Questions answered by Craig A. Post

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I am the petitioner in a proceeding -two of the three defendants didn't appear on the returnable date or oppose my petition.

Craig's answer | Answered on June 22, 2015

As Mr. Mitchell suggests, there is not enough information here to discuss your possible recourse. What relief were you seeking? Did the court...

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Does it make sense to use an attorney for homeowners insurance claim?

Craig's answer | Answered on June 22, 2015

Only by actually sitting down with an attorney will these questions be adequately addressed. If it is as complex as you suggest, you need to...

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Small Car Colission with only cell phone information exchanged. What can really happen from this point on? (IF SHE'S NOT LYING

Craig's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

I agree with Mr. Wolf. Report it to applicable insurance company and exchange information with the other driver. It's what you have insurance...

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Can I be sued?

Craig's answer | Answered on June 18, 2015

You only need to consider hiring your own attorney if it is probable that the plaintiff could obtain a judgment in excess of the limits of your...

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What exceptions apply to (auto) personal injury cases, that allow some people to be awarded more than policy limits?

Craig's answer | Answered on June 18, 2015

Putting aside any viable bad faith claim, an insurance company is never liable for more than the limits of the policy issued. Obtaining an award,...

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Parking lot accident involving a Pedestrian advice. Not sure what I should do next and nervous about it.

Craig's answer | Answered on June 11, 2015

Put your carrier on notice and stop posting any more information concerning this matter. It's not necessarily helpful.

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Sup Court Civil litigation: My attorney was missing required evidence at a trial. The judge advised we would lose without it.

Craig's answer | Answered on June 11, 2015

If the settlement was put on the record and so ordered by the court, it is unlikely you will be able to vacate it. You should consult with an...

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File deposition before trial

Craig's answer | Answered on June 08, 2015

I'll assume this is a state court matter in which case there is no requirement (unless by local or part rule) that deposition transcripts be...

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My ex-girlfriend owes me money for a car loan, she moved out to Nassau County, I live in Suffolk where do I file a small claim?

Craig's answer | Answered on June 08, 2015

Putting aside your proof issues, the amount in controversy exceeds small claims jurisdiction. You would have to bring the action in either city...

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I just found mold in my apartment after they did some plumbing work, should I contact a lawyer before I tell the apartment compl

Craig's answer | Answered on June 08, 2015

Contact a lawyer and the board of health. You need to have testing done to determine the level of mold in the unit. Also, without a doctor, even...

Craig A. Post's Answers (1138)

I am the petitioner in a proceeding -two of the three defendants didn't appear on the returnable date or oppose my petition.

Does it make sense to use an attorney for homeowners insurance claim?

Small Car Colission with only cell phone information exchanged. What can really happen from this point on? (IF SHE'S NOT LYING

Can I be sued?

What exceptions apply to (auto) personal injury cases, that allow some people to be awarded more than policy limits?

Parking lot accident involving a Pedestrian advice. Not sure what I should do next and nervous about it.

Sup Court Civil litigation: My attorney was missing required evidence at a trial. The judge advised we would lose without it.

File deposition before trial

My ex-girlfriend owes me money for a car loan, she moved out to Nassau County, I live in Suffolk where do I file a small claim?

I just found mold in my apartment after they did some plumbing work, should I contact a lawyer before I tell the apartment compl