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I was in a car accident today and the other person was at fault and she tore my front end up and i dont have car insurance
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Answered on January 13, 2013
Fill put a police report, photograph the damage, and file a claim against her carrier.
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Can i sue the hospital? I had my tubes tied in april 2005. I then went to the hospital in June 2012 with ectopic pregnancy!
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Answered on January 13, 2013
Probably not for several reasons.
First, you may be beyond any time limit. Generally, you have two years but never more than four years from the...
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The blame of an accident was placed on me when the accident happened before I hit. What can I do?
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Answered on January 13, 2013
First of all, do not pay the ticket or plead guilt, as this can be an admission of liability for any civil case.
Report this to your carrier ASAP...
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I was hit by a car while crossing the street , i was discharged form the hospital ! now docs say i need knee replacement !
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Answered on January 13, 2013
Unless you filed a case within two years of the incident, you have no legal remedy. I'm sorry. There seems to be nothing that can be done.
If a...
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I was let go from my job in November but I am still getting full salaried pay checks. Do I let the company know? Am I responsibl
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Answered on January 12, 2013
This isn't a workers' compensation issue unless you were injure, which you don't indicate.
You should consult with an employment lawyer to make...
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I am only receiving 55% of my money due from an auto accident. Would It be worth hiring a lawyer so I may receive 100%?
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Answered on January 12, 2013
Best option is to have your carrier repair. You'll pay the deductible, but your company can Subrogate and recoup the money from the other carrier....
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Can they make me pay the cost of the damage?
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Answered on January 12, 2013
Yes.
Court is criminal but damaged are civil. This is called Subrogation. Basically, the other insurer is trying to get repaid the money it...
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Do I need to file a police report?
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Answered on January 11, 2013
Just to be careful, file a police report and get a copy.
In addition, report this to your car insurance company. They will take care of...
Can I argue a "Failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident" ticket based on the fact that I did reduce speed?
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Answered on January 11, 2013
Sure you can argue it. But the officer will testify that based on his review of the scene and witness interviews that he felt you warranted the...
My lawyer had me sign a waiver saying he authority to settle a case without my consent if he thinks it's enough. what is this?
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Answered on January 10, 2013
Generally, this is not something that should be included in a contract with an attorney. While there is use for a limited power of attorney to...