Personal Injury Legal Questions

You can always retain another lawye if you choose, but because the case has been settled, and the present lawyer is in possession of the funds,  the present lawyer will still get paid for her/his representation in your case.  It is reasonable to wait until all claims for bills are settled before disbursing the final check to you.  You do have a right to know what is going on with the case.   ... Read More

They are only obligated to pay FMV if it is totaled, or to pay the cost of reasonable repairs if it is not totaled. You can counter it, but they dont necessarily have to negotiate with you, and it would be too costly and time consuming on your end to try and sue them for full FMV. The rental issue will pretty much be up to them. If you arent able to reach an agreed upon total price, then you can take the car back, but they wont have to pay you anything for repairs. I've seen older, worse cars that werent totaled with what sounds like more damage, however, so hopefully they wont have to total it, can repair it, and you can be on your way. Personal Injury attorneys can help you not only with any injuries and medical expenses you have from an accident, but many will at least help you with the property damage side as well.... Read More

Yes provided that Florida counsel can associate local counsel on the case which is fairly easy to do. Additionally since you are a resident of Florida and the company you seek to hold liable is in Nevada then the federal court could have jurisdiction as long as the case has a value that could exceed 75 thousand dollars. Discuss in private with counsel.... Read More

In addition to teh school (which seemed to know the new weight set was defective and still allowed it's use), it seems to me that looking at the negligence oft he weight/ bar bell company might be useful. Suing a school can be difficult and has it's own rules (if it was a public school), so get in to see a personal injury lawyer soon. We do that kind of work.... Read More

If you are a resident of Florida, you do not have to report the settlement on your income taxes.  However, you do need to call Social Security and let them know of the settlement and follow whatever instructions they ask of you in providing documentation, etc., regarding the settlement.Are you receiving Medicare benefits, and have they paid any medical bills relating to the accident?  If so, you (or your attorney or the insurance company that is paying the settlement) need to contact Medicare BEFORE you get the settlement funds, because they are entitled to recoup some of the monies they paid on your behalf.  A Medicare Set Aside may also be necessary, which can be discussed in detail by calling our office.  This is VERY IMPORTANT!  You could possibly lose your Medicare benefits if you do not contact Social Security and Medicare.John W. Merting, EsquireLaw Offices of John W. Merting, P.A.Gulf Breeze, FL Office: (850) 916-9645Toll Free: 877-912-4100... Read More

Need many more facts here in order to determine how to pursue compensation for you. It may may be possible. Depends upon whether a dangerous condition was created/existed and who was responsible for it at the time. Over the past 30 years,  I have represented parties and  handled such cases for both sides of the fence.  ... Read More

   Sorry to hear, Sara. Don't delay seeking consultation with a Personal Injury attorney to analyze all of the facts concerning negligence and legal liability. Check out our profiles. Many of us handle cases statewide. Generally, the Statute of Limitations is 4 years from accident date.  ... Read More

You can sue for anything in this country, but just because you can, doesn't mean you should. Medical malpractice cases are exceedingly difficult to pursue and win in Wisconsin. I wrote a blog about the difficulties at our law firm's web site under persoanl injury issues. The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel wrtoe an excellent essay about it as well, perhaps one or two years ago that you can google and read. Most malpractice cases can cost up to $100,000 in costs and expert fees to litigate, so the damages have to be enormous to have a malpractice lawyer show interest. Further, 9/10 trials result in verdicts in favor of the doctor or hospital. There are caps in Wisconsin on non-economic damages, which again, curtails most attorneys interest in pursuing these cases anymore. That issue is actually on appeal before the WI supreme court. The statute of limitations to sue for medical malpractice in WI is 3 years from the date of the occurrence. Failure to file a lawsuit within 3 years would forever bar the claim. If you feel you were wronged, and have permanent damage as a result, gather up all of your mediical and hospital records and have them reviewed by a malpractice lawyer. If they think you possibly have a case, they will hire an outside medical expert to review your records to determine if you have a viable claim.... Read More