Questions answered by David J. McCormick

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I got a careless driving ticket when in a car accident. I feel it was not my fault. I have a lawyer filing a notice of appear

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

You need to talk to your lawyer and find out what they need you to do in the future.

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I was involved in a 3 car accident on 03/01/12. I was only aware that 1 vehicles was sighted can I still file claim on second?

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

Talk to a local personal injury attorney ASAP. They will go after any responsible party. Also, do not give any recorded statements or sign any...

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Who pays the state disabilty lien in a wc case

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

Every case if different, so you need to talk to your attorney since the question of who pays this back is usually part of the settlement negotiations.

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What are the pros and cons of a structured settlement loan? How does it work & can it be for less than the entire settlement?

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

I agree with Attorney Farris. Also, if you are looking for a, advance type loan on your case beware!! First of all I do not know of any company...

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If I decide to hire an attorney to sue for pain and suffering for a work related injury, can chapter 13 keep any money.

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

Since you have a worker’s comp. claim you cannot sue your employer for pain and suffering. Worker’s comp. is based on schedules; it does not...

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School accuses me of defamation and aspersion because i posted a picture in Facebook of me doing a dirty finger.

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

I would talk with a local civil rights lawyer ASAP to find out what your rights are and whether your school overstepped its authority. Do not wait,...

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Would repairing car parts instead of replacing be insurance fraud or small claims court?

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

You need to report this to your insurance company ASAP. I would think they would work with you on getting your car properly repaired since patches...

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How is time lost from work obtained when hours are not constant from day to day.

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

Everyone’s earnings are different, so there is no cookie cutter approach to wage loss claims. If you have had the same job for several years...

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Settled my auto accident case 30 days ago, but I still have not received release papers for my check. Problem?

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

Sometimes the holdup is with the adjuster drafting the paperwork, going on vacation, quitting. Try to schedule a meeting with your attorney and...

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Can a personal injury settelment be used to caculate child support??

David's answer | Answered on August 16, 2012

Contact a local family law attorney ASAP, they will be able to tell you how child support treats this type of settlement. Good luck.

David J. McCormick's Answers (5001)

I got a careless driving ticket when in a car accident. I feel it was not my fault. I have a lawyer filing a notice of appear

I was involved in a 3 car accident on 03/01/12. I was only aware that 1 vehicles was sighted can I still file claim on second?

Who pays the state disabilty lien in a wc case

What are the pros and cons of a structured settlement loan? How does it work & can it be for less than the entire settlement?

If I decide to hire an attorney to sue for pain and suffering for a work related injury, can chapter 13 keep any money.

School accuses me of defamation and aspersion because i posted a picture in Facebook of me doing a dirty finger.

Would repairing car parts instead of replacing be insurance fraud or small claims court?

How is time lost from work obtained when hours are not constant from day to day.

Settled my auto accident case 30 days ago, but I still have not received release papers for my check. Problem?

Can a personal injury settelment be used to caculate child support??