How much is my claim worth

This is the all-time question. No lawyer for a good variety of reasons should be telling prospective or new clients how much their claim is...

I settled my personal injury lawsuit and my lawyer gets one third. He sent me to 2 occupational analyst.

the starting point is your retainer, which is standard and prescribed by the respective judicial departments. If these are expert witness fess...

Personal injury

if you're talking about once a lawsuit starts if there is a rule that says it must be completed by a certain date, the answer is no. Though there...

Personal injury

Need particulars but be mindful that insurance companies are not in the business of tendering money unless it is to their advantage. So, my...

Personal injury case

I presume you mean contact for settlement dialogue or negotiations. Usually it's plaintiff's counsel, because it is the plaintiff who has the...

Personal injury case

It ranges anywhere from 30 to 90 days. Usually 45/60 days after plaintiff's deposition is stipulated in the preliminary or compliance conference...

How do I get an original Judgment of Divorce from the Court in NY into my hands?

Provide a letter of authorization to a third-party or to a lawyer permitting them to obtain a certified copy on your behalf. In matrimonial cases,...

Yes - but it depends on the county. In Suffolk county, NY a supporting deposition can be requested on the back of the traffic ticket. Keep a copy...

Is filing a personal injury lawsuit in my case hurtful to another lawsuit I have filed

I would disagree that it hurts your credibility and sincerity. These are distinct cases. In assessing the settlement of your cases (assuming...

Yes. On its face this is an intentional assault; however, insurance disclaims against intentional acts. So, be weary. An experienced attorney may...