What action if any can I take against the police department even though I wasn't physically injured

Thankfully you are OK. If there is no injury there really is no reason to bring a claim against the NYPD in this scenario. A police vehicle...

If I receive workers comp check bi- weekly, and apply for disability will it affect my workers comp checks or settlement amount?

If you apply and qualify for SSDI it should not have any affect on your entitlements under Worker's Compensation. I suggest you discuss this with...

What rights does one have related to his employer if he exceeds 6 months of disability due to car accident & what is best to do?

Only your father (with your help) can choose the best course of action but perhaps some information can help. First of all, in addition to NYS...

After a workmens comp case is settled and there are problems with medical etc. does the lawyer continue to represent you?

Technically, a firm who has handled your case up to and through settlement does still represent you post-settlement. You are still their client. ...

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Whom do I contact for referral to attorney for lawsuit against my own attorney?

Attorney malpractice claims are certainly a special type of case, but any qualified personal injury attorney worth their salt can handle a legal...

Would I be responsible if my car was stolen and was involve in a accident while I was away on vacation?

As mentioned, you should not be responsible for this event if you were out of state and had nothing to do with the manner in which the car was...

I live in ny state can i only collect on the liability insurance that the other driver had when I settle on my case.

Im sorry to hear about your current predicament. While you can "sue" for any amount you wish - the problem comes when you are trying to...

I need a slip and fall attorney

Mr. Maitra, I highly suggest that you contact a local personal injury attorney in Chicago immediately. You can find one using the Avvo "Find a...

Do I need a lawyer to collect for my injury?

It is really not possible to answer your question without at least some fax about how you were injured. While you can certainly try to obtain a...

I was riding my bike down the sidewalk and was about to cross an intersection and a truck pulled out on a red light right on red

It is unclear from your question whether the truck was proceeding through a red light at an intersection or pulling out from a parking space when...