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Car got scratched by neighbor while she was backing out. We made a deal that she will pay. What happens if she doesn't pay?
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Answered on January 23, 2013
Just make sure if she reneges you report to get carrier ASAP or you'll likely waive then covering this. Accidents and claims usually mist be...
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My Car was stolen from an auto repair shop, and involved in a hit and run accident. Am I responsible for the damages?
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Answered on January 21, 2013
Under these facts, it appears you did everything correctly and you should be off the hook. Make sure to report this to the garage's insurance...
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Can a case be open after 6 years?
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Answered on January 21, 2013
Generally, no.
Cases for personal injury in Illinois, with a few exceptions, must be filed within two years from the date of injury. You mention...
Could you give me a rough esimate for rotatorcuff surgery (left shoulder, right handed) settlement in Illinois?
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Answered on January 21, 2013
First, if thiddid this occur outside Illinois, you may need Oklahoma lawyer, unless you were a borrowed or visiting employee of an Illinois...
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How do i get a idea of a proper settlement for my injury
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Answered on January 20, 2013
The system is inherently unfair so you need a lawyer.
Stephen L. Hoffman
Law Office of Stephen L. Hoffman LLC
Chicago,...
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When I sign a release form to settle under my uninsured motorist claim does that include PIP as well?
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Answered on January 19, 2013
You need to get a lawyer to review the release.
This is an example of why releases should not be signed without lawyer review.
Generally,...
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Daughter in accident (her fault), other driver suing insurance. Second letter from court requestiong daughter's presence.
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Answered on January 18, 2013
Insurance company will handle the case for your daughter as far as civil claims and damages the other driver is seeking.
HOWEVER, the...
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Do I have a suit for a malpractice case?
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Answered on January 18, 2013
As others have said, you may have a negligence case against the first doctor.
However, you must obtain your medical records and consult with a...
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Illinois workers comp penalties. What does it mean when an arbitrator has ordered comp to pay them?
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Answered on January 18, 2013
It has to do with determining they wrongfully withheld or denied benefits or medical treatment. The arbitrator awarded what the Act provides,...
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What will happen at court?
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Answered on January 18, 2013
1. Report it to your insurer and they will handle it.
2. Do not let your wife testify in court as this is surely as losing argument. IF she does...
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