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My license got suspended even after I went to court with proof of me having insurance and paid my fines. What should I do?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Contact the Department of Safety to find out why your license was suspended and do whatever they tell you needs to be done to get it back.
Contact the Department of Safety to find out why your license was suspended and do whatever they tell you needs to be done to get it back.

How long to it take to get the lawyer petition for my kids

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
State law requires that when a child receives a settlement for a personal injury, a court has to approve it and what happens to the money. The money can only be used for the children's benefit.
State law requires that when a child receives a settlement for a personal injury, a court has to approve it and what happens to the money. The money... Read More
Do not speak with the attorney who represents the other driver. Notify your insurance company of the lawsuit. They will provide you with an attorney to defend your husband and will tell you what you need to do.
Do not speak with the attorney who represents the other driver. Notify your insurance company of the lawsuit. They will provide you with an attorney... Read More

I do not think my attorney is being aggressive enough with my case, am I wrong?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
My opinion is that you should follow her advice and go through your insurance company to get your car fixed and medical bills paid if your have med pay under your policy.
My opinion is that you should follow her advice and go through your insurance company to get your car fixed and medical bills paid if your have med... Read More
You will have to call around to find an attorney to assist you.
You will have to call around to find an attorney to assist you.

statute of limitation on filling suit against someone that damage my automobile on private property when the backed into my car

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
What is it that you want to know?
What is it that you want to know?
If she ran a stop sign, regardless of your speed, then she is at fault and liable.
If she ran a stop sign, regardless of your speed, then she is at fault and liable.

any good recommended lawyers?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Sorry, I do not make recommendations on which lawyers to hire.
Sorry, I do not make recommendations on which lawyers to hire.

My Car was totaled by uninsured driver who was driving someone else's car

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Yes you can and good luck in getting anything.
Yes you can and good luck in getting anything.
If you live in the Middle Tennessee area call me. If not, contact an attorney in your area.
If you live in the Middle Tennessee area call me. If not, contact an attorney in your area.
I wish I had an answer for you but I do not. Good luck.
I wish I had an answer for you but I do not. Good luck.

Do i still have a case after being rearended and claiming to be fine.

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Yes but you need to seek medical attention immediately.
Yes but you need to seek medical attention immediately.
I don't have an answer to your question.
I don't have an answer to your question.

I was in an accident and have no license or insurance the accident wasn't my fault the other driver had insur

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Yes they have to pay but good luck.
Yes they have to pay but good luck.

How can my liscense be revoked/suspended 2 years after my car accident?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Contact the Department of Safety and ask it of the reason for the suspension.
Contact the Department of Safety and ask it of the reason for the suspension.
If you feel that the other driver was at fault, then sue them in General Sessions Court.
If you feel that the other driver was at fault, then sue them in General Sessions Court.

How do I get the ins company suing me to release my license? How do I find out what im suppose to do?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
By contacting the insurance company and working out a payment plan to reimbuse them. They will then give you a release to get your license back.
By contacting the insurance company and working out a payment plan to reimbuse them. They will then give you a release to get your license back.
You can try filing a complaint with the Department of Commerce and Insurance. You might also trying contacting the Department of Safety to let them know that the other driver is at fault and won't fix your car.
You can try filing a complaint with the Department of Commerce and Insurance. You might also trying contacting the Department of Safety to let them... Read More

car accident on private property

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
I answer general questions of law and will not give specific advice on facts of cases similar to yours. I would suggest that you consult with an attorney.
I answer general questions of law and will not give specific advice on facts of cases similar to yours. I would suggest that you consult with an... Read More

Are their lawyers to help me fight the insurance company of the person at fault for an accident?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
You will just have to call around to find an attorney to take your case.
You will just have to call around to find an attorney to take your case.

Car was damaged pulling into a parking spot at a business, who is liable?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
The owner of the parking lot/ spot would be liable for the damage caused to your car. If that is the business owner, then the business would be liable. If the business does not own the parking lot/spot, then it would not be liable.
The owner of the parking lot/ spot would be liable for the damage caused to your car. If that is the business owner, then the business would be... Read More

what can i do

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
You need to get a copy of the accident report and consult with an attorney in your area to get further advice.
You need to get a copy of the accident report and consult with an attorney in your area to get further advice.

How do i find out if im being sued for auto accident

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
If you are being sued, you would have been served with paperwork from the court where you are being sued. You can also call the clerk of the court (General Sessions or Circuit Court) in the county where the accident happened.
If you are being sued, you would have been served with paperwork from the court where you are being sued. You can also call the clerk of the court... Read More

reckless driving

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Sorry, I do not see a question.
Sorry, I do not see a question.

what kind of lawyer do i need

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
You will have to call around in the area where you live to find an attorney who will take your case.
You will have to call around in the area where you live to find an attorney who will take your case.