William S. Stern's Answers (1404)

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My daughter cut the tip of her finger off in school what should I do

William's answer | Answered on October 25, 2016

Talk to an injury lawyer. These cases are problematic in that the district and teacher have immunity unless they are are grossly negligent as...

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Will medicare pay for my back surgery, now that I am on disability that workmans comp refused to pay for?

William's answer | Answered on October 23, 2016

When you are discussing settlement and Medicare in the same sentence, make sure that you have an experienced workers compensation attorney handling...

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What is the difference between mens rea and inpersonum jurisdiction

William's answer | Answered on October 22, 2016

The other lawyer gave you a correct answer. I would say that the person who asked the question doesn't have a clue about anything legal because one...

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Is it legal in michigan to have bead blast dust put into the air forcing employees to breathe it?

William's answer | Answered on October 22, 2016

Make a complaint to MIOSHA (Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act). The complaint procedure is available on line.

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Can my employer pay my last check as hourly at minimum wage if I was on salary?

William's answer | Answered on October 21, 2016

Sue your employer in the district court for the difference. If it is not a corporation, you may want to sue in small claims court. You can also...

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I would like to know if what I was offered for a settlement is wrong?

William's answer | Answered on October 19, 2016

The value is what a jury would give you if the case went to court. Talk to a an injury lawyer. My experience is that the juries do not give the...

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What can I do if my child (will be 2 in Nov.) was injured at a store?

William's answer | Answered on October 17, 2016

How about asking this question to a lawyer that specializes in personal injury? It sounds like there may be a claim to be pursued in behalf of your...

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If I get hurt on the job do i get paid

William's answer | Answered on October 14, 2016

You have to be off for seven consecutive days before the employer owes you wage loss benefits. However, the employer is responsible for the medical...

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What are my chances of a disability case if I feel I was hurt at work and they are not paying me or finding me anything else

William's answer | Answered on October 07, 2016

See an experienced Workers Compensation specialist. You can find one using Avvo.

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What is the timetable for collection judgements against me

William's answer | Answered on October 04, 2016

You also may want to discuss a bankruptcy, which may be beneficial depending upon many other circumstances.

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