Is there a settlement for a hernia claim?

Yes, a hernia is a compensible injury. Perversely, an unoperated hernia is often worth more than one with mesh inserted. I recommend you hire an...

Slip and Fall?

If you were at work, you have a work comp case and no showing of negligence is required. If your employer doesn't own or control the premises, you...

Will my premise liability attorney turn me in if I tell him I have a warrant ?

Your lawyer would not have any incentive and as another lawyer said, would have an ethical restriction against turning you in. The opposing lawyer...

How do I know if it is a HIPAA violation for my supervisor to discuss my medical situation with co worker or her family?

HIPAA doesn't apply here, and it doesn't have a private enforcement mechanism if it did. You don't tell us what was shared or the size of your...

During the accident the air bag it didn't exppoid

Mr. McGowan is spot on. Additionally, you don't want the airbag to deploy unless it is absolutely necessary- that explosion in your face is not...

How do I know if my nieces landlord has home owners insurance to pay for my injury on their property without asking them myself?

yes, but you will likely need an attorney to help you. Your health insurance may be entitled to repayment, there may be medical payments coverage...

if you don't have an attorney, it can take as long as they want to delay it. If you have an attorney and he/she requests an emergency hearing, it...

Who is an interested party under Missouri Wrongful Death distribution settlement law?

There are classes of beneficiaries for a wrongful death case, and the Court cannot approve the settlement nor a distribution without evidence...

Can I be fired from work if I need to have a surgery?

If the injury happened at work, your employer cannot fire you for getting workers compensation benefits. There may be other reasons, however, that...

If a wrongful death lawsuit has been started is it too late to add another plaintiff??

A court has to approve the apportionment in a wrongful death case, and it is not too late to change lawyers or your mind on percentages until the...