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Is a recorded video in a classroom legal to use against this child?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Contact school Superintendent of schools. There is no expectation of privacy in a school.
Contact school Superintendent of schools. There is no expectation of privacy in a school.

I was hit in the face by a woman at my job, she report me to our HR and I was fired without asking what really happen, what should I do?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You need to consult with a lawyer that specializes in employment discrimination and wrongful termination.
You need to consult with a lawyer that specializes in employment discrimination and wrongful termination.

Can I file a case if the store failed to put oil in my car after I drove away now my oil light stays on and my no pressure?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
It depends. If the engine oil light was on but you drove the car anyhow, then you are also at fault.
It depends. If the engine oil light was on but you drove the car anyhow, then you are also at fault.

Can I file a case if the store failed to put oil in my car after I drove away now my oil light stays on and my no pressure?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Yes, if it is their fault. I assume it was after an oil change and they forgot to put in oil. You must get an estimate of repair costs.
Yes, if it is their fault. I assume it was after an oil change and they forgot to put in oil. You must get an estimate of repair costs.

If I terminate a PPO on someone, can that person go back into the original car and appeal the judgeโ€™s original sentence?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Do not under any circumstances contact this person. You will violate the PPO. This is not someone you should write a letter to. Move on from this part of your life.
Do not under any circumstances contact this person. You will violate the PPO. This is not someone you should write a letter to. Move on from this... Read More

If I terminate a PPO on someone, can that person go back into the original car and appeal the judgeโ€™s original sentence?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You are a very silly person. LEAVE IT ALONE AND STAY AWAY FROM THIS WACKO KID!!!! You can only screw it up!
You are a very silly person. LEAVE IT ALONE AND STAY AWAY FROM THIS WACKO KID!!!! You can only screw it up!

If he turns his mower over on my side and is injured, could I be liable?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You have absolutely no liability
You have absolutely no liability

If he turns his mower over on my side and is injured, could I be liable?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
No, you would not be liable unless there is a hidden danger that you know about and don't warn them about.
No, you would not be liable unless there is a hidden danger that you know about and don't warn them about.

What can I sue for if the a manager didnโ€™t accept a coupon for my child since our last names didnโ€™t match?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
It won't be a case that attorneys will accept due the amount of damages and unfortunately, you cannot claim punitive damages in Michigan. Keep trying with corporate to get taken care of.
It won't be a case that attorneys will accept due the amount of damages and unfortunately, you cannot claim punitive damages in Michigan. Keep ... Read More

If a guy puts his penis on your vagina without it going in when you didnโ€™t want to, is that rape?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
It is criminal sexual conduct without penetration which makes it 2nd or 4th degree. Likely second if force was involved.
It is criminal sexual conduct without penetration which makes it 2nd or 4th degree. Likely second if force was involved.

What's the next step after being sued for negligence?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Michael B. Dungan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
First, if the vehicle you were driving was insured, turn the lawsuit over to the insurance company, they will hire a lawyer that will represent you at no cost to you. In all likelihood, your girlfriend's mother has also been sued as the owner of the vehicle, she should be able to tell you if the vehicle as insured, and if so, by which insurance company. The lawyer suing you wants there to be insurance on the car as bad as you do, as you indicate, trying to collect from you is much more difficult than cashing a check from an insurance company. Second, consult with a bankruptcy lawyer to see if you are eligible to file bankruptcy on this lawsuit and any other debts that you may have out there, and take things from there.... Read More
First, if the vehicle you were driving was insured, turn the lawsuit over to the insurance company, they will hire a lawyer that will represent you... Read More

What's the next step after being sued for negligence?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Turn the case over to YOUR auto insurance, if you had any at the time, or turn it over to the insurance on the car you were driving. As the permitted driver, you should be covered by that policy. Why, when you were driving someone else's car, did you drive like a jackass? You certainly were not respectful of your girlfriend, or her mother. You should be ashamed of yourself.... Read More
Turn the case over to YOUR auto insurance, if you had any at the time, or turn it over to the insurance on the car you were driving. As the permitted... Read More

What's the next step after being sued for negligence?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You need to turn this into your insurance company. If you are uninsured, you are screwed and will have to file bankruptcy or hire a lawyer to defend he claim.
You need to turn this into your insurance company. If you are uninsured, you are screwed and will have to file bankruptcy or hire a lawyer to... Read More

Is there any legal way for me to stop this verbal abuse against my ex and his wife?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Get a domestic relations lawyer and file a motion in court to deal with this. The new wife sees you as a threat to her relationship, and she is not being very rational. Your ex-husband is trying to keep peace in the house, and so he sides with her. You need the judge to whom your divorce case was assigned to take control over this.... Read More
Get a domestic relations lawyer and file a motion in court to deal with this. The new wife sees you as a threat to her relationship, and she is not... Read More

Should I get an attorney or not and what are my rights if I got injured at work?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You have a workers comp case. You need a lawyer.
You have a workers comp case. You need a lawyer.

Can I sue for breaking my tooth?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
When food is put into "the mainstream of commerce," it is guaranteed to be uncontaminated, and fit to eat. When you order food, you expect the food to be edible, and you expect to pay for edible food. So in effect, your situation produces two (2) separate claims within the same lawsuit. A claim for breach of contract, and a claim for breach of warranty. The bottom line is that you do have a case, however the value of that case will depend on the damages caused. It could be merely putting a cap on a tooth, or it could be a root canal, or it could be a removal of a tooth and either an implant or a partial bridge, or it could also involve a damage to your tempero-mandibular joint. You need a good dentist, and a better lawyer.... Read More
When food is put into "the mainstream of commerce," it is guaranteed to be uncontaminated, and fit to eat. When you order food, you expect the food... Read More

Can I sue for breaking my tooth?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Food has to be fit for the purpose that it was intended to. In order to sue, you would have to get the broken tooth fixed. Notify the restaurant that you intend to sue.
Food has to be fit for the purpose that it was intended to. In order to sue, you would have to get the broken tooth fixed. Notify the restaurant that... Read More

So with her being uninsured, can she still sue and will she get in trouble for not having insurance?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
I'm not completely sure of the facts, but if someone is driving their own uninsured vehicle and gets in an accident, they cannot sue anyone and instead they themselves will be sued for all damages paid out by any insurer, collision and medical. They should consult an attorney asap.
I'm not completely sure of the facts, but if someone is driving their own uninsured vehicle and gets in an accident, they cannot sue anyone and... Read More

So with her being uninsured, can she still sue and will she get in trouble for not having insurance?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Anyone can sue if the pay the filing fee. The insurance will pay the lawyer and the judgment to the limit of insurance. Without insurance a driver is limited to the damages he or she can collect. No Fault requires you to be insured in order to get medical care paid if you are the driver.
Anyone can sue if the pay the filing fee. The insurance will pay the lawyer and the judgment to the limit of insurance. Without insurance a driver... Read More

So with her being uninsured, can she still sue and will she get in trouble for not having insurance?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Under Michigan law, if you knowingly drive an uninsured vehicle, you are barred from making a claim, even if you are not at fault. Further, your friend's dad is legally responsible for her medical bills.
Under Michigan law, if you knowingly drive an uninsured vehicle, you are barred from making a claim, even if you are not at fault. Further, your... Read More

What are my rights if an insurance company neglected me?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Timothy J. Klisz (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You need a personal injury attorney on board asap because there are hard deadlines to sue under these circumstances.
You need a personal injury attorney on board asap because there are hard deadlines to sue under these circumstances.

Can I sue the family I babysat for fleas?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You can sue her but it is unlikely to be worth your time. After all if she has fleas, will she have any money to pay a judgement?
You can sue her but it is unlikely to be worth your time. After all if she has fleas, will she have any money to pay a judgement?

Can I sue if I fell after tripping over a broken piece of cement in the parking area of the beauty salon I was going into?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
In Michigan, if the defect was "Open" and obvious, then the landowner owes no duty to you. It is not fair, but it is the law.
In Michigan, if the defect was "Open" and obvious, then the landowner owes no duty to you. It is not fair, but it is the law.

Is it legal for a teacher to pull my 12 year old daughter from her class and make her write and sign a statement?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Michael G Heilmann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
I cannot comment based on your write up. In general, School activities are not actionable and your remedy is through the administrative process set up by the school system. All children have rights and cannot be forced to do anything.
I cannot comment based on your write up. In general, School activities are not actionable and your remedy is through the administrative process set... Read More

How do I go about suing Uber if this is the second time a driver has stolen from me?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
File a criminal complaint with the police.
File a criminal complaint with the police.