Questions answered by Jacob R. Podolsky

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A low ball offer of only $500.00 for an accident with injury

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 18, 2015

You need to speak with an attorney so you have the threat of litigation looming. Otherwise the insurance carrier will continue to low ball you.

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Can a school be held liable for causing fabricated undue emotional stress and trauma to a child?

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 17, 2015

Based on these facts I am not sure what emotional stress or trauma your children experienced but if there were any claim to be made it would be for...

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Can I file a lawsuit after being sued myself?

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 17, 2015

You can make a counterclaim however you should consult with an attorney because there is a time limit within which you have to bring the...

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What can be done when a home owner lies about an incident, in order to avoid in making a homeowners claim.?

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 17, 2015

Based on the facts provided it is difficult to tell whether the homeowner simply won't provide you his policy information or the claim has been...

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I have a attorney,but he doesn't seem to give me straight answers about my sons slip and fall case

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 14, 2015

Ask for an in person, sit down meeting with your attorney to clear up any areas of confusion. At a minimum schedule a telephone conference with...

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Can I sue my landlord for falling down the stairs because it was wet

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 14, 2015

The answer is "it depends". In order to prevail on a premises liability claim like this you must show that the landlord knew or should have known...

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Hello i was involved in a car crash in New Jersey on the NJ turnpike. I was rear ended by a driver that was texting.

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 13, 2015

If you were injured it is imperative to seek medical care ASAP. If there were no injuries you do not need to sue the other party for the total...

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Is there "any" attorney willing to allow my wife and I to come in for a consultation regarding surgical/medical issues? I

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 13, 2015

Search attorneys on this website. Many profiles will indicate if free consultations are offered or not. Hopefully that will cut down on the...

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How do we deal with an insurance co that is lowballing and pressuring us to accept an injury settlement?

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 13, 2015

Without an attorney on your side the insurance company knows they have the upper hand. You have no recourse if you are unhappy with their offer. ...

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I am looking for average attorney costs for DV Auto Cases

Jacob's answer | Answered on August 13, 2015

Assuming you are speaking of diminished value you should be able to find an attorney that will work on a contingency basis wherein they will earn...

Jacob R. Podolsky's Answers (91)

A low ball offer of only $500.00 for an accident with injury

Can a school be held liable for causing fabricated undue emotional stress and trauma to a child?

Can I file a lawsuit after being sued myself?

What can be done when a home owner lies about an incident, in order to avoid in making a homeowners claim.?

I have a attorney,but he doesn't seem to give me straight answers about my sons slip and fall case

Can I sue my landlord for falling down the stairs because it was wet

Hello i was involved in a car crash in New Jersey on the NJ turnpike. I was rear ended by a driver that was texting.

Is there "any" attorney willing to allow my wife and I to come in for a consultation regarding surgical/medical issues? I

How do we deal with an insurance co that is lowballing and pressuring us to accept an injury settlement?

I am looking for average attorney costs for DV Auto Cases