QUESTION
can a lawyer take my case on contingency?
Asked on Sep 03rd, 2013 on Consumer Fraud - Florida
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Purchased a used vehicle from dealer. Dealer lied re: vehicle having 4 new tires, 8 wks after purchasing tire tread fell off causing $3, 0000 in damage. Other issues as well, all related to fraud & deceit. I just paid $4, 000.00 down payment & $1, 000.00+ for repairs. Cant afford to "hire" a lawyer. I know I have a good case. My ins co agrees.
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If your insurance company agrees you have a good case, then perhaps they will pay for a lawyer to aid you in recovering the damages at issue or to reimburse thier payments through "subrogation." I dont share your view that you "have a good case" because fraud cases are extremely hard to prove, and much of what you described is likely "he said/she said" type things in the face of what is typically an "as is" sale. Unfortunately, this is a classic issue where a contingent fee is not likely to be available, and i would be sceptical of hiring a lawyer who would make such arrangements, unless he can clearly explain to you why he is willing to risk never getting paid for his legal work to take your case.
Answered on Sep 04th, 2013 at 5:23 PM
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