Questions answered by Stephen Laurence Hoffman

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What to do when a car is totaled due to ice and the other driver's fault and the insurance compensation is inadequate.

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 22, 2016

Unfortunately, this happens to almost everyone who finances a vehicle but does not take out gap insurance or at least agreed upon value insurance. ...

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Is my impairment rating only benefits im entitled to? Or is there more? If so What are some perfect examples?

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 22, 2016

You are asking questions that your lawyer both should have been asked and which he or she should have explained to you anyway without you...

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What will the state of illinois make them do? Will my mom be able to still live in their home? What happens to their income?

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 22, 2016

This is an "elder law" issue. Speak to a lawyer who focuses on Elder Law. I certainly know several really superb ones who can guide you through...

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What type of legal expertise do I need to look for, to handle defense against a "personal injury" claim?

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 21, 2016

Since I don't know what you are sued for, I can't tell you what kind of lawyer you need. Usually, if you are sued for negligence, such as a car...

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My dog was misdiagnosed which resulted in his death, and huge extra expenses. What type of lawyer do I need?

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 21, 2016

Stat with a lawyer familiar with animal law. As stated by Mr. Brabender, these are tough cases anyway, especially in animals. While I as a...

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What legal actions can I take?

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 21, 2016

You likely have a workers' compensation case and should talk to a lawyer ASAP about your options. Get medical treatment and do not provide any...

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Should I go back to my doctor or should I go to a different hospital and let them test me? I think a mistake has been made.

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Get immediate medical care somewhere else. Once you have done that, call an attorney. If a material was left behind, this could be a malpractice...

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What should I do now and can I sue my ex, his new wife and mother for slandering my name in and out of court?

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Court proceedings are generally immune from libel and slander. I'd suggest you get s lawyer. Otherwise you're simply setting yourself up for...

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Is it illegal for an insurance company to avoid paying me for an incident?

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

You're being played by an insurance company. Add you to the list of millions. Without a lawyer you have zero chance of being treated fairly....

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Can I drop a workers com claim? Do I have to attend the deposition? Would I get in trouble with the unemployment?

Stephen's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

PPD should not be impacted by unemployment. I suggest talking to your lawyer about your options.

Stephen Laurence Hoffman's Answers (18896)

What to do when a car is totaled due to ice and the other driver's fault and the insurance compensation is inadequate.

Is my impairment rating only benefits im entitled to? Or is there more? If so What are some perfect examples?

What will the state of illinois make them do? Will my mom be able to still live in their home? What happens to their income?

What type of legal expertise do I need to look for, to handle defense against a "personal injury" claim?

My dog was misdiagnosed which resulted in his death, and huge extra expenses. What type of lawyer do I need?

What legal actions can I take?

Should I go back to my doctor or should I go to a different hospital and let them test me? I think a mistake has been made.

What should I do now and can I sue my ex, his new wife and mother for slandering my name in and out of court?

Is it illegal for an insurance company to avoid paying me for an incident?

Can I drop a workers com claim? Do I have to attend the deposition? Would I get in trouble with the unemployment?