In a personal injury case with a contingent fee, can an attorney require us to agree on a minimum settlement amount?

On a contingency fee basis, an attorney is agreeing to devote their time to the cause and not get paid until the conclusion of the case. An...

The refusal to accept the service of a summons and complaint does not get your case dismissed. There are various ways to properly serve a lawsuit....

What course of action should be taken when being hit by and uninsured driver?

You should file a claim under your policy for the damages sustained as a result of the uninsured motorist. If you do not have insurance coverage...

I was in a car accident and now I'm being sued. How far can they get with this?

Once served with the summons and complaint, turn them over to your insurance carrier so can file timely responses on your behalf. Your assigned...

OK I was in auto accident. is my case value less if I aggravated an old injury?

An injury may be exacerbated as a result of a car accident. Your first mistake was handling this mater on your own, especially when you knew there...

Is there a way to talk to a mediator after mediation?

The mediator is supposed to be a neutral third-party. There should not be any ex part communications with the mediator after the mediation. These...

How much damage am I responsible for when hitting a car door with my own door? Just the dent itself or the entire door?

You are responsible for the reasonable cost to repair the damages, plus loss of use damages during the period of repair. The owner of the vehicle...

If your are found to not be at fault but were possibly impaired in a car accident can you be charged?

This a very serious matter. The police report is not the final decision on issues of liability. The owner and driver of your sister's vehicle can...

Am I able to withdraw money from my kids blocked trust account for school clothes and shoes, things that they need now?

You have already indicated that the court has denied your request on several occasions. You should consult with a local lawyer to determine if you...

How can I sue for lost wages

You should turn the matter over to your own insurance company and file an insurance claim with the semi-truck's insurance carrier. You have a duty...