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What type of legal specialty (Personal injury, negligence etc.) would I seek out for insurance carrier/agent suit on claims?
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Answered on September 17, 2014
Sorry to hear of your situation. This appears to start with the policy or contract. I would look for an insurance coverage attorney in your area to...
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Personal injury from fall opinion
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Answered on September 17, 2014
The gap in treatment and delay in onset of your back symptoms is problematic. First you will need a medical expert to support the position that the...
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I have a worker's comp case going on. Since I got an attorney in 2011, I have not received any mileage checks. Is this legal?
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Answered on September 17, 2014
I am sorry for your situation. Given the facts, I would ask to meet with your lawyer to go over the options as they are most familiar with the...
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In a workers comp case can a law judge stop you from answering a question during a hearing?
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Answered on September 17, 2014
Judges are provided leeway in conducting hearings. Note there is limited time to appeal or even consider a request for reconsideration. If you went...
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My daughter is receiving a sum from a wrongful death lawsuit. How will this be distributed if she's a minor? Will I have a say?
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Answered on September 17, 2014
You may have access to those funds for your daughter's direct benefit. That said, you will want to consult with an attorney to access the funds and...
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Can a former employer be held accountable for possible defamation.
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Answered on September 17, 2014
In a technical sense, yes. This does not, however, appear to be a case that would be worth your time pursuing. While these comments by your former...
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Do my discrimination(fired due to injury) suit against employer get heard in civil court or through the workers comp. Board?
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Answered on September 17, 2014
Traditionally, that will fall outside of the WC. I would consult your WC attorney on the specifics and to ensure you did not settle your other...
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What is a good amount to ask for?
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Answered on September 17, 2014
From your facts, it is impossible to assign a value. You indicated you are still in pain, so perhaps you are not done with medical care. If this is...
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Person slapped in face by other patron at a bar. No real injuries. Possible to get punitive damages from slapping person. Has $
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Answered on September 17, 2014
It is possible under your facts. That said, the value can change based on the specific facts of the case and the involvement of the parties. If...
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Hello, my wife was in a car accident last year.. a car was stopped in front of her, she was struck from the rear ???
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Answered on September 17, 2014
Consult an attorney. Three car accidents are difficult, but are very fact specific. A local personal injury attorney will go over the property...