What kind of lawyer do I need

You need a lawyer experienced in defending civil lawsuits, preferably an insurance defense lawyer hired by your insurance company. If the temp...

I just got into a car accident last week because a guy hit from the back when i was yielding, it his fault. How do I sue him?

I believe New Jersey is a "no fault" state, so your ability to sue this individual may be restricted. Make sure you are getting all reasonable and...

The short answer is yes. Under Vehicle Code §17150 the owner of a vehicle is liable for injury or property damage caused by the negligence of a...

I paid a lady $610 for lightly hitting her rear bumper, she agreed the amount was fine and we were done. Now she wants more $.

It's advisable to put any settlement agreement in writing and if at all possible get a release that states you are not liable for any further...

How would I file a suit to prolong the statute date on a medical auto accident claim?

If I understand you correctly, you want to file a lawsuit to protect the statute of limitations and then attempt settlement with the insurance...

I was hit from behind at a red light and he was driving a deisel truck. the insurance company is not payingwhat should I do?

It sounds like clear liability, so you should be entitled to all medical expenses, lost income and pain and suffering caused by the incident. I'm...

Can you just sue the driver if the driver is covered under the insurance, or should you sue the driver and owner of the car?

The best practice is to sue both the driver and owner. An owner can have liability in 2 ways: 1) simply by being an owner and giving permission...

Do I need a financial affidavit?

An affidavit would not hurt but it is not absolutely necessary either. Obviously this person exchanged information with you and you know who he is...

Is there a statue of limitation on suing a neighbor who's dog bit me 4 times?

There is a statute of limitations for every type of personal injury case, including a dog bite. It is my understanding that the statute of...

How do I get the right amount of money for my totaled vehicle?

The appropriate measure of your damages assuming it is a total loss is the "fair market value" of your vehicle just before the accident. That...