How long does it take to get the settlement once the check is released from the insurance company to my lawyer?

It can take awhile, 2 months is not outlandish. I don't love a $17.5k settlement, though.

In a personal injury case, third party insurance offers to pay 100% of medical bills. How can I prove responsibility?

They will continue to lowball you unless you get a lawyer, sorry to say.

Can you get disability in California for foot surgery?

I'm moving this to SS law; perhaps someone familiar with state disability can help.

Do I need a lawer or should I wait to see if they settle?

It depends how badly his arm is messed up, if it'll heal completely, and how it happened. You only have 2 years to sue McDonald's, so don't let...

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There ARE tort attorneys, all over the place.

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Can I sue for emotional distress

You are describing PTSD. You need to get an attorney and see a psychologist ASAP.

Will Progressive Insurance settle before going to court?

It's hard to say. Make sure you get a good lawyer. You must sue within 2 years, usually, so don't waste time.

Legal Malpractice

Yes, there's a possibility. I have handled cases like this before.

Can I get proper help and compensation?

Keep looking is the best we can probably tell you.

Is my case taking to long? The accident was on may 8 2016

I can't tell either. Just ask him. I would not expect a May accident where you were left unconscious to settle quickly at all.