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Can a defamation time limit be extended if you can prove extenuation circumstances re not knowing of defamation?

The rules for staying the statute of limitations varies by state. You would need to consult an attorney in your state to determine if the statute of limitations has been properly tolled or not.

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Libel? negative feeback i had 100% feedback.

The key would be if they posted anything that was objectively false. If so, it is possible that you would have a claim. You would need to contact a local attorney to find out the particular laws relating to libel in your jurisdiction.

My truck was hit on the drivers side mirror by a Everman animal control employee in a city dog pound truck while parked.

You should get in touch with the police department and get a copy of the report. If it shows that the animal control employee is at fault, you can use the report and contact the appropriate governmental agency to file a claim. Be mindful that government claims carry their own shortened time constraints. A lawyer in your jurisdiction should be consulted to determine exactly when a claim should be filed by.

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I have had a a personal injury attorney for over a year and am very unsatisfied with him. Is there anyone I can talk to

While you do have the right to any representation that you wish, you should check your attorney-client agreement to see what, if any, the repercussions of switching attorneys would be.

Is a store forced to pay compensation for a person falling inside the store, or medical bills?

If the store was negligent in failing to clean up a dangerous condition (the spilled milk) that it should have known about, then you can pursue damages against them. While your injuries do constitute a damage, the way to prove them is by showing visits to a medical professional, such as a doctor or a chiropractor. If you consulted a local personal injury attorney, they could begin negotiations with the store on your behalf and may even be able to secure you medical treatment on a lien.

I had green solid light, hit a car turning left coming opposite direction that said they had the green arrow at the same time.

If the officer's investigation of the red light camera turned up no conclusive evidence, then you likely face an uphill battle in proving liability. You should canvass for independent witnesses (some people use ads in the paper or on Craigslist to be able to find witnesses). In any case, you should consult a local attorney as this action may have to be litigated. It may come down to a he said/she said on the witness stand in which case it could come down to who the jury believes more. That is...

Do i need to go to small claims court.

First you should make sure what the small claims limits are for your jurisdiction. If the amount that you are seeking is equal to or under the limit, then small claims would be the appropriate way to go. You may have a claim against both your boyfriend and the other driver. You should also try to locate any witnesses that were identified in the accident report.

Can a police report override a witness statement in an auto insurance claim?

While a police report will be one factor in an insurance claim/lawsuit, it is not the final word. Witness statements can carry just as much weight in some civil claims. You should consult a local attorney who may be able to get a reversal of the insurance company's decision. Failing that, he can file a lawsuit on your behalf. At trial, you would be able to introduce your witness and their account of the crash.

What can I do about my license and how should I go about handling this situation?

Unfortunately, you find yourself in an unenviable position. When you are at fault in an accident, you are liable for all reasonable damages that you cause. This includes not only property damage, but also any injuries that you cause. If you did carry insurance, then you would have been able to report the claim to them and they would have taken care of any reasonable damages up to your limits. Without insurance, you are personally liable for the damages that you cause. That being said, you...