Gave her a ticket for 234.00,nothing is hinging its just cracked out. Why he stopped her she didn't need the light cause it was daytime and it does work at night when needed.
answered on Jan 28, 2018
Wow. It is faulty equipment; however, that's really odd that one would get pulled over for that alone. I have little doubt that if you go to the hearing, it will get significantly decreased or dropped based upon the fact it was day light.
In addition, though I was not at fault and did not receive a citation, my driving record is showing me at fault causing my insurance rate to increase. How do I fix this?
answered on Jan 24, 2018
In TN, you have three years within which to file and serve a lawsuit (there are some exceptions such as if the at-fault party works for a municipality...). There are a few issues i can already see such as have you gone to the doctor yet? If not, that could be an issue. You really should simply... View More
(who was deemed negligent) is arguing they shouldn't have to pay the full extent of my damages. Is this true?
answered on Jan 17, 2018
Wrong. They have to pay your comp carrier back. But hopefully you have an attorney. If not, contact Carl Jacobson in Charleston. Tell him I suggested you call.This isnt d.i.y. time.
The case was prosecuted in 2013 and was allegedly headed to mediation a few months ago. Case was strong. Depositions have been conducted this year, the claim has passed initial reviews and survived - we were looking at trial soon. Now the dismissal was voluntarily filed with the clerk without... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2017
Call the attorney's secretary,explain that you want a meeting, and if you don't receive that you will have no option other than to file a complaint with the bar.
My dad went to the hospital for his edema because it caused him to miss work. While at the hospital, they only focused on his high blood pressure and high heart rate, and once it was under control they sent him home with a mild diuretic that didn't help(he still had a lot of fluid on his... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2017
Contact a member of the SC Trial Lawyers Assn like Chuck Jacobson in Charleston,as they give free consultations.
Have documented responses from ZILLOW- they acknowledge deficiencies in their "systems" but refuse to take corrective action. WILDLY varying "Zestimates" in similar, side by side properties - and NO coherent response?? ZILLOW penalizes diligent homeowners who properly... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2017
I don't see it--it's an estimate. They can use whatever metrics they want. If you feel your property is worth more then the agent selling it for you can promote it appropriately. They aren't required to change just because you took advantage of the tax system to challenge the... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2017
You really should contact a member of the SC Assn for Justice rather than totally do it yourself. The value of your case depends on what happened, how it happened, what the reports say, what your medical records say. You have been talking to the insurance company which may have given them a lot of... View More
She was transferred directly from that hospital, by ambulance, to Duke Medical Center where they discovered the infection almost immediately. It had already become Sepsis and she died from that infection 6 days later. I can produce the medical records from both hospitals and a letter from Duke... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2017
Unlikely on the criminal. Contact attorney Carl Jacobson in Charleston. Tell him I suggested you call. He will give you a free consult, is extremely experienced. Infection cases aren't automatic liability.
If I had carpel tunnel surgeryin both hands and get her at work what I get any money besides Worker's Comp.
answered on Jun 22, 2017
I see you live in NC but you are asking about a SC claim. In SC, if your carpal tunnel injury is work related you are entitled to the following workers' compensation benefits: 1) medical treatment; 2) weekly benefits if you are written out of work by the authorized doctor; and 3) compensation... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2017
You should consult a member of the SC Assn for Justice who handles comp and injury cases. I suggest you contact Carl Jacobson in Charleston. He gives free consultations. Tell him I sent you. Generally your suit would include the amount of money comp may ask for.
I placed 2 packets of oatmeal in my purse to eat in my room. Was making a waffle and told I have to eat all food in the lobby. When I stated that I was allowed to eat it and my coffee in my room she threw away my waffle, and while I was at the front desk asking for a manager, the lady went in my... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2017
Is there a place you can go that doesn't cost as much? If so move and cancel the reservation & tell your credit card. I would contact a local attorney, Carl Jacobson in Charleston. Use my name--he'll give you a free consultation.
Ones says surgery, the other says surgery could cause death or permanent paralysis. Am i entitled to a third opinion
answered on Feb 7, 2017
You don't have to have the surgery. Contact attorney Carl Jacobsen in Charleston. He gives free consults, is super experienced, he'll steer you right. Give him my regards.
advised him that he was in violation of state Workman's compensation laws, he said he would pay the remaining 20% of what MY insurance didn't pay. said he would have legal document drawn up to cover entire injury from initial time of injury up to surgery and rehab and any later medical... View More
answered on Jan 27, 2017
Contact Charleston's pre eminent workers compensation attorney, Carl Jacobson , 823-723-7891. Tell him I suggested you call.
answered on Jan 8, 2017
Incredibly difficult to prove and at the end of it all, unlikely to get you anywhere since there is something called sovreign immunity which says that decisions of who to investigate and when are left to police departments. Discrimination on an iundividual basis, not related to race, isn't... View More
There were two guy's restocking the ice box when this happened and wet floor sign's were visible when she fell
answered on Dec 6, 2016
Request a copy of any store security video in person and send written request. She needs to follow up with her doctor. She needs to consult a member of the SC Assn for Justice--they give free consults. Walmart doesn't settle until you've shown you'll go the distance, so your mom... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2016
The person who didn't start the fight, who tried to back off. However both could be charged criminally. And if neither has money no one will get to collect.
answered on Jul 18, 2016
Some states have contributory fault laws. That means that if you are even 1 percent at fault - you could lose the case. Other states have comparative fault laws in which you could be partially at fault and still be able to pursue a case. It is my understand that South Carolina is a comparative... View More
This property was left to me by my mother's estate. SHe died without a will and I own 1/6 of the property.
answered on Apr 24, 2016
The property will likely go through a probate procedure to clear title unless there was a deed that handled the distribution prior to death. If co-owners cannot agree on the sale of property, there may be an action called a partition action to have the court decide the disposition or sale of the... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2016
They can always sue you, but unless you did something negligent they are not going to win.
Could I be held liable for his actions because the car is titled in my name? He is insured under my auto policy.
answered on Feb 16, 2016
Anything is possible. Best to have good insurance. Verify with a local 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... View More
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