We have no worker's comp insurance, and an employee was injured. Should we hire a lawyer? Settle out of court?

I'd talk to a lawyer. Even a brief consultation should reveal that this is a tough case for the employee to win if he didn't follow directions,...

How long is the wait period for a settlement check in a work comp. case if the attorney and the Adjuster agree upon an amount?

It depends. You knew I'd say that, didn't you? Generally, once an agreed term is reached, one side drafts the contracts evidencing the...

Will judgement automatically be against me if I was in an accident with suspended DL & no insurance (in IL)?

No. The determination of who is "at fault" for an accident is based upon the facts and evidence. Now there are some insurance polices that will...

You don't mention a physical injury. If you were treated for any psychological trauma you should contact both a workers's compensation and person...

Mercury law legal limitation to sue, or get claim that offered to mercury claims department, that gas company has to offer.

Most likely this is beyond the time limitations period. Contact a personal injury lawyer immediately to see If there is any way around this and...

If I have letter from auto ins stating that I am not at fault and they close case, can insurance re-open and raise rates?

It certainly seems as if you have nothing to worry about, based upon the letter. While you can never rely completely upon this type of thing, it...

Suppose you get attack in a eating place by 12 guys and sercuity did nothing can you sue??

These cases, dealing with inadequate security, are very difficult to prove, and often are expensive to pursue since much discovery and many...

Do I sue? What are her chances of winning?

It depends. Normally, infection is considered a risk of surgery, so that would usually not be malpractice. Here, since a MRSA infection is...

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Yes. However, it will be difficult to collect. Your best option is to call a lawyer who can weigh your options. Stephen L. Hoffman Law...

How long does the respondent have to pay benefit after the abitrator rules the claim is compensable?

If it is reviewed,it can take awhile. If not, it shouldn't be long. Talk to your lawyer to find out what the status is in your case. Stephen...