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Escrow

Answered 9 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Is there a retainer agreement or other writing authorizing the disbursement? Jack
Is there a retainer agreement or other writing authorizing the disbursement? Jack

Contingency Fee-Based Representation for CPA Malpractice Case

Answered a year ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Consider a combined fee: flat fee plus reduced contingency.  Jack
Consider a combined fee: flat fee plus reduced contingency.  Jack
An attorney can petition a court to be relieved as counsel without the consent of the client.  Unless there are unusual circumstances, an attorney should answer your questions and furnish proof you request. Jack
An attorney can petition a court to be relieved as counsel without the consent of the client.  Unless there are unusual circumstances, an... Read More

I gave a lawyer a sizeable retainer fee without signing any formalized agreement, and I want it back

Answered a year and 2 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you haven't signed a retainer agreement and no work has been done, you're entitled to a full refund. Jack
If you haven't signed a retainer agreement and no work has been done, you're entitled to a full refund. Jack
The Grievance Committee disciplines attorneys for violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct.  You can demand arbitration of a fee dispute.  For both, contact the Office of Court Administration.  Jack
The Grievance Committee disciplines attorneys for violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct.  You can demand arbitration of a fee... Read More

Can I sue a law firm

Answered a year and 6 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.  Jack
Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.  Jack

Telephone number of Lava&Levine

Answered a year and 6 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Go here: NYS Unified Court System  >  Attorneys  >  Attorney Directory.  For further assistance,  contact NYS Office of Court Administration. Jack
Go here: NYS Unified Court System  >  Attorneys  >  Attorney Directory.  For further assistance,  contact NYS... Read More

Should I ask the opposing counsel to respect the agreement as my attorney is not?

Answered a year and 7 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Did your attorney sign the settlement agreement?  What does your retainer agreement say? Jack
Did your attorney sign the settlement agreement?  What does your retainer agreement say? Jack

Can we as a family demand that our lawyer release funds from a house sale that we know he has

Answered a year and 7 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
An attorney is not permitted to retain funds that belong to another person(s).  You are best advised to make a written demand.   Jack
An attorney is not permitted to retain funds that belong to another person(s).  You are best advised to make a written demand.   Jack
You would look for an attorney who is experienced in professional liability (malpractice), specifically accounting or tax preparer malpractice. Good luck.
You would look for an attorney who is experienced in professional liability (malpractice), specifically accounting or tax preparer malpractice. Good... Read More
You can sue anyone for anything, but you have to be able to prove damages and liability.  You can choose not to use their thermometer.  You could likely bring your own.  You can choose not to answer those questions too.  This is not a case that I would take.  Good luck.... Read More
You can sue anyone for anything, but you have to be able to prove damages and liability.  You can choose not to use their thermometer.  You... Read More

Injury, fall down stairs

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by attorney Loren L. Gold   |   2 Answers
Hello Paula,   Sorry to hear of your fall on the stairs and resulting injuries.  More detailed information is needed about the dangerous condition and the property. A Personal Injury attorney can investigate this matter on your behalf and determine all possible responsible parties and insurance coverage rather than you attempting to pursue this on your own. An experienced professional can guide and advise you and evaluate your claim. However, if you are interested in consulting with one of us, you will have to reach out, as attorneys are unable to directly solicit on this forum... Read More
Hello Paula,   Sorry to hear of your fall on the stairs and resulting injuries.  More detailed information is needed about the dangerous... Read More
Yes you certainly can sue. An employer is civilly liable for acts of its employees committed within the course and scope of their employment. Additionally it maybe that the employee was negligently hired by the employer because of a violent past if there was one. Discuss your case with counsel about contingency fee representation which means you don't pay anything unless you win the case. Did you file a police report? Was the employee arrested?... Read More
Yes you certainly can sue. An employer is civilly liable for acts of its employees committed within the course and scope of their employment.... Read More

Fell While bowling?

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by attorney Loren L. Gold   |   2 Answers
If the bowling alley was at fault for your fall, yes you can pursue them by bringing a 3rd party liability claim.
If the bowling alley was at fault for your fall, yes you can pursue them by bringing a 3rd party liability claim.