I'm thinking about asking the store owner to offer me a cash settlement right here and now. How much should I request?

Without any medical treatment, I sincerely doubt you will get any additional offer, or maybe $100 or so. If you were hurt, and need treatment, go...

Sue for punitive damages?

No you cannot. If you had comprehensive and collision coverage on your automobile policy, the car would have been fixed by now. You do not have...

Does my brother need an attorney if the detectives interviewed him?

You have the right to remain silent. Why people do not heed that statement is beyond me. Having talked to the police, he should interview and...

What is the difference between a criminal defense lawyer and a public defender?

Public defenders are criminal defense lawyers. If the office represents a co-defendant or a witness, there is a conflict of interest. In such...

The police will submit their report to the prosecutor, who will decide what charges to file against the defendant. If the matter proceeds to...

Domistic violence? Why haven’t they arrested my baby father?

There is no way any of us can tell you why or why not a criminal case was pursued. It is up to the prosecutor to decide whether or not to file the...

What are my rights?

If you want to pursue an action against the school and the teacher, you will need to file a government claim form within 6 months of the incident. ...

What should I do?

Set up a free consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney who handles slip and fall cases. There are difficulties pursuing these...

Is it okay for the policyholder to refuse to complete a declaration statement? Can the refusal bring any harmful repercussions?

The registered owner has 15/30 liability only, unless the claim is negligent entrustment (that is, the registered owner should not have let the...

Rear-ended but driver's insurance is only paying 20% of my bills. Is small claims court a viable option or should I settle?

If you cannot find an attorney willing to take your case, small claims court is definitely an option. You can sue for up to $10,000.00 for medical...