Car Accident Legal Questions

Sorry to hear what happened to you. Apart from contacting your insurance, you might want to contact the utility company (or perhaps the town) and let them know that the utility line is down so that other motorists do not hit it. You might also want to ask the utility company if it would be willing to pay for your property damage. Best regards, Jonathan R. Ratchik, Esq. Kramer, Dunleavy & Ratchik, PLLC www.kdrpilawyers.com... Read Answer

Yes, if you can prove that the bar establishment was negligent in not having security and that if they had security that this could've been prevented. You should retain a personal injury attorney in your jurisdiction for representation on contingency fee. Most taverns and bars have what's called limited coverage for bar fights. This means that there is only a certain amount usually $25,000 or $50,000 maximum that covers these types of injuries.   ... Read Answer

There is no enough information to determine how fees should work.  Do you if suit was filed? Do you know what the expenses are.  All those issues need to be addressed before an answer or advice can be given.   Your best option is to call your attorneya nd make an appointment to come into the office and see the breakdown of all things they claim need to be paid and have it explained to you.     ... Read Answer

Yes I think you may have a case. The hotel may argue that it wasn't their fault because you slammed the door to hard or something. How would you counter that  argument?  You should have a consultation with an attorney to explore the facts of the case in detail. Did you take pictures of the door ? Did you take pictures of your injuries?  Call me to discuss 407-616-6502, cell phone ... Read Answer

  I’m very sorry for this tragic loss. A Personal Injury attorney can undertake investigation into the matter and explore options available to your family. Choose an experienced professional to guide and advise you. One who can determine all responsible parties and insurance coverages, including any first party coverages. However, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum.... Read Answer

Hi. It looks like you are getting the run around from the at fault's insurance company. I highly reccomend that you retain an accident attorney to represent you for both your personal injury and propery damages. Insurance companies will take your case much more seriously if you do that. ... Read Answer

This is an underwriting question to be addressed by your insurance agent or finaincial planner. The obvious reasons to to have stacked coverage is UM covers only up to $500,000.00 with 2 vehicles and Umbrella UM (which I have never seen offered, as opposed to BI liability) might have different coverage provisions or benefits vs. statutory UM. As a rule insurers HATE to write UM because they are forced to provide coverage for a risk they cannot assess (other drivers) and like PIP, place them in a position where they have no "win" when a claim is made. ... Read Answer

Not under the facts presented as a general rule. Under 18 your mother is actually your guardian and there is no requirement for you to agree to anything. Depending on the settlement value there might have been a requirement to have a court approved settlement, again, if that occurred you would have little recourse. There are also issues to be addressed as to what you claim are "life altering" injuries. Whether you could sue your parent for some impropriety is a different issue, but unless she has the money to pay for what ever damages you might claim, it may simply be titling at windmills. It also depends on how long ago this all occurred. You merely mention you were 17 and not WHEN you were 17. You may need to hire a lawyer, liely at some expense,  to review the issues and go from there. ... Read Answer

Your lawyer needs to provide you with an itemized breakdown of all disbursements from the settlement proceeds. Sometimes delays occur when counsel and your medical providers are negotiating the price of their respective liens or letters of protection. If you have any Medicaid or Medicare liens, it usually takes much longer than 2 months. Ask him why is it taking so long and if he can't give you a sensible response, then file a complaint against him with the State bar of Arizona. ... Read Answer

For personal bodily injuries, if the accident happened in Kentucky you would first file a no-fault or Personal Injury Protection "PIP" claim. You would then be able to file a lawsuit within 2 years of the date of the accident or 2 years of the last payment from the PIP claim, whichever is later, but no longer than 4 years. ... Read Answer

Yes, if your parked car was hit by a drunk driver, you typically have a strong basis for pursuing a claim for property damage. If you are involved in a car accident where an uninsured drunk driver hits your parked car, you may have legal options to seek compensation for your damages. Gather Evidence - Gather the necessary documentation, including photos of the damage and any estimates for repairs. If you have surveillance footage, send it to the insurance adjuster. Negligence & Liability - To sue for the full value of your car, you would generally need to establish that the uninsured drunk driver was negligent or at fault for the accident. You would need to demonstrate that their actions directly led to the damage to your vehicle. Value of Your Car - The value of your car at the time of the accident is an important factor. If the cost of repairing the damage exceeds the current value of your car, you may be able to seek compensation for the full current value. Legalities - Seek Legal Advice for an attorney who can help you navigate the claims process and ensure that your rights are protected. They can also assist you in negotiating a fair settlement or taking legal action if necessary. In some cases, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the uninsured drunk driver to recover damages. Please be aware that an attorney-client relationship is formed only when there is a signed written agreement between you and the attorney explicitly outlining the terms and conditions of that relationship. Any communication or interaction through this platform should not be interpreted as creating such a relationship.... Read Answer