How can I find out how much the settlement amount is really for if I feel my lawyer is being dishonest about the amount.

I agree with the above. Make sure you do not sign a blank release and get a copy of any release you sign.

Dentists will almost always consider fixing the problem or paying to have it fixed rather than being subjected to a suit. If the cut is in the...

It would be a somewhat complicated case with questions of whether person was on medications, whether it was active and contagious at time of...

What can I do if I need legal assistance and want to retain an attorney, but no attorney will help me?

If the amount of damages is $5000 or less, you can go to small claims court. The clerks will help you fill out the paperwork. If it's damage to an...

How and where do i go to sue my landlord for more than $5000.

If your daughter was injured because of a defect that your landlord knew about and didn't fix (or should have know about) then you should see an...

Can I sue a grocery store for negligence in selling a dangerous item if I avoided the danger and didn't injure myself?

No. Your only potential damage would be emotional or psychological. You would have to have physical injuries to claim purely emotional or...

I was hurt at a store

They may have a med-pay line which will pay your medical bills. Generally stores fight these types of suits because you have to show that they...

Can I sue a company after 3 months of getting hurt?

Yes, you have 3 years to sue unless the building or sign is owned by a municipality in which case you would have to serve a notice of claim within...

Why is the statute of limitation for defamation only 1 year?

In addition to the above answers, the proof necessary to prove or defend against a defamation case (libel/slander) will get stale quickly - such as...

You can do both. A mediation is not binding and is often a good way to settle your case at the mediation or later. Only downside is the extra cost...