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After I have filed a pro per personal injury case, can I negotiate a settlement directly with the defendant's insurance company?
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Answered on September 30, 2019
I agree with the other response here from Mr. Areshenko, that you need to consult an attorney. If you pursue a personal injury claim on your own...
Can I sue a clinic for a false positive pregnancy test?
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Answered on September 30, 2019
Short answer: no. There are no appreciable damages and no physical harm outside of the two days you thought you may be pregnant. From a liability...
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As a Board Director, is it acceptable to respond to Members without consulting first with the Board?
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Answered on September 30, 2019
The attorney on your board is correct. If a dog bite occurs in a common area, there is potential, albeit a small potential, that the victim could...
I am from California. Can someone from Arizona sue me from an accident that occurred in Arizona and get a judgment on my home?
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Answered on September 30, 2019
Generally speaking, if you are involved in an accident in Arizona, the proper venue for a suit is in Arizona. It seems to me that the heart of...
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Can I file to demand my roommate pay me for unpaid utilities bills and my deposit?
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Answered on September 11, 2019
If you have a writing from her and a demonstrable payment history showing that the utility agreement was as you described, then from a technical...
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Is it worth to sue Amazon for a wrongful delivery for the 3rd time?
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Answered on September 11, 2019
The honest answer to the question is, no. There are no damages to your dilemma, and the economic cost of pursuing the action far outweigh any...
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What should we do about harassment of our business by a collection agency for a bogus debt on a lease that was fulfilled?
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Answered on September 11, 2019
You should consult an attorney that is knowledgeable about the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Collection agencies are heavily regulated by...
Do I have a case against the City of Downey and the Contractor that they hired to fix the sidewalk? I slipped and fell injury.
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Answered on September 11, 2019
You may very well have a potential claim against the City for a dangerous condition upon public property. However, you have a very limited period...
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What happens if defendent in not served in civil case in California?
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Answered on February 14, 2015
You will likely be served. If the plaintiff fails to serve, they will have to explain to the court why they have failed to prosecute the matter. An...
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Is there any rule about stipulation for extension of time to respond to Request for Admissions in district court ?
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Answered on February 14, 2015
Keep in mind, when Mr. Kellener says you may be sanctioned, he is referring to the court ordering that you pay a monetary fine directly to the...