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30 legal questions have been posted about automobile accidents by real users in Rhode Island. Ask your question and dive into the knowledge of attorneys who handle your issue regularly. Similar topics to explore also include personal injury, boating accidents, and nursing home litigation. All topics and other states can be accessed in the dropdowns below.

Can my father file the medical bill from the accident with Medicare or does he have to pay it by himself?

Answered 13 years ago by attorney Madanmohan Singh Ahluwalia   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Any and all medical bills which are beyond the coverage provided by the insurance of person who hit your dad are also that person's responsibility. Your dad can sue him in civil court and hold him personally liable. In the meantime, your dad should file a claim with medicare and request them to pay for these bills. If your dad had his own auto insurance, such policy might have under-insured insurance coverage too. Your dad needs a in person consultation with a lawyer. ________________________________________... Read More
Any and all medical bills which are beyond the coverage provided by the insurance of person who hit your dad are also that person's responsibility.... Read More

What can I do if I am without a car and the police wont serve the driver of the car who hit me?

Answered 13 years and 3 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
If the statute of limitations has not expired, get a Georgia lawyer and sue. The police are not obligated to serve the papers. You have to hire the process server.
If the statute of limitations has not expired, get a Georgia lawyer and sue. The police are not obligated to serve the papers. You have to hire the... Read More

can my lawyer take a percentage from the entire amount of settlement before the bills are paid? thanks.

Answered 14 years ago by John Paul Bisnar (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Usually, "yes".  Check the retainer agreement to see if the attorney's fee is based upon the "gross amount of the settlement" or the "net after paying medical expenses". We have been involved in situations where we have recovered hundreds of thousands of dollars for a client (usually policy limits and/or questioned liability) who has two to ten times that amount in medical bills.  If the attorney didn't get paid before paying medical bills there would be no attorney fee what so ever.  In those types of cases, an injured person couldn't get an attorney to collect the few hundred thousand for them if the attorney wasn't going to be paid for his work and expertise. The usual case is an attorney's fee is based upon the gross recovery, the full amount recovered. You can check with the Bar Association in RI to see if there are any special rules that apply to your specific situation. John Bisnar Bisnar|Chase, Personal Injury Attorneys Trusted Professionals, Proven Results www.BestAttorney.com 800-956-0123... Read More
Usually, "yes".  Check the retainer agreement to see if the attorney's fee is based upon the "gross amount of the settlement" or the "net after... Read More

Is it true that when a vehicle is totalled the opposing insurance co is only responsible for 10 days of rental or only until payoff is made?

Answered 14 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mr. Steven A. Schwartz   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
My practice is based in Massachusetts, and we have no such policy in MA regarding a set number of days allowed.  However, once the at fault party pays you the book value of your car, then its responsibility is over.  I would suggest the company would have no obligation to pay for a rental after that.  As far as the 10 days goes, I would call your own insurance agent and ask that question.  It seems unfair to me.  For example, if the at fault insurance company took 20 days to get you money for your car, I would argue you should be entitled to a rental car for the entire time.  Best of luck to you. Steven A. Schwartz Attorney/Partner   JOEL H. SCHWARTZ, P.C. One Washington Mall, 16th floor Boston, MA  02108 (617) 742-1170 (800) 660-2270 (617) 250-2072 fax sas@joelhschwartz.com ... Read More
My practice is based in Massachusetts, and we have no such policy in MA regarding a set number of days allowed.  However, once the at fault... Read More

how much is the total fee you handle a case,which the man was dead in an car accident?

Answered 14 years and 7 months ago by attorney Steven Fairlie   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
We normally charge 1/3 of the recovery.  If there is no recovery then there is no fee.  Steven F. Fairlie, Esq.Fairlie & Lippy, P.C.1501 Lower State Road, Suite 304North Wales, PA 19454voice: (215) 997-1000fax: (215) 997-1777steve@fairlielaw.netwww.fairlielaw.net Become a Fan of Fairlie & Lippy, P.C. on Facebook Follow us on Twitter ... Read More
We normally charge 1/3 of the recovery.  If there is no recovery then there is no fee.  Steven F. Fairlie, Esq.Fairlie & Lippy,... Read More
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