I was just curious how long i have to settle pain and suffering claim after an auto accident?

Perhaps a second opinion is in order.

Something is amiss. You need to speak with your attorney.

Contact an attorney; Avvo has several who are qualified.

Do I need an accident attorney?

Signing the check will likely be foreclose any further claims. This is precisely why retaining, or at least speaking with, a local and qualified...

I was in an auto accident and might need some counsel.

You are cautinoned against giving your adversary anything that may be helpful to them, or harmful to you. Assumedly, you have not spoken with an...

My boyfriend was in a car accident, hurt his back something awful, will need surgery

It likely means that is the maximum that the other vehicle's insurance company would be obligated to pay-out. There may be several other means...

Our son was assaulted at school. What is our first step?

Do not contact the school or any of their representatives, before speaking with a local and qualified personal injury attorney. Nothing to be...

I hired an att'y after car accident,signed a POA contract ,Regretted it.Wanted to fire her,but the contract locked me in(Sue?)

A settlement is binding upon all parties; you and them.

Is there a formula for asking for pain and suffering over and above medicl expenses? And auto repair expenses?

No magic formula; but proceeding without at least speaking with an attorney(s) is usually a recipe for disaster. Good luck.

Any attorney who is versed in personal injury litigation can represent you. Consult with a few and hire the one you are most comfortable with and...