Questions answered by Michael A. Ferrara Jr

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Personal Injury cases, what is my case worth? Is there a formula for this? Can lawyers give an estimation?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 28, 2015

In NJ attorneys are not allowed to ask juries for specific amount. As a result you get wildly different results with same injury. Juries reward...

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Can I sue for a dog bite to my face that occurred at a local business?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 25, 2015

Sorry to learn. The good news that you are in New Jersey, one of the few states that has a Dog Bite Statute enacted by the legislature in Trenton....

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I had a major car accident in my township in a really hazardous area? Can I sue the township? I need a lawyer ASAP..

Michael's answer | Answered on March 24, 2015

If you are saying town did something wrong they must have a tort claim notice filed by you in 90 days otherwise can't make claim.

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We recently bought a house - the septic system was replaced. I believe it is too small for house- can I sue for upgrade costs?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 22, 2015

Sorry to hear. This is a very specialized area of law. I suggest you prepared a detailed timeline and have well organized documentation and...

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Greetings, Question about an Original Proceeding in Trenton, NJ US Court , diversity jurisdiction, cause-breach of contract.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 21, 2015

It is virtually impossible to handle a federal court matter on your own. Hire a young former law clerk of one of the federal judges and pay him...

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Injured in car accident,spinal injuries,by an at fault driver,Do I need a lawyer? I'm already disabled.how are settlements figur

Michael's answer | Answered on March 21, 2015

Sorry to learn. Many South Jersey attorneys will be happy to meet with you at no charge to explain your options.

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4 years after being dropped on the floor in hospital, I need to have replacements done again & hip now. Can they be sued.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2015

Sorry to learn. Have you seen any attorneys since being dropped in 2011? if not, why have you waited until 2015 to seek legal help? The...

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Do I have a case? If so, which type of lawyer should i contact? Do I need to do something before two years is up?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2015

You are correct. You have two years to file suit. With that date rapidly approaching it is unlikely any attorney will take the case. However,...

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Did my Mother suffer a stroke during Carotid Endarterectomy?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 20, 2015

Sorry to learn. The same thing happened to my uncle. It is my opinion that this is the type of thing that should not happen if done with due...

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What should I do?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 17, 2015

Sorry to learn. Do your parents know about this? All your medical bills will be covered by your parents PIP insurance. You can sue your driver...

Michael A. Ferrara Jr's Answers (1649)

Personal Injury cases, what is my case worth? Is there a formula for this? Can lawyers give an estimation?

Can I sue for a dog bite to my face that occurred at a local business?

I had a major car accident in my township in a really hazardous area? Can I sue the township? I need a lawyer ASAP..

We recently bought a house - the septic system was replaced. I believe it is too small for house- can I sue for upgrade costs?

Greetings, Question about an Original Proceeding in Trenton, NJ US Court , diversity jurisdiction, cause-breach of contract.

Injured in car accident,spinal injuries,by an at fault driver,Do I need a lawyer? I'm already disabled.how are settlements figur

4 years after being dropped on the floor in hospital, I need to have replacements done again & hip now. Can they be sued.

Do I have a case? If so, which type of lawyer should i contact? Do I need to do something before two years is up?

Did my Mother suffer a stroke during Carotid Endarterectomy?

What should I do?