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What are my options for suing a drunk driver??

I am sorry to hear about your recent accident involving a drunk driver. These types of accidents can be very stressful and frustrating. You should consult with an experienced litigation attorney immediately. You may have right to a number of possible claims or benefits as a result of this accident, including but not limited to: no-fault benefits (medical benefits, wage benefits, etc.), liability insurance benefits (and UIM or UM benefits, if applicable), Minnesota Crime Victim Reparation...

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What is the average settlement in a soft tissue damage law suit?

Settlement values can vary wildly based on a number of variables including, but not limited to: the nature of the crash; the nature of your injuries; the type and extent of your accident-related medical treatment and/or therapy; the auto insurer of the at fault party; whether there are any aggrevating factors such as alcohol or drugs involved; whether you have lost any wages; the status of your medical bills; whether any commercial vehicles were involved; and much more. It is impossible to...

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I believe I have a civil suit but do not know?

If you can prove that the work done to the vehicle caused damages, you may be able to recover damages against the individual in a civil lawsuit. Due to the limited damages and expenses involved in a full-blown civil lawsuit, you may want to seek remedy in Conciliation Court (link below). It is common for individuals to pursue claims there without the assistance of an attorney. Prior to filing suit, however, you may want to talk with this individual to see if it is something that can be...

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Would like to know if I have a case?

As per usual, there are a number of impacting factors that could effect your potential personal injury claim from your motor vehicle accident. Whether or not you can claim damages from your previous accident hinges on a number of factors, such as fault for the accident, your previous medical condition, your doctors opinions as to whether the multiple sclerosis or the accident caused the partial paralysis (or both), to name a few. If you are interested in pursing a claim for the motor vehicle...

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Can I file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of my child?

You or your child may have rights to some survivor benefits, depending on a number of factual scenarios surrounding your familial situation, including the age of your child and custody situation. You should contact an attorney immediately to review this case on an in depth basis.

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Minnesota civil rules, personal injury law statute of limitations

It is critical to contact an attorney to review your file immediately. While the typical time frame to bring a negligence lawsuit in Minnesota is 6 years, there are a variety of factual scenarios and instances that can modify your actionable time frame. The fact that you have not sought any medical attention for up to 2-years will definitely impact your potential claim, but that is something that an attorney can discuss with you.

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How long do I have to file a claim on a personal injury case in Mn. I have contacted the insurance company and that have offere

The time frame that you must file a claim within differs based on the type of act or omission that your claim is based upon. Typically, a claim based upon negligence in the State of Minnesota must be instated within 6-years of the occurrence of the event. Depending on your specific set of facts and circumstances that surround your possible claim, there may be additional notice requirements to the possible defendants. Additionally, if your claim is based on product liability or an intentional...

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What type of attorney is needed in default judgement

This depends largely on the type of default judgment that was entered against you. A default judgment is merely a judgment that is rendered against a defendant that either doesn't show up to trial and/or scheduled hearings or answer a Summons and Complaint in a timely fashion. That is, a default judgment can be entered against you in any type of civil claim, be it a contract dispute, a personal injury matter, a real property matter, and so on. There are attorneys that work in all of these...

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How do I go about sueing a person for an auto accident?

Getting a judgment and enforcing a judgment are two entirely different animals. Your best bet is to refer to the MNCourt.gov's form section. You can also consult an attorney that works in the area of debt collection. http://www.mncourts.gov/selfhelp/?page=339 Sincerely, Eric Palmer Disclaimer: This is not to be considered legal advice. I am not your attorney relative to this, or any, matter.

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What should i do about a settlment for a slip and fall at super target minnesota

Mr. Myers has provided a very good summary of the general law that surrounds commercial premises liability. You are not necessarily entitled to a recovery from a third-party just because the injury occurred while you were on their property. However, if there was a dangerous condition that caused the fall, you may be entitled to benefits. Moreover, there may be med-pay benefits available to you as a result of the incident to cover any initial out-of-pocket expenses or initial medical...

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