Questions answered by Joseph Jonathan Brophy

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Can you give me an estimate of settlement value for a six inch scar across ones forehead and eyelid

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 14, 2010

Settlement value is based on a lot of factors. Take a look at some of the guides on this website. All I can tell you is that the injury itself...

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My daughter was a passenger in a car that was hit from the rear. She doesn't have a drivers license and wasn't living at home.

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 14, 2010

Welcome to the wonderful world of insurance. It's not as cute as the little lizard on TV is it? Seriously, you have good reason to be concerned...

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Showing up for deposition?

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 14, 2010

Contact the lawyer who served you with the subpoena and explain your situation. Usually lawyers will work with witnesses on scheduling as a matter...

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Do I settle for what there attorney is offering me since he can't get anything else from the insurance company?

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

You are represented by a lawyer, and it would be improper for anybody on this website to second guess your lawyer. If you want another opinion, you...

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My lawyer wants to drop me if i find another lawyer will he get a percentage

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

Usually a lawyer does not get a percentage of a fee after withdrawing from a case. It can vary according to the circumstances. Your post does not...

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Would a romantic relationship between a court appointed attorney and client be grounds for 1) appeal\reversal, 2) disbarment?

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

1) The fact of a romantic relationship alone is not going to get you a reversal. You would need to show you were deprived of effective assistance...

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If a judge doesn't like my lawyer will it hurt my case?

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 12, 2010

We don't live in a perfect world, but I think your concern is rather far-fetched. Judges know that lawyers are not supposed to shy away from...

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The epa sent me a notice for a pre-trial hearing for some violations involving nys inspections.

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 12, 2010

You don't indicate what kind of violations were cited. The EPA has a great deal of power and you could be exposed to fines, or having your business...

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Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 11, 2010

This gets a little tricky and technical, but the general concepts are as follows. A legal representative of the estate has to be appointed in TN....

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Could my case be worth more because I was hit by someone during a police high speed chase?

Joseph's answer | Answered on October 08, 2010

The value of your case is a complex equation. The fact that the person who hit your car was very clearly at fault will make the adjuster more...

Joseph Jonathan Brophy's Answers (4068)

Can you give me an estimate of settlement value for a six inch scar across ones forehead and eyelid

My daughter was a passenger in a car that was hit from the rear. She doesn't have a drivers license and wasn't living at home.

Showing up for deposition?

Do I settle for what there attorney is offering me since he can't get anything else from the insurance company?

My lawyer wants to drop me if i find another lawyer will he get a percentage

Would a romantic relationship between a court appointed attorney and client be grounds for 1) appeal\reversal, 2) disbarment?

If a judge doesn't like my lawyer will it hurt my case?

The epa sent me a notice for a pre-trial hearing for some violations involving nys inspections.

Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Could my case be worth more because I was hit by someone during a police high speed chase?