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Without knowing more facts, its impossible to evaluate your case. Is this a medical malpractice case or a car accident case?
Without knowing more facts, its impossible to evaluate your case. Is this a medical malpractice case or a car accident case?

Should I hire a better Lawyer for my case?

Answered 7 years and 10 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You always have the option to fire your current attorney and retain other counsel. Be aware that if you do, your prior counsel may have a lien for work done and a cost lien for expenses advanced.  Stephen Black, Attorney Offices in Houston, Tx and Orlando, Fl. 
You always have the option to fire your current attorney and retain other counsel. Be aware that if you do, your prior counsel may have a lien for... Read More

Is dog bite considered personal injury?

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Yes your husband has a case. Retain counsel ASAP on contingency fee.   Steve   offices in Orlando and Houston.
Yes your husband has a case. Retain counsel ASAP on contingency fee.   Steve   offices in Orlando and Houston.

Can I sue my gym or wellness center.

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
We’re u diagnosed with a concussion? If so retain counsel. 
We’re u diagnosed with a concussion? If so retain counsel. 
no unless your brother has a UM policy or the at fault driver has assets that can be recovered. His counsel should prepare a letter demanding that the at fault driver execute an affidavit of all assets and liabilities under penalty of perjury and also provide your brother with several years of tax returns before he will sign a release that releases the Ins Co and the at fault driver Steve   Licensed in Fl and Tx... Read More
no unless your brother has a UM policy or the at fault driver has assets that can be recovered. His counsel should prepare a letter demanding that... Read More
If u got attacked on a business premises while u were a customer then u may have a potential suit against that business 
If u got attacked on a business premises while u were a customer then u may have a potential suit against that business 

can I sue teacher and school district

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Has the teacher been arrested?
Has the teacher been arrested?

My employer here in Texas does not have workers comp. Do I have a case?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Renea Overstreet   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
The company probably has some type of other insurance to cover your damages, including premises liability insurance. You should find out the insurance company and file a claim.
The company probably has some type of other insurance to cover your damages, including premises liability insurance. You should find out the... Read More

Need a lawyer for major accidenr

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
I would be very interested to look at your case. I have a partner in Houston and we are solo practitioners and co counsel on cases together. 
I would be very interested to look at your case. I have a partner in Houston and we are solo practitioners and co counsel on cases together. 

Fell at CVS. Server damage to knees

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If the fall was caused by the negligence of cvs, then u have a case. If it was your fault then no. What injuries were u diagnosed with? 
If the fall was caused by the negligence of cvs, then u have a case. If it was your fault then no. What injuries were u diagnosed with? 
As a potential Plaintiff,  u need to prove that the cause of the fall was due to the Dental Office's negligence. If it was your fault, you cant collect. If it was something that you tripped or slipped on, their premises liability policy would cover the accident. But if the reason was due to being drowsy due to drugs the dentist administered to you, then that would implicate their malpractice policy. Long story short, you need to discuss the facts of this incident in confidence with counsel to determine if you even have a case... Read More
As a potential Plaintiff,  u need to prove that the cause of the fall was due to the Dental Office's negligence. If it was your fault, you cant... Read More
You should retain counsel immediatly, and refrain from speaking with an adjuster   Steve   licensed in Texas and Florida
You should retain counsel immediatly, and refrain from speaking with an adjuster   Steve   licensed in Texas and Florida

My lawyer left his firm to start his own firm. Is the retainer I signed still valid if he has started his own firm?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Mr. Robert C. Slim (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If the contract named the law firm only, and not the lawyer personally, then the contract is still good.  But it is only good for the named law firm.  In other words, the attorney cannot make you move with him unless you sign a new contract with him.
If the contract named the law firm only, and not the lawyer personally, then the contract is still good.  But it is only good for the named law... Read More
You may have a potential med malpractice case or a premises liability case. Under the theory of res ipsa loquitor this kind of thing doesn't happen in the absence of negligence. Contact counsel to investigate to explore all the facts.
You may have a potential med malpractice case or a premises liability case. Under the theory of res ipsa loquitor this kind of thing doesn't happen... Read More

in the state of texas, do you pay taxes on a personal injury check

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Mr. Robert C. Slim (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
No.  Proceeds recevied as the result of a personal injury case are exempt from income taxes.
No.  Proceeds recevied as the result of a personal injury case are exempt from income taxes.

Does this qualify for a law suit?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
you best take pictures of the place where u fell at the same time of day u fell from a variety of different angles. From the way you described it, they may have violatedcode sections as far as grade and handrails...Also, it would be important as to how exactly u fell. In order to establish liability, you have the burden of showing that the negligence caused your accident..and most importantly, do not talk to anyone except your lawyer... Read More
you best take pictures of the place where u fell at the same time of day u fell from a variety of different angles. From the way you described it,... Read More

Who covers personal injury from a fall?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Typically the business owner does..provided you can establish liabiliy
Typically the business owner does..provided you can establish liabiliy

my foot was sliced at my gyms pools facility.

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You may have a case. Have you taken pictures of the site where the accident happened? If not try to as the gym may try to repair it to refute your claim. Also don't talk to anyone unless you speak with your lawyer   steve
You may have a case. Have you taken pictures of the site where the accident happened? If not try to as the gym may try to repair it to refute your... Read More

Husband was hit by a truck at work

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Was the man who hit him employed by your husbands company? This may be relevant
Was the man who hit him employed by your husbands company? This may be relevant
It appears you are asking about a subrogation right with your own health insurance company.  You need to look at the contract between your health insurance and you in order to determine if they will reduce their lien so that you are able to put money in your pocket.   I would encourage you to discuss this with a lawyer in your area who does personal injury plaintiffs work, so you don't compromise your claim.   Before you sign anything...contact a lawyer...  Good luck...... Read More
It appears you are asking about a subrogation right with your own health insurance company.  You need to look at the contract between your... Read More

can i sue a trucking company for my injurys

Answered 9 years and a month ago by attorney Patrick Short   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You should immediately call a lawyer and discuss your case with them.  There are related issues of how to attempt to file supplemental police report as well as hiring an accident reconstructionist in order to try and prove the liability in your case.  Most attorneys who do this type of work will give you a free consultation.  Give one a call.  Do not discuss your case or give a recorded statement until you have consulted with a lawyer. Your insurance company will have a right of subrogation as to any monies you recover if you can prove liability.  You should gather your medical bills and (EOBs) together and bring them with you or mail them to the lawyer you speak with.... Read More
You should immediately call a lawyer and discuss your case with them.  There are related issues of how to attempt to file supplemental police... Read More

Run over by a truck while on Motorycle

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Robert C. Slim (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
There is no way to tell someone what their case is worth.  There are way too mnay factors to take into consideration.  But, I can tell you that your case is not worth much at all unless you have an experience car accident lawyer working for you. Your best bet would be to call and get a free consultation on your case.  Then you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.... Read More
There is no way to tell someone what their case is worth.  There are way too mnay factors to take into consideration.  But, I can tell you... Read More

I was in a bad car accident. Do I need a lawyer or can i just deal with the adjuster?

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Ethan L. Shaw (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Hi there,  I would need more information about the incident in order to answer your question properly. However, it is likely that you will need a lawyer.  1. How bad are the injuries? 2. When did the accident happen? 3. Where did it happen? 4. How did it happen? You are welcome to respond back with more details so I can better assist you or call our office at any time to speak with one of our attorneys directly. Thank you!   Ethan Shaw  ... Read More
Hi there,  I would need more information about the incident in order to answer your question properly. However, it is likely that you will need... Read More

Fell in uncovered hole at work and need advice on what to do.

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Ethan L. Shaw (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Hi there, After review, the experienced personal injury attorneys at Shaw Cowart LLP are interested in your potential case. We have a few questions for you first regarding additional details of the incident and circumstances. We look forward to speaking with you.   Our office number is: 512-739-6361 if you would like to speak with us directly about the incident.   Who is your employer? Who owns the property where the hole is? Who is responsible for maintenance of the property? How did the hole get there? When did the accident happen? Who witnessed the accident?   Where did the accident happen, state, city, etc.?... Read More
Hi there, After review, the experienced personal injury attorneys at Shaw Cowart LLP are interested in your potential case. We have a few questions... Read More

Broke tooth chocked on plasticc in food

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by attorney Patrick Short   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Your wife clearly has damages from the Trader Joes pizza.  Hopefully, you have the hard plastic pieces under the cheese.  And, if you have the tooth or photos of the tooth and the hard plastic under the cheese.  Make sure you keep a copy of the bills from the dentist, the amount of time this has or will cause your wife to spend dealing with her tooth as well as any way that this has affected your wife. You will need to provide the attorney you consult the name of the Trader Joe's she went to to make the purchase.  While it is still fresh on her mind and yours, write down the date of the occurrence so that it is not forgotten.  If you paid for the pizza on a debit card, print that out along with the receipt if you have it. If a report was made to the store; what was stated by your wife or you, have they tried to contact you and talk to you or your wife is also information that the attorney will want to to know. ideally you kept the pizza box with the name of the manufacturer on it. I would encourage you to seek the advice of an attorney.  ... Read More
Your wife clearly has damages from the Trader Joes pizza.  Hopefully, you have the hard plastic pieces under the cheese.  And, if you have... Read More