What kind of lawyer do I need for my case?

It is not too late to get assistance from a qualified personal injury attorney. Do not delay further.

Is there any way to force the insurance company of the person at fault to pay my "actual" damages?

You have described only a claim for property damage; not injuries. This is essentially a contractual dispute. There is no recovery for...

What would be a fair calculation of a settlement amount in my case. I under stand that i need to be at MMI for accurate offer.

This forum is not the appropriate place to get the advice you need. Your claim appears to be of significant value and you should seek...

Your question does not provide enough facts to determine what,if any, claim you wish to pursue. The best option would be to consult with an...

What should I do about this?

If this was an assault, it should be reported to the police. It would be difficult to pursue any civil recovery. This does not sound like an...

My question is can I negotiate for some of my money up front if I decide to settle?

The short and simple answer to you question is that you should have counsel at mediation if you want to protect your rights and ensure a fair...

I am just trying to get a different perspective. Does this sound like normal procedure?

There are explanations for everything you have stated but you need to get them from the lawyer you retained who has done quite a bit of work for...

Do I still have a viable cause of action?

It is unclear what you mean by "taking a set of torts" or what "illegal stuff" means. If you are referring to civil actions in tort against these...

Can anyone be held liable, either Isuzu or the seller for what I believe to be negligence in communicating known recall issues?

A steering malfunction in a 1994 vehicle is unlikely to be due to a manufacturing defect. Have you had an expert determine what caused the failure?...

How do I get orthodontist to fix this and furthermore, do I have a case if they do not? What about the money left owed?

It sounds like you need to see a different orthodontist. You can contest the bill if the work was done incorrectly but continued discomfort doesn't...