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Can you sue the party who caused the accident personally, if his insurance company did not pay you enough?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Richard Everett Damon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   16 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Yes.
Yes.

Can the insurance sue him now that he is not a minor?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Richard Everett Damon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Yes.
Yes.

Do you have to pay state, local or federal taxes on funds from a personal injury lawsuit?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Mr. David F. Stoddard (Unclaimed Profile)   |   16 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
No.
No.

Is this a fair contigency fee agreement?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Mr. William R Rawlings (Unclaimed Profile)   |   17 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
The language you presented from the Contingency Retainer agreement is typical from most Personal Injury attorneys. There are some attorneys who will take less of a percentage just to try and get your business, but be careful as "you get what you pay for".
The language you presented from the Contingency Retainer agreement is typical from most Personal Injury attorneys. There are some attorneys who... Read More

Whatโ€™s the next option I can use if my aunt wonโ€™t let me use her insurance?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Lisa Hurtado McDonnell (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Were you hurt in her car? If you were you can file a claim with her insurance. If you weren't then file a claim with the owner of the car what you are a passenger in.
Were you hurt in her car? If you were you can file a claim with her insurance. If you weren't then file a claim with the owner of the car what you... Read More

Is being charged a fee for physician reports, medical records, etc. legal?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Stephen Douglas Lombardi (Unclaimed Profile)   |   13 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Yes.
Yes.

Would the insurance carrier I had in time of accident represent me in the lawsuit?

Answered 13 years ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   18 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
As long as you reported the accident to your auto carrier at the time, then they must defend you and indemnify you.
As long as you reported the accident to your auto carrier at the time, then they must defend you and indemnify you.

Am I liable for damge to another car if my child opens a car door and damages another car?

Answered 13 years ago by Erven T. Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You may be liable, but I would let the insurance companies pay for it (after deductibles). Tell your auto insurance company about the ding and ask them to handle it.
You may be liable, but I would let the insurance companies pay for it (after deductibles). Tell your auto insurance company about the ding and ask... Read More

What can happen after a pit bull bites my two kids in my back yard that aren't mine?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Michael D. Kelly (Unclaimed Profile)   |   12 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You might want to talk to an attorney about defending this matter. It is possible the parties affected by the animal's bite may sue you in a civil capacity. There is a chance you could defend on the principle that the animal was antagonized or teased.
You might want to talk to an attorney about defending this matter. It is possible the parties affected by the animal's bite may sue you in a civil... Read More
Not necessarily.  Check your own policy to see your limits of something called "UM UIM" for un-insured motorist, under insured motorist.  You can actually get insurance to protect yourself in case you are injured by a motorist that either doesn't have insurance, or is under insured.  you choose the limits for this insurance, and it means you can collect from your own insurance company. ... Read More
Not necessarily.  Check your own policy to see your limits of something called "UM UIM" for un-insured motorist, under insured motorist. ... Read More

What am I entitled to for a settlement between separated couples?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   13 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Hey, guy. She was the one that got hurt. Apparently your separation had nothing to do with the injuries she suffered. So, you are not entitled to much if anything. Take the $1K and say thank you. You could make a stink and maybe get another few bucks, but to do so, you will create animosity that is just not worth it.... Read More
Hey, guy. She was the one that got hurt. Apparently your separation had nothing to do with the injuries she suffered. So, you are not entitled to... Read More

Is there anything I can do legally to get reimbursed?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   16 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If it was a company car, and if you were driving it with permission, then the company's insurance should cover it.
If it was a company car, and if you were driving it with permission, then the company's insurance should cover it.

What can I do if my child was hit at school by an employee?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by attorney Stuart M. Nachbar   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Whether you are sure or not about a case, file a title 59 tort claim notice immediately as you only have 60 days I believe to put them on notice.
Whether you are sure or not about a case, file a title 59 tort claim notice immediately as you only have 60 days I believe to put them on notice.
Did you file a Tort Claim Notice? If you did not within 90 days, you are out of luck even though you may have been a minor.
Did you file a Tort Claim Notice? If you did not within 90 days, you are out of luck even though you may have been a minor.

If I fall in Walmart and hurt my foot bit didn't break it do I have a case

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by attorney Diana L. Anderson   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
you need to have damages in order to seek compensation.  Did you loose time at work because of the injury?  Did you have unreimbursed medical expenses because of the injury?  Did you trip and fall on something or slip on something?  If you did not have any damages, for example medical expenses or lost time at work, you will not have a viable claim against Walmart. ... Read More
you need to have damages in order to seek compensation.  Did you loose time at work because of the injury?  Did you have unreimbursed... Read More

What charges can I press on a minor for assaulting me?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by attorney Stuart M. Nachbar   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Assault battery.
Assault battery.
There is a cause of action against a bar if they negligently "over serve" someone who is visibly intoxicated, and then that person goes out and injures someone else while driving, or injures themselves.  It is known as the "Dram shop" law.  Whether or not the bar has liability will depend on very specific facts such as the blood alcohol level, the length of time he was drinking, etc.  It seems from the information you provided your son worked at the bar, so there could be a worker's compensation portion also. ... Read More
There is a cause of action against a bar if they negligently "over serve" someone who is visibly intoxicated, and then that person goes out and... Read More
there should have been an affidavit submitted to court that outlined the assets that were available to pay the judgment.  If the person falsified that affidavit, then it is a crime, subject to punishment.  If you have a judgment against the person for monetary damages, and have not collected on this judgment, you can file an action to enforce, and get a lien against an asset owned by the person, like a house or a bank account.... Read More
there should have been an affidavit submitted to court that outlined the assets that were available to pay the judgment.  If the person... Read More

Is there anything I can do to get my license back soon?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Paul L. Whitfield (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Don't understand your question. What is an FTA and who are you trying to do right by and what has that got to do with your license suspension. You must have insurance at all times. If you don't and you cause damage DMV gets involved. Makes no difference what your emotional level of development or childbearing situation is.... Read More
Don't understand your question. What is an FTA and who are you trying to do right by and what has that got to do with your license suspension. You... Read More
Turn it over to your auto insurance.
Turn it over to your auto insurance.

My son was injured at his school

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by attorney Diana L. Anderson   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Liability is going to depend on many things.  Did the coach caution the wrestlers about this move?  Did the wrestler who did it ever do it before?  Were the mats set up properly, was your son given proper instruction, etc.  The school has a duty to make sure that all of the proper saftey instructions and devices were in place, and if they breached that duty, there could be liability.  I woul dbe happy to discuss this with you further. ... Read More
Liability is going to depend on many things.  Did the coach caution the wrestlers about this move?  Did the wrestler who did it ever do it... Read More

One NJ driver hits another driver in rear while stopped at a light

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by attorney Diana L. Anderson   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
there are many issues here.  Do you have personal injury protection on your car insurance?  Do you have the verbal thresh hold?  Both of thos items are options on your insurance that make your premiums lower, but make it harder for you to recover costs and damages.  If you do have personal injury protection, your medical bills will be paid.  you should obtain a copy of the declaration page for your insurance and consult an attorney.... Read More
there are many issues here.  Do you have personal injury protection on your car insurance?  Do you have the verbal thresh hold?  Both... Read More

I fell and Broke my arm while at work but outside

Answered 13 years and 3 months ago by attorney Jeffrey M. Rich   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Need to know what made you fall. Also, on who's property? Was it your employer's or someone elses? What is your actual job and place of OTB employment? Please respond to jeff@richrich.com if you want top se ewhether we can help. Jeff Rich, Esq. 
Need to know what made you fall. Also, on who's property? Was it your employer's or someone elses? What is your actual job and place of OTB... Read More

What am I entitled to?

Answered 13 years and 3 months ago by attorney Diana L. Anderson   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You should contact a lawyer.  You have sustained injuries and damages for which you should receive compensation. your lost time at work will be part of the compensation you will receive along with pain and suffering.  Injuries to the back and neck are often permanent, and could reduce or impact your quality of life.  Even if the other driver is not insured, you may be entitled to compensation fromyour own car insurance. I can help you with this matter, feel free to contact my office for a free consultation. ... Read More
You should contact a lawyer.  You have sustained injuries and damages for which you should receive compensation. your lost time at work... Read More

I have been approved for disability retirement due to acute asthmatic bronchitis which started 2 months after teaching in a NJ school. Can I sue?

Answered 13 years and 3 months ago by John Joseph Ratkowitz, Esq. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
I do not think you will be able to sue the school, unless the knowingly allowed the condition to continue and it harmed others. You may have a workers compensation claim though.  You should contact a local personal injury attorney (one in your state).  Personal injury attorneys take  cases on a contingency basis which means you only have to pay if you succeed.  Additionally, initial consultations are free. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" service through this website to research personal injury attorneys. Then, visit each attorney's website and select a firm that has a record of successful verdicts. If you are unable to find a lawyer who meets these qualifications within your state, sometimes you may contact an out of state lawyer who can refer you to a qualified attorney in your state while providing support related to the issues of medicine. Click here and here for more information about me. Please note that by attempting to answer your question, I am not acting as your attorney. I will do nothing further to protect or preserve your interests in the absence of any additional discussion with you about this matter. John Ratkowitz, Esq. Starr, Gern, Davison & Rubin, P.C. 105 Eisenhower Parkway Roseland, NJ 07068 Office: (973) 830-8441 Cell: (732) 616-6278 Fax: (973) 226-0031 Email: jratkowitz@starrgern.com  Skype: john_ratkowitz Web: www.starrgern.com. ... Read More
I do not think you will be able to sue the school, unless the knowingly allowed the condition to continue and it harmed others. You may have a... Read More