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After 3 years, 3 doctors ,2 ime's, 1 surgery . And the same symptoms pain and swelling and no diagnoses for my hand now what?
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Answered on March 23, 2013
Problem is RSD is one of those diagnoses not accepted by insurance companies, meaning they will contest your case. You are limited to two doctors...
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In January I had a 2 level fusion in my lower back. Surgery seemed to go well until a couple months later. Lawsuit?
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Answered on March 23, 2013
Hard to know, as bones may fail to heal without malpractice.
Go see a lawyer with your medical records to have them reviewed by an expert. This...
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Summons - 3.19.13
Insurance company originally said everything is fine, obviously not the case. what next?
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Answered on March 22, 2013
Relax. Your old carrier will cover you up to your policy limits of $20,000 per person and $40,000 per incident. The $50,000 is just the...
I put my car in my friend name and she trying to take it what can I do to get my car back
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Answered on March 22, 2013
So you paid but your friend's name is on the title?
Without a good written agreement to the contrary, unfortunately, I'd say you are out of...
How i can avoid a lien on my personal injury settlement
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Answered on March 22, 2013
Workers' Compensation in Illinois has a lien on repayment of the monies it paid out for TTD, medical, and permanency PPD, IF you recover from a...
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Can I sue my doctor for a tubal? I was in labor
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Answered on March 21, 2013
Likely there is no malpractice. Consult an attorney to verify.
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WC injury that resulted in 2 back surgeries. Prostrate and bowel was struck during 2nd surgery leaving me w/ addtl complications
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Answered on March 21, 2013
I can only hope you have an attorney. A permanent total case that is being contested is something you shouldn't think of handling pro...
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How much is pain and suffering worth?
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Answered on March 21, 2013
The question is possible to answer only if you know what the market will pay--insurer or jury.
Every case is unique. This is why lawyers are...
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Just wanted to know if I have a case?
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Answered on March 19, 2013
Did you report it to the store? If not, first step would be to do that.
Generally, it doesn't seem worth pursuing if all you had was a bruise...
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I am a commercial truck driver and was in an accident over 2 years ago am I individually liable for damages and injuries
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Answered on March 19, 2013
You should be covered by company policy brunt it in to your personal carrier too.
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