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My husband was in car accident in 2009. Got an attorney in 2010. Can we hire a new attorney?

Drew's answer | Answered on January 01, 2013

You certainly can hire a new attorney. As others have noted, the time frame in this case raises some concerns about Alabama's two year statute of...

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Estimated settlement?

Drew's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

I noticed that you didn't mention anything about your lawyer. Thus, my answer is two-fold. If you have a lawyer, only he or she can advise you...

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Insurance company settled claim and asking me to sign a release of all claims. Is it necessary to have this release reviewed by

Drew's answer | Answered on December 27, 2012

It isn't necessary, but I would certainly advise it. Sometimes insurance companies draft releases too broadly, which can potentially eliminate or...

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My 80yr old mother was in an city bus accident last week. the bus hit a car.

Drew's answer | Answered on December 12, 2012

Schedule an appointment with a local personal injury attorney. Generally speaking, personal injury lawyers do not charge any fees for initial...

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I am working a part time job and making min wage and I can't afford an attorney with upfront retainer fee.

Drew's answer | Answered on November 12, 2012

You may benefit from contacting Legal Services Alabama. Legal Services Alabama is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to providing access...

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Emergency Room Negligence by ER doctor? Gave medication which my record shows allergic to and ER Bracelet had red tag "alergies"

Drew's answer | Answered on November 12, 2012

I agree. Your case has a need for a more conversational setting than a forum can provide. Contact a local personal injury/medical malpractice...

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Should i get a lawyer?

Drew's answer | Answered on November 09, 2012

At least consult a local personal injury lawyer. Most provide free consultations. Based on the information you learn in the consultation, you can...

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I need help filling out a quitclaim form

Drew's answer | Answered on November 07, 2012

Sounds like you might benefit from contacting the Alabama Legal Services. This is a non-profit organization designed to help people who cannot...

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How do I go about sueing someone?

Drew's answer | Answered on November 06, 2012

Contact a local personal injury attorney to discuss your case in more detail. As my colleagues have warned, it sounds like you may have significant...

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Was in car accident not my fault, the other insur. wants to come see damage done on my car.

Drew's answer | Answered on November 06, 2012

My friends are right. Put the insurance adjuster on hold until you speak with your attorney. Don't worry, the insurance company will certainly...

Drew Barnett's Answers (35)

My husband was in car accident in 2009. Got an attorney in 2010. Can we hire a new attorney?

Estimated settlement?

Insurance company settled claim and asking me to sign a release of all claims. Is it necessary to have this release reviewed by

My 80yr old mother was in an city bus accident last week. the bus hit a car.

I am working a part time job and making min wage and I can't afford an attorney with upfront retainer fee.

Emergency Room Negligence by ER doctor? Gave medication which my record shows allergic to and ER Bracelet had red tag "alergies"

Should i get a lawyer?

I need help filling out a quitclaim form

How do I go about sueing someone?

Was in car accident not my fault, the other insur. wants to come see damage done on my car.