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Do I need a lawyer if Highway patrol doing traffic homicide which I was involved in

Answered 5 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black | 1 Answer

So if you injured yourself in the police pursuit by either the motorcycle driver or by a police vehicle, you may have a case for damages. You should consult with an attorney here in the state of Florida about possible contingency fee representation which means you pay nothing unless you win the case. ... Read More

So if you injured yourself in the police pursuit by either the motorcycle driver or by a police vehicle, you may have a case for damages. You should... Read More

Assaulted while staying with a person and being assaulted by that person but was at time on a violation of probation order warrant

Answered 7 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black | 1 Answer

If you had injuries that were caused by his conduct, then you may have a claim for damages. A potential recovery source would be any homeowners insurance that he has on his home or renters insurance that he has if he rents. Discuss your case with an attorney here in the state of Florida about contingency fee representation.... Read More

If you had injuries that were caused by his conduct, then you may have a claim for damages. A potential recovery source would be any homeowners... Read More

My brother was attacked at BP on Vapital Blvd tiday while getting gas . His face was cut badly with a knife . Should my brother pursue legal council?

Answered a year and 3 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black | 1 Answer

Yes your brother should retain a personal injury attorney to investigate to see if there's a case. Typically, a business owner is under a legal duty to hire security guards or implement security measures If it is foreseeable that a criminal attack on the premises is likely to take place. This question focuses on the history of criminal activity that is occurring on the property or in the immediate area.... Read More

Yes your brother should retain a personal injury attorney to investigate to see if there's a case. Typically, a business owner is under a legal duty... Read More

Do I have a reason to hire a lawyer

Answered a year and 7 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black | 1 Answer

If you were cooking food then the smoke fumes are probobally the reason for the smoke detecgoing off. If you suffered no damages then you have no case.

If you were cooking food then the smoke fumes are probobally the reason for the smoke detecgoing off. If you suffered no damages then you have no... Read More

My apartment complex did not send out a notice prior to entering my apartment

Answered a year and 8 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black | 1 Answer

This is a material breach of your lease. Anytime a landlord wants to enter the tenants residence for repairs or other work related issues, landlord must give reasonable notice in advance. To enter with no notice and without knocking on the door is a blatant and material breach of your lease. A material breach like this in some states would allow you to treat the lease as over and allow you to vacate without penalty. You should speak with a Georgia lawyer for more specific advice before you vacate. ... Read More

This is a material breach of your lease. Anytime a landlord wants to enter the tenants residence for repairs or other work related issues, landlord... Read More

My dog was bitten by another dog and was injured pretty bad. How or what type of lawyers handle these type of cases

Answered a year and 11 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black | 1 Answer

In almost every state, a dog owner can sue for only vet bills but not sue for the owners emotional distress for the dogs suffering. This is because the law treats dogs as personal property and thus only economic out of pocket losses can be recovered. To all dog lovers like myself, I wish it was not so because dogs are family members. But keep looking for counsel to assist. A few states do have more legal remedies, over and above economic loss recovery remedies, for dog injuries. ... Read More

In almost every state, a dog owner can sue for only vet bills but not sue for the owners emotional distress for the dogs suffering. This is because... Read More

My mom is going to get visitor visa on behalf of me and she has intension to stay in US illegal.

Answered 2 years and a month ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black | 1 Answer

A US Citizen child over 21 can sponsor Mom if she entered the US with permission even though Mom becomes out of status. However, Mom has to tell the truth that she only wants to visit the US and return home when her visit is complete. If Mom changes her mind and wants to stay permanently after she arrives then that is permissible but she has to tell the truth. ... Read More

A US Citizen child over 21 can sponsor Mom if she entered the US with permission even though Mom becomes out of status. However, Mom has to tell the... Read More

Am I allowed to carry a handgun at 19?

Answered 2 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Howard A. Kurtz (Unclaimed Profile) | 1 Answer

Thank you for reaching out. We can only practice within North Carolina and can not provide answers for out of state inquires. Sincerely, Kurtz & Blum