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I was in a car wreck February 2016 with injuries

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Retain counsel here in central Florida. It looks like u have a good case. 
Retain counsel here in central Florida. It looks like u have a good case. 

I was injured in a car wreck feb 2016.

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Was the injury the fault of the other driver? Did u seek medical attention within 14 days? Do u have injuries? Contact counsel to review the facts and issues in your case. Stephen Black (407) 581-2581.
Was the injury the fault of the other driver? Did u seek medical attention within 14 days? Do u have injuries? Contact counsel to review the facts... Read Answer

Failure To Protect Disabled Man Under Protective Custody

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Its possible - just a not a generally desireable case for civil damage for a variety of reasons starting with being incarcerated. As such unless the damages are substantial, approaching catastrophic, ala paralyzation, death, etc., you may need to hire a lawyer out of pocket to have them pursue such a case. ... Read Answer
Its possible - just a not a generally desireable case for civil damage for a variety of reasons starting with being incarcerated. As such unless the... Read Answer

I was on a yacht that crashed into a stand rock. The yacht started sinking

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You probably have a good case. Remember to seek medical attention ASAP so that you can document your injuries, don’t speak with or give a statement to the other side or their insurance company, and retain counsel here in Florida. I have a lot of experience with maritime accidents. ... Read Answer
You probably have a good case. Remember to seek medical attention ASAP so that you can document your injuries, don’t speak with or give a... Read Answer

My son is being sued in civil court by a limo driver for my son hitting him in the face and breaking his orbital bone. He hit my son first.

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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The lawyer that should have been hired LONG ago when the suit was first filed. A civil trial lawyer. He needs to hire a lawyer - and it may cost him a good amountof money at this late stage, IMMEDIATELY.
The lawyer that should have been hired LONG ago when the suit was first filed. A civil trial lawyer. He needs to hire a lawyer - and it may cost him... Read Answer

Do I have a case to pursue ?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Yes it’s possible. However you must show that the store was on notice of a hazardous condition that foreseeable could result in a slip and fall, and failed to eliminate that hazard. Did the fall happen at night? Did you take pictures of the hanger to show the hangers condition and were there witnesses? These and other questions need to be explored prior to making a determination about the case... Read Answer
Yes it’s possible. However you must show that the store was on notice of a hazardous condition that foreseeable could result in a slip and... Read Answer

Can my lawyer pay for a personal service contract from my settlement

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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This needs to be directed to your exisitng lawyer. 
This needs to be directed to your exisitng lawyer. 

Can I sue for hit and run with no injuries?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by James Peirce Kelaher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Bring it to the attention of the police, but only report it as saying "I think I found the car that hit my car and left the scene."
Bring it to the attention of the police, but only report it as saying "I think I found the car that hit my car and left the scene."

Can I sue my plastic surgeon

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Other than reading like a bad haiku - its impossible to tell what your issue is or questions are. You may just do better calling a local injury lawyer and expalining what happened and what your issues are.
Other than reading like a bad haiku - its impossible to tell what your issue is or questions are. You may just do better calling a local injury... Read Answer
You may have a case depending on the facts of the case. Call for a consultation
You may have a case depending on the facts of the case. Call for a consultation

What kind of compensation should I look for

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Was the property he slipped on his employers property?
Was the property he slipped on his employers property?

Injured eye at arcade playing basketball.

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Unfortunately, this falls into the assumption of risk category along with self inflicted/comparative negligence issues. Absent some catastrophic injury, like blindness or substantial surgical intervention, that financially justifies pursuit of a claim, you wont ind many lawyers willing to pursue such a case on a contingent fee and payment of an hourly rate/retainer might be cost prohibitive. ... Read Answer
Unfortunately, this falls into the assumption of risk category along with self inflicted/comparative negligence issues. Absent some catastrophic... Read Answer

My sister just removed a damaged fence separating her house from a neighbor with a pool. Who is liable if someone drowns in that pool?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Depends on a variety of facts, but possibly BOTH parties could be liable. 
Depends on a variety of facts, but possibly BOTH parties could be liable. 

Can I sue my stepmom for not letting me know about my dad's death until 7 days later when the will was to be read?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by James Peirce Kelaher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Hire a good probate lawyer who litigates and contest the new will.
Hire a good probate lawyer who litigates and contest the new will.
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I can assure you that the lawyers had no difficulty "getting ahold of" the school or its insurer. The problem is likely the school wont pay what you want and the lawyers dont see the value in the case that they will spendthe money to put on a trial. There is no "fix" for this other than reassessing the settlement propects or possibly you agreeing to fund the expense of trial to see what a jury says. ... Read Answer
I can assure you that the lawyers had no difficulty "getting ahold of" the school or its insurer. The problem is likely the school wont pay what you... Read Answer
I'm sorry to hear you have been injured using a hard wax product. If you have been injured using this product, in a manner as recommended by the product manufacturer, than you may have a valid claim.  If your injuries are minor and you are not going to need ongoing or future medical care for your injuries, you may want to contact the company directly and advise them of your injuries. they will probably pay a nuisance payment to you to make your case go away quickly. If, however, your injuries are substantial, you should contact an experienced personal injury lawyer and let them handle negotiationg with the insurance company of the product manufacturer. Make sure you keep the product and take pictures of the progression of your injuries every day until they are healed.   Good luck, Christopher R. Largey  ... Read Answer
I'm sorry to hear you have been injured using a hard wax product. If you have been injured using this product, in a manner as recommended by the... Read Answer

What type of lawyer works on illegal government survalliance

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Christopher Largey   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Withou any more information, it is difficult to determine what type of case you are dealing with.  If the gov't is prosecuting you based on illegally obtained wiretaps, than a criminal defense lawyer needs to be retained to file motions to have the evidence suppressed.  If you are concerned about information obtained in an illegal wiretap and there is no criminal case against you, than you need to talk to a personal injury lawyer who can evaluate your case and determine whether the damages that you have suffered warrant a claim against the government. If you were a little more specific about the issues related to the "illegal surveillance," it would be helpful in determining your legal issue.   ... Read Answer
Withou any more information, it is difficult to determine what type of case you are dealing with.  If the gov't is prosecuting you based on... Read Answer

Case been too long lingering, Can I enforce Lawyer to go to trial?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Christopher Largey   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Anonymous: It sounds like there is a communication issue with your present attorney.  Schedule a face-to-face meeting with your lawyer and find out where in the litigation process you are.  Since your case is 9 yerars old, it appears that your case has been in litigation for some time. Either your case is very complex, or there may be logistical issues that has caused the delay in getting your case in front of a jury, or there may be other issues. The best and only way to determine what the issues are, is to discuss your case with your lawyer.  It will be difficult to find a lawyer at this late stage to take over for your current lawyer, as the SOL has run.  If your lawyer is hesitant to try your case, there has to be a reason. He or she should be able to articulate to you why he is hesitant to try your case. Good luck to you.   CHristopher R. Largey         ... Read Answer
Anonymous: It sounds like there is a communication issue with your present attorney.  Schedule a face-to-face meeting with your lawyer and find... Read Answer

What options does a mother have if the place where her son is keeping him against his will?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by James Peirce Kelaher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Getting him to sign a power of attorney doesn't amount to a hill of beans unless he is mentally competent at the time he signs the POA.
Getting him to sign a power of attorney doesn't amount to a hill of beans unless he is mentally competent at the time he signs the POA.

am I responsible to pay legal fees?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Legally - there is a strong argument the answer is yes as it was your negligence, at least in some part, in not closing the door allowing the dog to get out that caused the event. 
Legally - there is a strong argument the answer is yes as it was your negligence, at least in some part, in not closing the door allowing the dog to... Read Answer

I was slightly injured at a retailer business, what should I do?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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Need more info to even begin to address this other than to say you should contact a personal injury lawyer that offeres free consults and go from there. 
Need more info to even begin to address this other than to say you should contact a personal injury lawyer that offeres free consults and go from... Read Answer

If a friend was driving my car but I was the one being sued, can the person who was driving my car be liable instead of me?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Mr. John Webster Merting (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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In Florida, a motor vehicle is considered a" dangerous instrumentality", so both the owner and the operator can be held liable.
In Florida, a motor vehicle is considered a" dangerous instrumentality", so both the owner and the operator can be held liable.

How can I file a restraining order in Florida? Is that what I should do now?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Mark Tischhauser, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
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#1 - If what you say is true, MOVE. first and foremost, and do so immediately, even if you have to break your lease. There is no restraining order that stops bullets. if he persists at that point, it will be MUCH harder for him to jusitify being in another town or across town bothering you and easier for a judge to enter a restraining order. To be clear, you really need to spend the money to hire a lawyer to address this. ... Read Answer
#1 - If what you say is true, MOVE. first and foremost, and do so immediately, even if you have to break your lease. There is no restraining order... Read Answer
If it can be established through evidence that you were injured as a result of their negligence then u may have a case. However, if all u did was cut your forearm then your damages may be low unless you have some type of permanent damage to tissues. Take pictyof your wounds while still fresh and take pictyof the area or thing that cut u before the store removes it. ... Read Answer
If it can be established through evidence that you were injured as a result of their negligence then u may have a case. However, if all u did was cut... Read Answer
what were the injuries?
what were the injuries?