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what about very chonic copd

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Barry Alan Salzman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Ms. Halsey, Unfortunately, my firm is unable to help you. We only takes COPD claims for non-smokers. It has been well-accepted science that smoking causes many illnesses and death. Smokers are now considered to bear responsibility for their smoking.       
Ms. Halsey, Unfortunately, my firm is unable to help you. We only takes COPD claims for non-smokers. It has been well-accepted science that smoking... Read More

How can I force my husband's doctor release his remains?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will likely need to actually retain a lawyer to find out WHY that is happening and to help sort the situation out. 
You will likely need to actually retain a lawyer to find out WHY that is happening and to help sort the situation out. 

How do I get rid of a homeless man in my loading dock at work?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Speak to the officer, come to court and explain your situation to the judge. I'm guessing that may help.
Speak to the officer, come to court and explain your situation to the judge. I'm guessing that may help.
I would strongly advise you to appear.  The chances of the Court relieving you of the consequences of non-appearance because your first name was slightly misspelled on a document are small.
I would strongly advise you to appear.  The chances of the Court relieving you of the consequences of non-appearance because your first name was... Read More

Can I carry a firearm in my vehicle without a CCW?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Mr. Robert Jason De Groot (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes, but you have to learn how to do it correctly and not get charged. Ask a cop about it.
Yes, but you have to learn how to do it correctly and not get charged. Ask a cop about it.
I recommend you contact an attorney to discuss the facts of this in detail.  There are several issues here, I suspect that you have a remedy to recover your damages whether against your sister or her child.     Call 303-688-0944 and ask for a free consultation as a referral from Lawyers.com.... Read More
I recommend you contact an attorney to discuss the facts of this in detail.  There are several issues here, I suspect that you have a remedy to... Read More
do you know the identify of the person who attacked you?
do you know the identify of the person who attacked you?
You can answer the Interrogatories and name the required witnesses and how they would support your position. You can then get supporting documentation and statements from these witnesses and provide to the attorney. The key is written documentation. Ed Dimon
You can answer the Interrogatories and name the required witnesses and how they would support your position. You can then get supporting... Read More

Is it legal for a private party seller to sell a car with a defective airbag if the defect is disclosed prior to sale?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes. Private sellers generally sell used cars "as is".
Yes. Private sellers generally sell used cars "as is".

Can a mental hospital refuse the parents to see their child?

Answered 10 years ago by Kevin Hunter Pate (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Hire counsel. Address the matter within the existing guardianship case.
Hire counsel. Address the matter within the existing guardianship case.

How can I file a lawsuit against a Facebook worker?

Answered 10 years ago by Maltaise E Cini (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers
You will need to file a complaint and serve the individual. Depending on what you are suing the person for will determine what court you need to file your complaint in.
You will need to file a complaint and serve the individual. Depending on what you are suing the person for will determine what court you need to file... Read More

Signing a cease and desist

Answered 10 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Possibly, it depend on the letter contents and the circumstances. 
Possibly, it depend on the letter contents and the circumstances. 
You can collect pain and suffering damages if it is found that the place of business was negligent, that the negligence caused your accident, and that you actually suffered to an extent which the judge or jury believes should be compensated.
You can collect pain and suffering damages if it is found that the place of business was negligent, that the negligence caused your accident, and... Read More

Can you get pulled over for having a flat tire ?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer
I would need to know more of the facts. If your car looked like it could pose a danger to you or others and you kept driving it, I think the police would be able to stop and inquire. I have represented many drunken drivers who were driving with flats from hitting a curb, or parts hanging from car from hitting something else, like a guard rail. Need more info.... Read More
I would need to know more of the facts. If your car looked like it could pose a danger to you or others and you kept driving it, I think the police... Read More
I don't know Utah law specifically, but in some jurisdicitons you might start the limitations period anew by acknowledging the debt.
I don't know Utah law specifically, but in some jurisdicitons you might start the limitations period anew by acknowledging the debt.

how long do I need to keep a totaled car

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Brent Allen Wieand (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You should keep it until your claim is settled or receive further instruction from the insurance company.
You should keep it until your claim is settled or receive further instruction from the insurance company.

Was eating a Twix chocolate bar, and i found a sharp nail in to the caramel bar

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You must carefully document what happened with pictures and witnesses. Were you injured ? If so, you must document with medical records. If you were not injured, you can send your proof to the company and they will contact you immediately. Ed Dimon
You must carefully document what happened with pictures and witnesses. Were you injured ? If so, you must document with medical records. If you were... Read More
Well since it sounds like you did this without a lawyer to date, its impossible to tell what you have as options and what should be done in an internet blurb. You need to retain a lawyer ASAP to examine the policy and claim and see where to go now.
Well since it sounds like you did this without a lawyer to date, its impossible to tell what you have as options and what should be done in an... Read More

How to find out if odometer was tampered with?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Dealer can tell or look at public record paperword for the numbers to go backwards
Dealer can tell or look at public record paperword for the numbers to go backwards
This may clearly be a negligence case. You should retain a lawyer to hande this for you ASAP.
This may clearly be a negligence case. You should retain a lawyer to hande this for you ASAP.

how to fire my lawyer before litigation begins?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
Fire them by saying, preferably in writing, "You're fired.  I don't want you to do any more work on my case."  Or words to that effect.  Of course, you will have to pay them for the work they do before you fire them.
Fire them by saying, preferably in writing, "You're fired.  I don't want you to do any more work on my case."  Or words to that... Read More

Do I have a case and a leg to stand on.

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you can prove that the  window was not properly repaired initially, this caused the water to leak into the trailer and this is what caused the damage to your trailer, then yes you have a case.
If you can prove that the  window was not properly repaired initially, this caused the water to leak into the trailer and this is... Read More

What is the statute of limitations for a personal loan?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
I' m not sure what the sCalifornia statute of limitations is for breach of contract (4 years if I remember correctly, but not sure), but whatever it is it runs from the date of the breach.  Since there has been no breach yet, the statute hasn't begun to run.
I' m not sure what the sCalifornia statute of limitations is for breach of contract (4 years if I remember correctly, but not sure), but whatever it... Read More

What are the laws against impersonating a cop?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by John F. Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Generally impersonating a law enforcement officer is a major crime. Call a real cop.
Generally impersonating a law enforcement officer is a major crime. Call a real cop.

Is it against the law for someone to call someone a nigger?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Edwin K. Niles (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers
Not that I know of.
Not that I know of.