Questions answered by Michael Elliott Rubinstein

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I was hit in a crosswalk as a pedestrian, driver at fault. His insurance is low-balling me - what are my options?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 31, 2015

If the insurance offered you the policy limits, they have no obligation to offer you more. A policy limits is not a low-ball. Please hire a lawyer.

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Went on a job interview and was bitten by the owner's dog. I went to the ER. No response from attorney I emailed. Next steps?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 31, 2015

Insurance companies often have clauses for Settling dog bites (ie, between $1000 and $5000). The law doesn't care whether the dog had a history of...

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Rear-ended someone and being blamed 100% at fault when it was NOT due to driving neglectfully. What can I do to fight this?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 31, 2015

Unfortunately the Vehicle Code would place you at fault for this accident. If you had been a safer distance behind the car that stopped abruptly,...

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I was involved in an accident and the insurance offered me $450

Michael's answer | Answered on March 31, 2015

How long ago was the accident? Did you undertake any follow up medical care? It's not unusual for one to experience pain for months following even...

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Can I sue the company?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 29, 2015

Yes you can sue the company. Assuming the driver was on the job, the company's insurance company will be responsible for your damages. I...

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I recently got into a bike accident cyclist vs car. I'm trying to make a deal with the driver without going to court

Michael's answer | Answered on March 29, 2015

If you were injured, even slightly, talk to a personal injury attorney. As to how much is reasonable for the repairs to your bike, assuming the...

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My friend settled after an auto accident. Now the hospital wants a huge sum. She is on Medicare. Is it too late for an atty?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 26, 2015

It is unclear why your friend's hospital bill was not paid by Medicare. The sad reality is that very few attorneys would take the time to review...

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Got into a accident and have no insurance, other driver license is expired

Michael's answer | Answered on March 26, 2015

As a general rule, a car turning left has to yield to oncoming traffic traveling straight. It doesn't matter if you didn't see that car. As for...

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I hit someone on the freeway in California. I have insurance but the car I hit does not. Am I still liable for all of the damage

Michael's answer | Answered on March 26, 2015

Were you injured? If so, hire an attorney, who might be able to help you recover under your uninsured motorist provision of your auto policy (if...

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I was backing out of my drivewayto repark my car into a 3way stop sign.A car went so on my turn I reversed and hit a car, fault?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 26, 2015

Liability is not clear in this scenario, but the Vehicle Code does require a car backing out of a private driveway to yield to traffic already on...

Michael Elliott Rubinstein's Answers (528)

I was hit in a crosswalk as a pedestrian, driver at fault. His insurance is low-balling me - what are my options?

Went on a job interview and was bitten by the owner's dog. I went to the ER. No response from attorney I emailed. Next steps?

Rear-ended someone and being blamed 100% at fault when it was NOT due to driving neglectfully. What can I do to fight this?

I was involved in an accident and the insurance offered me $450

Can I sue the company?

I recently got into a bike accident cyclist vs car. I'm trying to make a deal with the driver without going to court

My friend settled after an auto accident. Now the hospital wants a huge sum. She is on Medicare. Is it too late for an atty?

Got into a accident and have no insurance, other driver license is expired

I hit someone on the freeway in California. I have insurance but the car I hit does not. Am I still liable for all of the damage

I was backing out of my drivewayto repark my car into a 3way stop sign.A car went so on my turn I reversed and hit a car, fault?