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How do I obtain an accident lawyer to represent my case?: Car accident and the other party is at fault. I have received the police report.

Asked almost 2 years ago in Car Accident

Bradley’s answer: This is a blog I wrote a few years ago on how to hire a lawyer. It is still relevant and up to date. Thanks.

https://www.hcpplaw.com/2009/02/how-to-hire-a-l...

Answered almost 2 years ago.


Is this a form of admission of guilt?: I was hit by a worker in a big construction truck, I was stopped at the red light and he told me the reason why he hit me is because he fell asleep because of working so much lately over 60 hours, he still works for the company. The reason why I’m wondering if it is an admission of guilt is because the driver is still working for the company. To me, it’s almost like they are taking responsibility for him, crashing into me at a red light because they didn’t fire him. There’s nothing in the police report that states he fell asleep but I feel like I would have a good argument in court being that he still works for them. Am I wrong?

Asked almost 2 years ago in Trucking Accident

Bradley’s answer: The biggest question is was he an employee when he fell asleep and hit you. That is the point that the company can be liable for his negligence or trucking regulation violations. What happened afterward will usually not be as important. I recommend you consult with an attorney who deals with motor vehicle or trucking wrecks.

Answered almost 2 years ago.


Can we sue for a negligent bar owner?: My fiance hit an arcade punching bag. He was not negligent, hit it dead on, was not inebriated however the bag was too close to the podium and hit the bag with such force as his body went forward he also hit the backboard shattering his knuckle. I have the entire thing on video and I have a staff member on video admitting this happened before. I was also told by the bartender this has happened more than once before him and the owner knew.

Asked almost 2 years ago in Personal Injury

Bradley’s answer: As others have said, based on those facts, there is a good liability case. The problem with most cases against bars is they frequently have no insurance to pay for liability. (Why that is not a requirement to get an ALE license, I don't know). If that is the case you would have to collect against the assets of the business, which is a more difficult thing. Regardless, talk with an attorney and raise those issues.

Answered almost 2 years ago.