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Will my premium increase if I file a claim?

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
I doubt it.
I doubt it.

? Help w/ accident where floor of elevator failed to level due to power Co phase failure. i was labeled a liar by emp-tech.said this was not possibl

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by Jerry Meyers (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Cases of this kind are entirely evidence and fact dependent.  You should contact a lawyer in your jurisdiction in a position to evaluate the facts of your particular case and what evidence you have or can obtain concerning the cause of your injury.
Cases of this kind are entirely evidence and fact dependent.  You should contact a lawyer in your jurisdiction in a position to evaluate the... Read More

Will the store be held responsible for any of this and what kind of punitive damages could he seek since his vehicle was repaired?

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
He has no case. It doesn't mean he won't sue if he can find a lawyer to take a case like that.
He has no case. It doesn't mean he won't sue if he can find a lawyer to take a case like that.

If there was an accident using a truck that I co-owned, am I exposed for liability?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If you have no insurance, or if you do have insurance, there is such a serious accident that your policy limits are exceeded.
If you have no insurance, or if you do have insurance, there is such a serious accident that your policy limits are exceeded.

Am I going to jail for something I didn't even do?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You need to get a lawyer and don't make any statements to police without your lawyer present. If the story about the friend is true, you will need to give that information to the police.
You need to get a lawyer and don't make any statements to police without your lawyer present. If the story about the friend is true, you will need... Read More

How long does it take state farm to make a settlement offer if I have an attorney?

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If you are asking this question, you are in need of an attorney. You have a statute that runs in 2 years, plus, you may be losing the opportunity to preserve evidence. If you don't have an attorney, get one. State Farm has the goal of paying as little as they can for each claim. If they see you are unrepresented, they will take advantage of that.... Read More
If you are asking this question, you are in need of an attorney. You have a statute that runs in 2 years, plus, you may be losing the opportunity... Read More

If I recently was in a fender bender and I was driving without a license, is it possible that I can go to jail?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
As long as in doing so you did not kill someone in the accident. Or, if you were under a DUI related suspension, you could be looking at 60 days in jail for a first time offense. However, some counties, like Allegheny will allow house arrest.
As long as in doing so you did not kill someone in the accident. Or, if you were under a DUI related suspension, you could be looking at 60 days in... Read More

If I hire an unbonded home handyman, will a letter signed by him stating that he will not sue me if he gets hurt protect me from a lawsuit.

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by Craig Markham (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Perhaps.  A written waiver of future claims is not favored by the courts, but if written clearly it may be enforced to prevent future claims.  You would really need to examine the language used to be certain that it is written broadly to cover all possible future injuries, claims and damages. Such a waiver will not prevent the filing of a lawsuit, but it may provide evidence that could be used to have the case dismissed at an early stage.  You need to consult with a lawyer regarding this issue.... Read More
Perhaps.  A written waiver of future claims is not favored by the courts, but if written clearly it may be enforced to prevent future... Read More

What will happen if my boyfriend is driving my car without a license?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If you knowingly authorize an unlicensed driver to drive your vehicle, you too can be cited.
If you knowingly authorize an unlicensed driver to drive your vehicle, you too can be cited.

I had a confrontation with my neighbor and he pushed me down and broke my arm and I needed surgery. He was drunk. I was drinking too.

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
contact a lawyer in your state who specializes in personal injury..u may be able to go after his homeowners ins policy..good luck
contact a lawyer in your state who specializes in personal injury..u may be able to go after his homeowners ins policy..good luck

Should medical bills be negotiated before settlement?

Answered 10 years ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Ask your attorney. It may be very likely that they are settling with 3rd parties who have liens on the proceeds such as medical providers, etc.
Ask your attorney. It may be very likely that they are settling with 3rd parties who have liens on the proceeds such as medical providers, etc.

What would be a fair amount of compensation for a minor knee injury from a vehicle accident?

Answered 10 years ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
No one can answer this without more information. Most of your damages will be compensation from missed work. If you are handling this on your own without knowing whether or not you have fully recovered, you will be waiving your rights to future damages. You should have an attorney look over the whole situation.... Read More
No one can answer this without more information. Most of your damages will be compensation from missed work. If you are handling this on your own... Read More

Is there anything I can do if aunt told me that she took care of it and two years later, I found out I was sued and lost?

Answered 10 years ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Sounds awful. You might have to hire an attorney to file a petition to open default judgment. I would contact a civil litigation attorney.
Sounds awful. You might have to hire an attorney to file a petition to open default judgment. I would contact a civil litigation attorney.

I was in a car accident during an insurance lapse, what do I do?

Answered 10 years ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If your insurance company won't help you out, be prepared to be sued in civil court. In addition, you may receive a summary traffic fine for driving without insurance, and being in a motor vehicle accident without insurance. They carry fines and driver's license suspensions. Regardless of whether the other driver stopped suddenly, you will be at fault probably more than he or she. If you can afford it I would hire an attorney to see if you have a defense or if there is no defense to try to negotiate your way out of this with a payment plan.... Read More
If your insurance company won't help you out, be prepared to be sued in civil court. In addition, you may receive a summary traffic fine for ... Read More

Do I have a case if my daughter died as a result of the township not properly lining roads?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You might. Call a personal attorney injury and find out.
You might. Call a personal attorney injury and find out.

Are all small claims appeals hearing de novo or does the defendant need a ground to request de novo?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
No one can answer this without more information. You should see a lawyer.
No one can answer this without more information. You should see a lawyer.

Is there a way to force defendant to show up to small claims court?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You should get a lawyer or you will probably lose. Lawyers know things about evidence that you do not. For example, an admission by a party is an exception to hearsay and admissible.
You should get a lawyer or you will probably lose. Lawyers know things about evidence that you do not. For example, an admission by a party is an... Read More

Do I have law. suite against an automatic door closing on my hand

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Craig Markham (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Automatic doors should have safety devices to prevent them from closing if you have not cleared the door's threshold.  Sometimes, these electronic safety devices malfunction or are installed incorrectly.  We would need to investigate the incident to determine what brand and type of safety devices were installed and to determine why those devices did not prevent your injury.  We sould also see if the door had a history of malfunctions and whether the hospital had performed needed maintenance.... Read More
Automatic doors should have safety devices to prevent them from closing if you have not cleared the door's threshold.  Sometimes, these... Read More

What happens if you were the passenger in a hit and run and you didn't know the other car was hit?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If you didn't know or have reason to know, then you cannot be convicted of a crime.
If you didn't know or have reason to know, then you cannot be convicted of a crime.

Is the other driver at fault if she hit me while making a left turn against a yellow light?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
She would be way more at fault than you. If you have an expired registration you need to make your insurer will cover you.
She would be way more at fault than you. If you have an expired registration you need to make your insurer will cover you.

Arm crush in machine and lose of thumb

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Matthew Joseph Lager (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Is your wife receiving workers' compensation benefits for her injury?
Is your wife receiving workers' compensation benefits for her injury?

What can we do if I agreed to settle our case almost three months ago and our attorney states that the opposing attorney will not return calls?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Ask your attorney. However, be aware that the statute of limitations is 2 years so if your accident date is 2/14 you need to file a complaint or writ by 2/16.
Ask your attorney. However, be aware that the statute of limitations is 2 years so if your accident date is 2/14 you need to file a complaint or ... Read More

If a minor driving on a suspended license hit me causing injury what are my rights?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Probably. You need to report this to your insurance carrier immediately.
Probably. You need to report this to your insurance carrier immediately.

Is the statement legal if they took a statement then had me put in nut ward?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
It depends. If you can prove your were legally incompetent at the time of the statement. The mere fact that you were put in the loony bin afterward in itself doesn't mean much.
It depends. If you can prove your were legally incompetent at the time of the statement. The mere fact that you were put in the loony bin afterward... Read More

Can I sue for being rear ended and suffering a concussion?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Absolutely. You really need to gather your proof-police reports, accident reports and medical bills and see an attorney as soon as possible.
Absolutely. You really need to gather your proof-police reports, accident reports and medical bills and see an attorney as soon as possible.
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