Once the defendant does not answer or response to publication in a civil suit with a court order and i have to get a court date?
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Answered on October 03, 2024
Depends on how viable the case is, unless you find someone to do a limited scope representation.
you discuss fees privately with individual...
Why is attorney asking for money upfront? Is this a common practice?
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Answered on October 02, 2024
Very standard for a partial retainer to be paid before initial work is done. Otherwise, can you see doing an estate plan and never getting...
When serving a deposition subpoena to a witness, what should be included?
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Answered on October 02, 2024
No reason to attach anything to the subpoena. The items you refer to could be used during a deposition or other testimony to refresh recollection.
Injury at physical therapy
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Answered on October 02, 2024
Unlikely covered by wc but it’s possible. Details and specific details would have to be evaluated.
I’d talk to your lawyer.
Advice or time to hire an attorney?
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Answered on October 01, 2024
As soon as possible! You’ve waited quite a while and you should not delay any longer. There’s no negative here if you’re serious about getting...
I’m being sued for 50,000 after a car accident that happened in 2021.
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Answered on October 01, 2024
Let your insurance take over. Get the paperwork over to them ASAP. They’ll retain counsel as part of your insurance.
Can I sue a fitness center for negligence after my minor son was injured?
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Answered on October 01, 2024
Problems include the waiver you signed as part of your membership, the lack of negligence, and your lack of supervision.
Run this by a lawyer to...
Does a doctor legally have to notify you of test results if there is an illness ?
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Answered on October 01, 2024
Generally, it is presumed a doctor should inform a patient of any abnormal results. If anything horrific occurred as a result of failing to treat...
Do I entitle to a copy of the settlement agreement?
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Answered on September 30, 2024
Nope. You’re not entitled to anything that is private and confidential between the plaintiff and his or her attorney.
Be happy it settled.
Can I still go after the insurance company / person?
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Answered on September 30, 2024
They mislead you? No, they did exactly what insurance companies do--talk to people without lawyers and get them money fast and sign away...