Questions answered by Michael Elliott Rubinstein

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Son in law was hit by car on bicycle yesterday 04/22/2015, is he can he sue for pain and suffering?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 23, 2015

Your son-in-law needs to make an appointment with his doctor before he does anything. It sounds like he was injured and needs medical treatment. ...

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What if my attorney told me he cut me my check for a personal injury settlement over a week ago.

Michael's answer | Answered on April 23, 2015

Unfortunately, the mail is often slow, and it doesn't automatically suggest a nefarious intent on the part of your attorney. If you do not...

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Personal Injury resulting from a serious Car Accident in 2013 - My Attorney is pressuring me to sign the settlement

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

It is not unreasonable for you to expect your attorney to offer you an explanation as to the breakdown of fees. You can review the agreement, but...

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What is the statute of limitation for medical malpractice in California?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

One year from the date you knew or should have known about the medical neglect.

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I was involved in a car accident, I did not have insurance, the at fault party did. What can I expect to happen?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

Sorry to hear about your accident. To answer your question-- the fact you were uninsured will prevent you from recovering for your pain and...

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I want a paresonal injury lawyer with great experience to handle my case

Michael's answer | Answered on April 22, 2015

It isn't clear why you are dissatisfied with your current attorney. If you fire him and hire another attorney, your first attorney will likely...

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I was rear ended , didn't have insurance and my attorney says Im not entitled to pain & suffering is that true?also I had not

Michael's answer | Answered on April 21, 2015

Unfortunately your attorney is correct. Under Proposition 213 (Civil Code 3333.3), anyone who is uninsured in an accident is only entitled to...

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Should I hire an attorney for auto accident?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 21, 2015

Sounds like you were in a bad accident--sorry to hear that. To answer your question: YES!! You should have hired a lawyer YESTERDAY, but it's not...

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If "Good Cause" to fire my P.I. lawyer before settlement do I still owe the 33 1/3% Can I file a counter suit for neglecting.

Michael's answer | Answered on April 21, 2015

Sorry to hear that you're disappointed with how your lawyer has been handling your case. To answer your question, you have the right to fire your...

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Who is at fault?

Michael's answer | Answered on April 21, 2015

It is improper to back up on a street, even in the situation you described. It is also improper to make a u-turn as the other driver did. Both...

Michael Elliott Rubinstein's Answers (528)

Son in law was hit by car on bicycle yesterday 04/22/2015, is he can he sue for pain and suffering?

What if my attorney told me he cut me my check for a personal injury settlement over a week ago.

Personal Injury resulting from a serious Car Accident in 2013 - My Attorney is pressuring me to sign the settlement

What is the statute of limitation for medical malpractice in California?

I was involved in a car accident, I did not have insurance, the at fault party did. What can I expect to happen?

I want a paresonal injury lawyer with great experience to handle my case

I was rear ended , didn't have insurance and my attorney says Im not entitled to pain & suffering is that true?also I had not

Should I hire an attorney for auto accident?

If "Good Cause" to fire my P.I. lawyer before settlement do I still owe the 33 1/3% Can I file a counter suit for neglecting.

Who is at fault?