Questions answered by David Thomas Dorer

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I'm trying to decide whether it is worth engaging a personal injury attorney for my claim.

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

If your claim is handled appropriately, bad faith litigation and uninsured motorist coverage could cover all your economic and no economic damages...

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1. If an insurance co. wont give proper settlement for auto accident and I need to sue the driver how long from the date...

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

You can only sue the driver. The insurance company has a duty to the driver to indemnify, that is pay the debts, the defendant up to the policy...

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If one injury leads to another injury which can be fatal, is the party that caused the initial injury responsible for both?

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

The egg shell skull doctrine, which is applicable in most states, says that hypersensitive plaintiffs can recover for damages which a healthier...

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Personal Injury/Bad Faith

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

You may have a claim for bad faith insurance litigation. You can assign the right to sue your insurance company, if the right arises, to the...

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Bank Levy/ Civil Judgment

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

You should pursue a claim against your insurance company for bad faith insurance litigation. Essentially, the insurance company owed you a duty to...

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Do you think it really matters what type of attorney a person retains in a personal injury situation?

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

Personal injury attorneys are really more "insurance attorneys for the people." Insurance is a very complicated process and an experienced personal...

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Can I still claim medical bills after a fall

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

Yes, you have what's called a "premises liability" claim. They are very simple accidents, slip and falls, with very complicated duties to ascertain...

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What can I get compensated for in an auto accident?

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

To answer your question, look up the difference between compensatory and consequential damages. Often consequential damages suffer the plight of...

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Do you think it really matters what type of attorney a person retains in a personal injury situation?

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

Personal injury attorneys are really more "insurance attorneys for the people." Insurance is a very complicated process and an experienced personal...

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Should you file a personal injury tort if the defendant(s) do not have assets to pay settlement/judgment?

David's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

1) depends on the tort and the insurance policy. 2) in any any meritorious tort case, a plaintiff can seek compensatory damages and punitive...

David Thomas Dorer's Answers (294)

I'm trying to decide whether it is worth engaging a personal injury attorney for my claim.

1. If an insurance co. wont give proper settlement for auto accident and I need to sue the driver how long from the date...

If one injury leads to another injury which can be fatal, is the party that caused the initial injury responsible for both?

Personal Injury/Bad Faith

Bank Levy/ Civil Judgment

Do you think it really matters what type of attorney a person retains in a personal injury situation?

Can I still claim medical bills after a fall

What can I get compensated for in an auto accident?

Do you think it really matters what type of attorney a person retains in a personal injury situation?

Should you file a personal injury tort if the defendant(s) do not have assets to pay settlement/judgment?