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Is there a protocol or set amount payable guideline per certain personal injuries?
Example: Broken hip resulting in surgery=certain amount?
answered on Mar 4, 2024
As my colleague states, it could be difficult to obtain insurance information short of filing suit. As for your other question about guidelines for your injury equating to a certain amount, it isn't possible to do that based on the limited details. Attorneys will assess your injuries (which... View More 
Is there a protocol or set amount payable guideline per certain personal injuries?
Example: Broken hip resulting in surgery=certain amount?
answered on Feb 25, 2024
I'm sorry to read about your hip. They're not going to give it to you before filing a lawsuit. I've never seen an apartment premises liability case settle pre-suit. They're going to fight every step of the way. Your injuries are serious and you need someone willing and able to... View More
I get gaslighted/manipulated and/or lied to and video/audio recordings are the only way to protect myself in these scenarios. People say I did things i said things I didn’t. Or the other party attacks me or verbally abuses me but no one believes me because I’m a man. I don’t understand how... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
Living in a two-party consent state like Washington can present challenges when it comes to recording conversations without the consent of all parties involved. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. One option is to seek legal advice to understand the specific circumstances in which... View More
Under the WA C.I.R. Equitable Property Div rules I should have won my case, with all of my supporting evidence ALONE, but most was ommited in court. My disability medication(Humira forRA) unknowingly exasperated rare side effects the extreme ongoing 2yr stress-nuero/cognitive decline & peaked... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
In your situation, where you believe your civil and disability rights were violated in a Washington Superior Court, and you're facing an unlawful financial loss, the first step would be to consider an appeal. This process involves reviewing the trial's proceedings to determine if there... View More
The 22 year old passenger in the passenger rear seat did not want to put his belt on, and caused damage to the front passenger, and me the driver, upon collision. I am now being sent invoices from two of the passengers insurance companies that I am to pay for the ambulance fees, in the amount of... View More
answered on Jan 10, 2024
I agree with attorney Selik. If there was a policy of automobile insurance covering the vehicle at the time of the accident, then report it to them if you have not already do so. Additionally, provide them /forward them a copy of the invoices, etc. you are being sent. If there was no insurance... View More
The 22 year old passenger in the passenger rear seat did not want to put his belt on, and caused damage to the front passenger, and me the driver, upon collision. I am now being sent invoices from two of the passengers insurance companies that I am to pay for the ambulance fees, in the amount of... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2024
Hopefully you had insurance. Turn this over to your insurance. You may also want to hire your own attorney to oversee that the insurance company is protecting your interests.
If you had no insurance, hire your own attorney right away.
Just looking at attorneys who resigned and still practice in the Department of Assigned Counsel. This would mean that the Judge hires DAC to provide an attorney. Judges who are not aware of a resigned attorney are not aware of the illegal actions and these cases must be dismissed.
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
If an attorney resigns from the bar, they are no longer authorized to practice law, including serving as a court-appointed attorney. It's essential for judges and legal institutions to be aware of an attorney's current status to ensure legal representation is valid and compliant with the... View More
If shelters accommodate both men and women and aren't subjected to background checks do they need locks or night lashes on the doors of our individual units? If there's no guards no security cameras and men can walk up into any room that they want even though that there are rules stating... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
In Washington State, the specific legal requirements for shelters, especially regarding safety features like locks or night latches, can vary based on local regulations and the nature of the shelter. Generally, shelters are expected to provide a safe environment for all residents, and this could... View More
I have been taking Ropinirole for about 20 years, I currently take 4 mg a day to control Restless Leg Syndrome. I have developed a bad gambling addiction that has led me to almost end my life. I checked myself into the hospital yesterday and learned about the side effects of Ropinirole.
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answered on Dec 6, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you've faced due to your medication. The possibility of suing a pharmaceutical company for side effects such as gambling addiction associated with Ropinirole depends on several factors, including the specifics of your case and the current legal... View More
I have been taking Ropinirole for about 20 years, I currently take 4 mg a day to control Restless Leg Syndrome. I have developed a bad gambling addiction that has led me to almost end my life. I checked myself into the hospital yesterday and learned about the side effects of Ropinirole.
answered on Dec 12, 2023
I'm sorry for your ordeal in this matter. A starting point could be reach out to product liability law firms that handle prescription drug litigation. Also research whether others have been placed into your predicament. Law firms that handle such cases will often represent a class of... View More
Get him and the dog bites the individual for under a minute damage to leg would that be considered excessive force????
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
Determining whether the use of a police dog in this scenario constitutes excessive force depends on several factors, including the nature of the incident, the level of threat posed by the individual, and the adherence to police protocols.
The use of police dogs is generally governed by... View More
I could not just leave the order at the door because I needed a code from customer to finalize order. When she opened her door the big German shepherd got past her and circled around me and got between me and the gate and lunged and bit me below the kneecap. Police report was filed and I went to... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2023
You can absolutely seek damages in Washington. Washington is a strict liability state. The entire case hinges on whether that person has renter's or homeowner's insurance. There may be a speedbump because it was you and not your GF who made the delivery, but your attorney (and you should... View More
Emails phones bank accounts you name it any account it takes it over and you still actively hack my phone every day gone to the cops they’ve done nothing reached out to the tech companies nothing
answered on Jan 25, 2025
I agree with the other attorney who answered your question, but I also want to let you know that you may be able to get free help from Adult Protection Services: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services
In addition, if the police won't take a police report from you, you... View More
I allegedly tried to walk out with $2000 of clothes from Macy's. I was apprehended by 2 security staff members that hand cuffed me against a car and started punching my face, resulting in a broken tooth,a chipped tooth, and some face damage. I wasn't booked into county I was just told to... View More
answered on Jan 10, 2025
I only handle criminal offenses, I DO NOT sue people or do civil lawsuits so IF you have a claim against the city, police force etc. I DO NOT KNOW and wouldn't be able to help you. IF you get charged with a crime is where I would come in but I live in Moses Lake WA and that is a long way from... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2025
I suggest that you find a medical malpractice attorney in California, not in Washington State. You can find start by trying to find an attorney in the county where the medical practice in CA is located: https://www.calbar.ca.gov/Public/Need-Legal-Help/Certified-Lawyer-Referral-Services-Directory... View More
I had to have surgery because of a hernia, due to a failed mesh. At the time it was performed by labor and industry Dr. They did not remove the failed mesh, they reattached it and put another over it. Was that done knowing the bad mesh had recalls and not care because it was under labor and... View More
answered on Jan 1, 2025
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. The short answer is that they could be liable. But law firms would probably want to know more details about the mesh, the recall, the hernia, the surgery, and other elements of the matter. In terms of what you... View More
If she gets hurt on our property, what liability do we have. We are 80 year olds and she does mainly cleaning, but has shoveled snow for us and other jobs as they come up such as change light bulbs, taking items to Goodwill, recycling, but mostly help around the house.
answered on Dec 31, 2024
The liability for you if the woman helping you gets hurt would be the same as a guest in your house. That is to say, if a guest in your house, or a person working for you, is injured in your house, you could be liable for some or all of their medical costs (I say "some" because the... View More
I was shopping at Safeway when a worker from the meat department approached me and asked if I was going to pay for the items in my bag. I immediately started walking towards the checkout to pay, but as I reached the counter, there was no one there since it was so early in the morning. Suddenly, the... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. You could reach out to local attorneys to arrange a free initial consult. If they saw it as a matter to pursue, they could look into investigating further and retrieving any video footage. The x-rays you had... View More
I feel he was over dosed with fentanyl causing his death. What are my choices
answered on Dec 22, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm very sorry for your loss. At this point, you could reach out to attorneys in your state to discuss. Most law firms that handle such matters offer free initial consults without obligation. An attorney... View More
No citations, no police, no insuance. The driver of the car has no valid DL nor insurance. The owner was in the passenger seat and was not carrying license. And, i dont think the car is presently insured, possibly no title and unknown about registration. This happened this past weekend. What court... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2024
You need a Personal Injury lawyer, not a traffic lawyer.
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