answered on Apr 29, 2017
You can but you will likely get more for your other injuries just because it's difficult to prove migraines and also they can come from a variety of sources. Contact a member of the NM Assn for Jucstice--they give free consultations.
it took them 5 days to get me to arraignment then the judge set my bond at 5000 cash or assurity which i made bail and bonded out of a facility i was never booked in to. can i file charges against the facility for kidnapping and violating my due process rights?
answered on Mar 31, 2017
Not kidnapping but possible civil rights. Contact the NMex Civil Liberties Union. Ask for one of their "cooperating attorneys" who handles "police misconduct" situations.
I am permanently disabled from a motorcycle vs. drunk driver in a van in 1986, where I received multiple serious injuries and came very close to death. Leg tore to shreds, vertical fracture of my pelvis (split in half), crushed hand, broken arm. I worked hard to recover and rehabilitate, all the... View More 
answered on Mar 29, 2017
Short answer is no. Courts don't tell administrative agencies what to do, and it's within their discretion. However, if your problem is getting a rehab plan or similar going, you will want to contact a group that deals with pain like the cancer socieity for your state, etc.
I was injured in an auto accident about 1 year ago. I have progressed through doctor appointments, physical therapy and cortisone shots and still have remaining pain and limited motion. The insurance company wants to settle the claim. I need to understand what might be a fair settlement.
answered on Feb 10, 2017
There are many factors that go into what a fair settlement will be--and, every case varies. It seems you have had extensive medical treatment, but you have unresolved issues as well. There are many issues you need to weigh before coming to a settlement with an insurance company. You also have to... View More
are at fault?
answered on Feb 1, 2017
I think you are asking whether an arbitration is preferable to a jury trial. Arbitrations are typically much less expensive, quicker and easier than a jury trial. An arbitration is typically done before a single arbitrator or group of arbitrators and is typically completed in less than one day.
I had pain for 7 Weeks and was 6 Tims by physical therapy because my doc said a spine disc make pressure on my nerve and headache and neckpain.e. usaa offers 250$ pain and suffering money.is this realistic?
answered on Dec 12, 2016
No, but you were doing it yourself. Contact a member of the Fla. Justice Assn--they give free consults.
I had pain for 7 Weeks and was 6 Tims by physical therapy because my doc said a spine disc make pressure on my nerve and headache and neckpain.e. usaa offers 250$ pain and suffering money.is this realistic?
answered on Dec 12, 2016
No but that's why you need an attorney. You've tried the do-it-yourself bit. Now contact a member of the Florida Justice Assn.They give free consults.
answered on Nov 21, 2016
Worry about the case, not the cap. Don't even focus on punitives. Get a consult from a member of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Addn and Foundation--they give free consults.
because she moved to New Mexico. Is there a statute that makes that ok, or do we have a legitimate cause? We have a mediation set up for later this month, but I want to be sure that we aren't kicking a dead horse.
answered on Oct 13, 2016
I assume you have an attorney. Your moving doesn't have squat to do with an injury claim as long as she got follow up treatment which documents she stillhas issues.
IF you don't have an attorney at least get a consult with a member of the Montana Trial Lawyers Assn --they give free consults.
Is it my responsability?
answered on Oct 4, 2016
Likely no, but report it to your homeowners insurance (& car insurance) just in case--let them deal with it.
If they stuck their hand in, likely you are not guilty of anything, Over the top is a bit different, possibly, depending on what they were doing. Hopefully you don't have a... View More
I use the notes of decision and the committee commentaries for each New Mexico statute and rules annotated to compare case laws already decided by the New Mexico courts to formulate and support my arguments however I can't find them online with the case laws that I search for please give me... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2016
I am confused by your question. If you are a lawyer or paralegal, you would already know how to do legal research, and would not be asking the question. If you are a pro se litigant, you can find a great deal of information right here at Justia (and some other sites, as well). You mention... View More
If I have to go to a hospital can i refuse medical treatment
answered on Sep 20, 2016
Get it seen to. Why? Because unlike health insurance there's no deductible or copay. If the burn gets infected you'll pay;.
not sure why the reticence but get it checked out.
I have releases/legal docs for both LPCC and hands-on healer. Concerned if there is a liability with the State Board, Scope of Practice, Insurance Companies, asking and quoting/sharing hand-on healing results and testimonials.
answered on Aug 21, 2016
Look at what boards govern what activities. Problem is when you collect money. Need to see how your state treats such things-with all the crystal therapy etc should be some statement you can use stating that none of it is medically prove, that if they continue to have symptoms they should follow up... View More
I put a roadside memorial for My Beloved Nephew in Feb.of 2016,& 4months(July 2016)later it gets tooken down. I don't know why! But I have lived in Abq.4bout 9-10 yrs. and Iv seen plenty of'Descansos'up 4plenty of yrs.I always admired the love & respect the families... View More
answered on Jul 16, 2016
Probably it is on private property and they don't want it? You don't have a right to put up a memorial anywhere someone dies. On county or state roads they can allow them but aren't required to.
Co admitted kneeing me ive got 9 days left to put a tort claim in and i got medical records and police report and incident report but I don't know who tip send it to state county city i need help please
answered on May 7, 2016
You should reach out to a private attorney for a consultation so that you can be advised on what you need to do and what types of claims you may bring. Many attorneys offer free consultations.
answered on Apr 26, 2016
You would need to provide more details. While a tort claim is probably not the avenue, there usually is a process for taking inventory and providing a receipt of voucher of property taken. There can be many breakdowns in that process. Alternatively, depending on the facts, the property might be... View More
The person in question was walking to a communal mail box and there is about 3-4 feet of space between the wall and mail box. He got too close to the wall and was bit. The dog has never bit anyone before and has been located in the same part of the yard for over 2 years--so the person being bit has... View More
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answered on Apr 24, 2016
It appears that New Mexico does not have a dog bite statute in place for strict liability. The dog bite victim will need to show a prior dog bite OR negligence on the part of the dog owner. The victim could argue that you knew or should have known of the dog's aggressiveness and dangerous... View More
My mother tripped over the parking lot curb stop because a piece of re-bar was sticking up. She broke her teeth, shattered her nose and now her vision seems to be impaired.
answered on Mar 16, 2016
This would be a premises liability case, and like most personal injury cases, attorneys tend to handle these on a contingency basis. That means you should not have to put up money up front (be cautious if an attorney asks, as that would tend to indicate they do not feel strongly about your chances... View More
This injury caused her to be absent from school for about 3 months.
answered on Feb 12, 2016
More information is needed. Talk to a local personal injury lawyer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2015
Police report? Insurance report? Lawsuit? Incident report at a store? Incident report at work? More information is needed to answer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal... View More
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