Personal Injury Legal Questions

As my colleague pointed out, you may have two cases. The first is against your employer for workers comp. The second case may be against the property owner where you fell if your injuries were caused by that property owners negligence. Reach out to a personal injury attorney to evaluate both claims. If you need help finding one, reach out to one of us on this platform. One of us would be glad to help.  ... Read More

It’s extremely difficult to find an attorney who will pursue a case against an at‑fault party when there’s no insurance coverage. Most lawyers won’t take a contingency case unless there’s insurance money to recover, and even smaller solo firms may hesitate. Also remember that when an insurance company pays policy limits, they always require a release, and that release covers both the insurer and their insured. Before taking any further legal action, you should carefully review the release the insurance company is asking you to sign.... Read More

You may have a claim. However some arenas have the customer sign a waiver and assumption of risk contract when you patronize their business. Courts have held these contracts enforceable depending on the language. Reach out to an attorney to explore the facts and language of the contract. ... Read More

I would recommend you contact a work injury lawyer in your area ASAP. Work comp laws and case values can vary greatly from state to state. Further, there could be notice requirements that need to be complied with in Alabama, or in whichever state that your work injury claim can be pursued.  Disclaimer: Please be advised that this response does not create an attorney-client relationship, and you should contact a lawyer licensed in your state to discuss your specific situation.   ... Read More

If the property owner knew or should have known about a dangerous condition on the premises, and that hazard was not open and obvious to a child acting reasonably, they may be liable for your child’s injuries. To preserve the claim, you should photograph the hazardous condition as it existed at the time of the incident. Then consult with a Florida personal‑injury attorney to evaluate the case and discuss the possibility of contingency‑fee representation, which means you pay nothing unless there is a recovery. This platform prohibits attorneys from soliciting your case, but you can research our backgrounds and reach out to one of us here in Florida.       ... Read More

I agree with the point Mr. Black is making; what will be the source of payment to compensate you for your injuries/damages?  From your synopsis, it sounds like your damages are substantial.  I assume the defendant's story would differ from yours, but assuming liability (fault) is admitted and damages are proven, there still has to be someone with the ability to pay you for it to be worthwhile and make sense to pursue the claim.   That "someone" would usually be an insurance company that migh provide coverage for premises liability for a mall or apartment complex, for example. If you can provide more specifics of how and where the injuries happened, it would help to evaluate the claim.   ... Read More

I believe that there is a good case here in light of the fact that there was probably lack of supervision that would constitute the negligence on behalf of the school district. This would be a claim against a governmental, entity and short statutes and time periods must be complied to preserve a claim. Additionally, if the case is successful, and a recovery is obtained, it must be approved by the court, and placed into an annuity for the benefit of your child until he reaches the age of 18 years old. You should retain an attorney on contingency fee, which means you pay nothing unless you win. If you need help finding an attorney in your state, one of us on this platform would be glad to assist you at no charge.... Read More

If this happened in a home you own, it’s generally difficult to bring a negligent security claim against a third party like a landlord or property manager. Those cases require proof that the property owner knew the crime was foreseeable and failed to take reasonable security steps, a theory that usually doesn’t apply to a single‑family home you control. Your main civil claim is typically against the perpetrators, or any third party who may be legally responsible for them through an employer employee or similar agency relationship. This platform doesn’t allow attorney solicitation, but you’re free to review the profiles of the lawyers who answer here and contact one of us prto see whether your situation supports a viable civil case under Florida law.... Read More

Unfortunately, none of what you described is the responsibility of the funeral home. If you were separated  and not readily available- this is one of the issues that arise that you will simply have to contend with. If you expect to address any of the issues in probate as the widowed spouse, you will likely need to retain a probate lawyer to address that ASAP. Especially if "the family" is not excited about any claims you might make to an estate if you were estranged. ... Read More

  While you still have time, you should consult an experienced Personal Injury attorney for guidance and advice before going any further. We all give free consultations and if we take the case, it would be on a contingent fee basis. However, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit.... Read More

You should consult with a personal injury attorney here in Florida to review all the facts of your case and explore the possibility of representation on a contingency fee basis. A contingency fee means you pay nothing unless you win. Even though video evidence does not exist, you can still pursue a claim that the other party was at fault for your injuries. Please note that lawyers on this platform are prohibited from soliciting cases, so you would need to research our backgrounds and reach out directly.     ... Read More

You may have a claim against the person who threw the log and/or the person who owned the home where you were working that day. Homeowners insurance/Commercial policies may be a source of recovery but they would need to be reviewed. Attorneys on this platform are prohibited from soliciting cases so you would need to research our backgrounds and reach out to one of us.  Stephen Black, Esq. 407-581-2581 ... Read More

You may have a case. Take clear photographs of the stairway to document the absence of a railing. Retain a personal injury attorney in your jurisdiction on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If you need assistance finding an attorney, reach out on this platform and we will help you at no cost.    ... Read More

If the evidence establishes that the hotel was negligent in causing the damages your wife sustained, then she has a case against the hotel. Discuss with an attorney in the state of Arizona about contingency fee representation, which means she pays nothing unless she wins.     ... Read More

You may have a case. The theory of liability would be that the school failed to supervise your child and as a result he suffered a serious injury. You should retain an attorney in your state on contingency fee which means you pay nothing unless you win. If you cannot find counsel, reach out to one of us privately on this platfoprm and we will help you find someone. ... Read More

You have a case against the Restaurant for your damages. You need to retain an attorney to represent you on contingency fee (which means you pay nothing unless you win). If you need help finding an attorney to represent you, feel free to privately reach out to one of us to find counsel for you. ... Read More

Normally, any household member who is a relative of the insured is automatically on the insurance policy of the car owner. However, if your resident relative was using the vehicle for a business purpose as opposed to personal use, then your carrier may deny coverage. You should seek a consultation with a lawyer in your jurisdiction to review the policy language for specific advice. ... Read More

You Should Retain an Attorney on a Contingency Fee Basis. Hiring an attorney on contingency means you pay nothing unless you win. Insurance companies rarely take unrepresented claimants seriously because they routinely offer lowball settlements under the guise of fairness. Experienced attorneys know the true value of your case and can maximize your recovery by referring you to qualified physicians who will properly diagnose your injuries. Beyond case value, attorneys also negotiate your medical bills and liens. Many settlements are subject to subrogation claims from insurance carriers who paid your medical benefits. Unrepresented parties are often blindsided when their insurer calls post-settlement asking how much they recovered, unaware that a portion of that money may legally belong to the lien holder. In summary this is not a do-it-yourself project. Do yourself a favor and retain an attorney on contingency fee. If you cannot find one, then you can reach out privately to one of us for assistance finding one in your state. ... Read More

You may have a claim against the school based on a lack of supervision theory especially if the boy had a history of this violent type of behavior. If it’s a public school, you’ll likely need to file an administrative tort claim before initiating a lawsuit. If you’re unable to find a lawyer, feel free to reach out to one of us, we’ll do our best to help you find one.... Read More

Yes, your mom may have a valid case if she can show the restaurant’s negligence caused her slip and fall. State law doesn’t impose strict liability for injuries on business premises—you must prove the restaurant knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn customers. Evidence like surveillance footage, incident reports, or witness statements can help establish fault.     ... Read More