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Who is at fault? The snow plower or me?

No attorney can ethically guarantee that you will win, but you should also never take an insurance company's opinion as the truth. Some insurance companies will foolishly fight every claim in order to save money. Whatever you do, don't take the insurance company's word as the truth. Depending on your injuries, you may have a strong personal injury claim, but you should consult with an experienced trial attorney as soon as possible since your case cannot be properly assessed without knowing...

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I am paying back restitution for the items i stole what will happen to me i dont want to go to jail.

Navigating the criminal justice system can be complicated and you should call a lawyer as soon as possible to help guide you. A lot depends on your prior charges, if they are related, and what position the store is taking. Are both larceny charges related to the same crimes at the same store? Are these second charges for a completely different crime? A lot also depends on how you resolved the first set of charges. Connecticut has a number of programs they call alternative dispositions....

IS IT TRUE IF YOUR IN A CAR ACCIDENT YOUR SETTLEMENT IS 3 TIME YOUR MEDICAL?

If you are pursuing a legal malpractice claim, you should consult with another lawyer as soon as possible. Remember, the law limits the amount of time you have to bring a claim and -- if this is a malpractice claim -- your original lawyer may not be representing you. Another lawyer will likely take a contingency fee (a percentage of your settlement or award), but they have every incentive to obtain as much as they can for you since that means their fee will be larger.

What to do?

First, you should call the Public Defender's Office for the court where you are being charged. They should help you determine if you're eligible for a public defender and tell you how to apply. There is an application fee, but it is modest. You can find the applicable public defender's office from this web page: http://www.ocpd.state.ct.us/Main/location.htm The income limits are on this web page: http://www.ocpd.state.ct.us/Main/Income%20Eligibility.htm

The chro is representing me do i need to retain a lawyer.

You are almost always better off having your own attorney since your attorney will be focused on your needs first and foremost. Although the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunity is charged with investigating and pursuing claims of discrimination, the Commission faces a huge caseload burden and a shrinking staff due to the State of Connecticut's hiring freeze and possible budget cuts. Often times, experienced employment lawyers can also push your case forward more quickly since your case...

Has my licensing agreement to use a trademark name and logo been breached?

Your question involves at least two different areas of the law, trademark law and contract law. Many attorneys with experience with contract lawsuits may be able to help you, but they would have to see the actual agreements before they could give you an answer. The trademark issues are much more complicated and there are fewer attorneys who have a strong grasp on trademark law. It is entirely possible that both the company that licensed the trademark too you and the second company that...

Can I sue the landlord?

Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may have a strong personal injury claim, but you should consult with an experienced trial attorney as soon as possible since your case cannot be properly assessed without knowing more information. It is important to remember that the law limits the amount of time you have to pursue your claims, so you should contact an attorney as soon as possible. An attorney can also be much more helpful if they are by your side at the earliest possible stage of...

Can i sue my employer for getting hurt?

In most cases, you cannot sue your employer in Superior Court, but you may be able to file a workers compensation claim. If you were injured at work, you may be eligible for workers compensation benefits, but they are generally less than the amount that you would have recovered in a personal injury lawsuit against someone other than your employer. If someone other than your employer was responsible for your injuries, you may still have a potential lawsuit against that third party. An...

Who is at fault? The snow plower or me?

No attorney can ethically guarantee that you will win, but you should also never take an insurance company's opinion as the truth. Some insurance companies will foolishly fight every claim in order to save money. Whatever you do, don't take the insurance company's word as the truth. Depending on your injuries, you may have a strong personal injury claim, but you should consult with an experienced trial attorney as soon as possible since your case cannot be properly assessed without knowing...