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Can a person file a lawsuit now and hire a lawyer later ? If there are some reasons , they cant find a lawyer now, can they file and hire someone to help after that ? The courts said you dont need a lawyer to file. Is that true ? Thanks so much for all your help.
answered on Jan 5, 2018
The lawsuit would typically be brought in Circuit Court. While it is true you don't have to have a lawyer by law to file, personal injury is complicated, and it even takes an experienced personal injury attorney to adequately present your case if you want to have any chance of being successful.
Can Allstate alter a signed document*
My wife was rear ended by an Allstate customer. We are going through a settlement process with them. They asked my wife to sign a medical release form. My wife filled the form out, but she forgot to fill in the dates for how long back they could access... View More 
answered on Jan 3, 2018
Not if they altered but if they made it clear that was they date they received the document back...........well, you sent it to them.
If your wife is still being treated you shouldn't be settling, but should contact a member of the Va. Trial Lawyers Assn for the county where the wreck... View More
I was in a accident and there is only 1 1/2 months left to settle the claim. I have not submitted anything yet and would liek to know if I send the adjuster all the medcial bills and records, can I still settle it before the 2 years ?
They told me it needs to be SETTLED before Feb 1. 2018/... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2017
My firm website has information on handling a claim.
Look under the "Practice Areas" tab for a list of "Do's and Dont's".
If the case does not settle soon, suit must be filed prior to the two year date or the claim will be barred forever.
Do not... View More
I was turning off lee hwy left onto island rd. Light turned green half way thru a car speeding toward the light cut over to get around a suv and ran thru the light hitting the back passenger side of my car. They kept going on I stopped my passenger ck see damage. Small bump n saw they had not... View More
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answered on Dec 6, 2017
You may be able to get charges dismissed. Contact an experienced traffic lawyer for advice about the case. The lawyer can appear in court and argue that the facts are insufficient to sustain a conviction under the statute.
One person was hurt and taken to the hospital, ticket says reckless driving general: endangering others, or something like that
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answered on Nov 17, 2017
No, it will be charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor. This is punishable by jail time of up to 12 months, a fine of up to $2,500.00, and/or suspension of your driver's license for up to six months. You need to consult with an experienced traffic defense attorney. They can help you possibly get... View More
I work for the state and my truck was hit by a state vehicle. Approx 1000.00 damage. I have 1000.00 deduct. I was told i had to use my own insurance but the fault was the states and it was admitted as well as a police report. Would it be bgetter to take the dept of Corrections or the State of VA... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2017
You can use your insurance and allow them to recover their payment and your deductible in arbitration with the Commonwealth.
I was in an accident in December of last year which caused damage to my car and the other parties car. When we went to court the charge was dismissed. Now the other party is trying to sue me for $25,000. Is that possible if so does she have a case?
answered on Oct 26, 2017
If you were charged with a traffic offense, it makes no difference in the civil action whether that charge was dismissed or not.
If you are being sued, notify your insurance carrier and they will provide you a defense.
answered on Oct 24, 2017
My firm's website has a guide of "Do's and Don'ts" for handling a claim.
Look under the Practice Areas tab.
answered on Oct 20, 2017
Big question in these cases is when you knew of the bad faith. Members of the Va. Trial Lawyers Assn give free consults. Look for someone who handles bad faith cases and see what they say as to your case.
I have been served with warrant in debt claiming that I owe about 6500 to Geico Insurance.
The incident happened in June of last year. I was driving at the intersection of glebe and columbia pike in Arlington when I rear endeded in to another car at the red light. The lady in the car in... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2017
Because you were uninsured, the claim would have been paid by the other driver's uninsured motorist coverage with GEICO. They now have the right to pursue you through subrogation for what they had to pay.
If you wish to contest the damages, you should retain counsel. GEICO will have... View More
Hit him will the insurance company pay or what will happen
answered on Sep 25, 2017
If he contributed to the collision by turning and failing to yield to an oncoming vehicle, he will not be able to recover from the other driver's insurance.
The company insuring the vehicle he was operating will probably pay to repair the other vehicle. He would have to use the... View More
Will I have to pay or will the insurance company of the driver
answered on Sep 25, 2017
How are you involved? It is not possible to determine from your statement.
Was the child in your vehicle?
Were you driving one of the vehicles?
Which vehicle did you insure?
Did either driver received a summons for a traffic violation?
Report the matter to... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2017
Your question contains insufficient facts to provide an answer.
Feel free to call my office to discuss further.
what would happen only because I have my permit
answered on Sep 19, 2017
Hopefully nothing--you didn't give anyone a reason to ticket you. However the insurance may want to "rate" you and you will need to push back on that.
My son was riding a bike on a side street and lost control of the bike and ran into the back of a car scratching it with the handlebars. The owner was in the car at the time and immediately started yelling and cursing at him. She told my son that his parents would pay to get her car fixed. He was... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2017
The answer will depends on what your auto policy coverage states. You should contact your auto insurance agent or the insurance company and ask your questions about coverage.
His gf totalled my car by running into a car that had 4 people in it. My brother in law's mother was sending me a check for $250 a month to help pay off the towing bill/save up for a new car. She stopped sending the check. The gf's ticket stated: reckless driving/out of control. The court... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2017
My law practice does not involve auto accident cases. Sorry.
answered on Aug 10, 2017
Check with the DMV--they put out the regulations that codify the law on what illumation modifications are allowed.Expect it to be a "no."
Accident with no insurance. She had the car before we were married so it was totally in her madian name.
answered on Aug 10, 2017
I regret that I do not handle auto accident cases or insurance claims cases.
i turned it into my insurance because it was going to take to long to turn it into risk management. how can i get my medical bills paid for etc
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answered on Jul 25, 2017
When there is insurance and a government entity involved in a crash, you should get the representation by a qualified attorney in your area. There are notices and procedures to follow. While insurance companies and government entities should step up to do the right thing for victims, there are... View More
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