Slip And Fall Legal Questions

Both the owner of the property where you were and the maintenance company are potentially liable.  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.  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

You should contact a local personal injury attorney (one in your state).  They take these cases on a contingency basis which means you only have to pay if you succeed.  Additionally, initial consultations are usually free. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" service through this website to research personal injury attorneys. Then, visit the attorneys' websites and look for a firm that has a record of successful verdicts.  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

There are multiple surveillance cameras in the Target, as well as deliveries, other customers, etc.  There might be some way to determine what caused you to fall, and whether or not Target had a duty to keep the floors clean.  The problem is:  what is your damage ?  If you fell, and were told to stay off your leg for a week, did that solve the problem?  Ir is there any follow up required?  If not, you probably do not have a claim because you were not "damaged". ... Read More

If the case was won by settlement the check should be delivered within 30 days or less, though that does not always happen.  If it was won by trial many defendants will simply ignore their obligation to pay and you have to begin the collections process. Steven F. Fairlie, Esq.Fairlie & Lippy, P.C.1501 Lower State Road, Suite 304North Wales, PA 19454voice: (215) 997-1000fax: (215) 997-1777steve@fairlielaw.netwww.fairlielaw.net Become a Fan of Fairlie & Lippy, P.C. on Facebook Follow us on Twitter  ... Read More

It is difficult to answer your question without more details. If your daughter and her friends are in their late teens, then I doubt that you would be exposed to a negligent supervision claim. If they are little kids at an age where common sense suggests that there should be a supervisor present, then you might have a problem if someone gets hurt. You might consider advising your daughter that nobody is allowed to swim in the absence of an adult, and then post a sign that says as much. If the kids are younger, the sign may not be a valid defense, but if they are age then the sign might help you.  Obviously, the best thing you can do is get your daughter to follow the rules.  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

Contact a local personal injury attorney (one in your state). PI attorneys work on a contingent fee basis, which means they only get paid out of the proceeds of the lawsuit if you win. They provide free initial consultations. Sometimes an attorney will ask you to pay a "retainer" to cover the some of the expenses of a case, this is an issue that varies from office to office. The attorney will contact the store, ascertain who insures it and then open a claim. He will attempt to resolve the claim, when you are finished with medical treatment and he knows the extent of your injuries. If he cannot resolve the claim, he will file a lawsuit on your behalf. 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

Contact a local personal injury attorney. There is probably a state statute that provides the public park with various immunities for this kind of accident, but you need to speak to a Maryland attorney who is familiar with that state's statutory law who can discuss the facts of your case and determine whether you have a viable cause of action.  Personal injury attorneys work on a contingent fee basis, which means they only get paid out of the proceeds of the lawsuit if you win. They provide free initial consultations. Sometimes an attorney will ask you to pay a "retainer" to cover the some of the expenses of a case, this is an issue that varies from office to office.  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

You should contact a local personal injury attorney.  They take cases like this on a contingency basis which means you only pay them if they are successful.  Additionally, they provide initial consultations for free. Most hospitals have strict fall protocols for people who are fall risks.  It's likely that the nurse was required to do more than merely offer you a wheelchair. 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

It is hard to tell you the value of the case without knowing more information. If you have a plate and screws I am assuming you have either a bimalleolar or trimalleolar fracture. I have settled these cases for non-economic loss claims from a range of $250,000 to $775,000 depending on the outcome following the surgery. These can be catastrophic injuries, but some people do recovery so that there are not drastic residuals. If you are out of pocket on medical bills or you suffered a wage loss, that would add to the number.  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 am assuming that you had a epidural steroid injection under fluoroscopic guidance. If that assumption is correct, after the injection or injections, the physician should have assessed whether you were having any side effects or symptoms before releasing you. It is recommended that the patient not drive the day of the procedure and in fact many physicians will not even perform the injections unless you have a driver present with you. Whether or not it would constitute medical malpractice would depend on your condition when he released you, whether you were warned of the risks, etc. ... Read More

Your mom needs to consult with an attorney immediately as there are time constraints with respect to opening a default judgment as well as legal issues that need to be addressed. It may not be too late, but I can't tell from your inquiry. So please seek advice from a qualified lawyer without delay. ... Read More

Expert opinion is commonly required to prove negligence. As for what happened to the video, ask the attorney. As for the fees, it would appear medicare was entitled to certain monies, the attorney got his percentage and reimbursement of expenses, and you likely received the remainder. Gerry Wendrovsky, Esq.- Upper West Sde Lawyerwww.upperwestsidelawyer.com  ... Read More