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They have not returned my calls . I called twice. I going to physical therapy right now that they set up but still in pain.do I have a case?
answered on Jul 14, 2021
You do not provide enough facts to answer this question, but if you were injured on the job, then you need to consult with a worker's comp attorney in your state. If you were injured due to the negligence or fault of someone else or something in the custody or control of someone else, then... View More 
answered on Feb 27, 2020
I am not sure what the question is. Are they charging you criminally? Did you lose your job? Does or will the camera footage show any theft? Good luck.
answered on Jul 6, 2018
Anything is possible, especially if it habitual enough. However, it is probably unlikely.
I was in a car accident December 2017 at the time It was my first day on the job delivering an arrangement for edible arrangements. I was driving my own car (which was totaled) because they said their delivery van wasn’t working. My car wasn’t registered or insured. I currently have a lawyer... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2018
Ask your lawyer. Better to file under your insurance if you have collision, let them sort it out.
A storm blew down some branches—some in our yard and some across our fence and into a pond. If we hire our landscaper to cut down and remove the branches and trim hanging ones from the tree, could we be liable if him or his crew are hurt (or killed!). The work is dangerous, and we don't know... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2018
Generally you don't have liability other than for things you know about but don't tell him that aren't obvious--e.g., if you know there's a deep gopher hole near where they'll be working and one of them falls or their ladder tips, you may be liable.
Injuries: back, pelvis, hip
Defendants: driver & the company
Lost work: 1year
answered on Sep 25, 2017
Your questions raises more questions. Yes, it's possible to settle a case within 6 months. Whether you should do so depends on the nature of your injuries, the liability of the involved drivers, and the willingness of the insurance company to resolve the matter. If you have to file suit in... View More
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