Questions answered by David H. Burns

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My son fell off a ladder broke his arm(needs surgery) while visiting his dad. (Dad rents) Who should be responsible 4 med bill

David's answer | Answered on October 22, 2012

The Dad's renter's insurance if an apartment or home-owners insurance if he rents a home may provide medical payments coverage without regard to...

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I slipped on some juice at wal mart i have internal derangement and go to see a specialist nxt week i have already talk to a

David's answer | Answered on October 22, 2012

You have not harmed your case by talking to the adjuster. You should call an experienced personal injury attorney in the Quincy/Tallahassee area...

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Do the government entity usually settle or go to trial for trip and fall clams in florida?

David's answer | Answered on October 12, 2012

Each case is different and it will depend on the facts in a particular case, but most Florida governmental entities take a tough stand on personal...

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My son was hit by a car while riding his bike. the at fault driver has coverage up to 25,000.

David's answer | Answered on October 08, 2012

You will need to make sure that the at-fault driver was also the only owner of the at-fault vehicle. If anyone else was either the sole owner or a...

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My car was hit by a drunk driver.I was not in my vehicle at time.Cops were called, and guy was arrested for multiple charges

David's answer | Answered on October 02, 2012

If the drunk driver had auto insurance, make a property damage claim under his insurance. If he did not have insurance or if the insurance was not...

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If I am an uninsured passenger in a non-at-fault car accident, Who will be paying for my bills? Can i sue the person at fault?

David's answer | Answered on October 01, 2012

If you did not own a motor vehicle, you will be entitled to no-fault benefits in addition to having a claim for personal injuries against the...

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I filed and won a complaint against my former attorney and he is being punished by the Bar. I was told by the Bar I may ask for

David's answer | Answered on October 01, 2012

It will depend on the facts in your case. The following response assumes this occurred in Florida. For example, if the attorney caused you injury...

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Diminished value

David's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

Even though the at-fault driver was insured, they are still personally liable for all damages caused by their negligence, including diminished...

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Can i sue someone that has no insurance, and sue my ins. company?

David's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

In Florida, you can sue both the at-fault driver and the owner of the at-fault vehicle for personal injuries caused by the at-fault driver's...

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Family member was seriously hurt by an employee of VFW. Woman was intoxicated 3 times over the limit, left the VFW and hit him

David's answer | Answered on August 28, 2012

Was the woman just visiting the VFW while she was drinking and not on duty, or was she drinking while in the course and scope of her employment? ...

David H. Burns's Answers (247)

My son fell off a ladder broke his arm(needs surgery) while visiting his dad. (Dad rents) Who should be responsible 4 med bill

I slipped on some juice at wal mart i have internal derangement and go to see a specialist nxt week i have already talk to a

Do the government entity usually settle or go to trial for trip and fall clams in florida?

My son was hit by a car while riding his bike. the at fault driver has coverage up to 25,000.

My car was hit by a drunk driver.I was not in my vehicle at time.Cops were called, and guy was arrested for multiple charges

If I am an uninsured passenger in a non-at-fault car accident, Who will be paying for my bills? Can i sue the person at fault?

I filed and won a complaint against my former attorney and he is being punished by the Bar. I was told by the Bar I may ask for

Diminished value

Can i sue someone that has no insurance, and sue my ins. company?

Family member was seriously hurt by an employee of VFW. Woman was intoxicated 3 times over the limit, left the VFW and hit him