred on March 3, 2022, the general deadline for filing a... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2025
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You could contact the case administrator or managing attorney's office in the law firm to inquire about the status. The first thing to check might to be whether they await any paperwork from you, such as... View More
From the time and amount has been agreed upon is there a hard rule on how much time the defendant has to present the release form to the winning party?
answered on Feb 1, 2025
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney involving specific regulations, I'm not aware of strict procedural timetables when it comes to releases as a general matter nationwide. In general,... View More
I was notified of my settlement and first payment back in December. However they’ve delayed this payment for some reason. I don’t know what recourse I have.
answered on Jan 23, 2025
What type of settlement and how much are you supposed to receive?
I have pictures and photos for the least we are to notify him of anything that is broken or has a problem and I have and I have the text messages he sends people but doesn't follow up or follow through with whoever he contracts and now he doesn't care that I'm getting sick and been... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2024
It sounds like you’re in a tough spot, dealing with a serious health and safety issue due to that sewage leak. First off, if you’re getting sick from this situation, it’s important to seek medical attention immediately, and document everything—doctor visits, symptoms, and anything that... View More
I lost my scripts from the grammar coach.
answered on Oct 7, 2024
You could reach out to law firms, but I believe attorneys could be reluctant to handle such a case for you. There are often disclaimers and terms of conditions in using any program. That's only an individual opinion. You could reach out to attorneys to discuss. Good luck
Justia Ask A Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get free answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask A Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between Justia and you, or between any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions and you, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask A Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
