If a stranger hikes on our wooded private land with a steep trail, unbeknownst to us, and gets injured, are we liable?

The general rule is that a trespasser on your land is owed no duty, other than you are not allowed to set traps or otherwise make the land more...

Can I file an insurance claim with my insurance when I get into an accident while a passenger in someone else's car?

Yes, step one of the claim would be exhaustion of the driver's insurance (if driver was liable party) or 3rd party insurance, if (s)he was liable...

Child endangerment is more of a criminal action where a prosecutor may bring charges. Your cause of action would be more along the lines of damage...

My spouse was injured at a fitness facility due to equipment failure. Is it possible to pursue legal action?

You're going to have to prove gross negligence, not just ordinary negligence. Gym waivers are routinely upheld by courts and are difficult to...

Do i need PI attorney for soft tissue/pinched nerve injury?the cost of repair of my car is 5,500

Yes, you need an attorney. The fact that "the insurance" said you can only choose one Chiro or PT alone is proof you need help with your claim....

Auto accident in ca. Can passenger of the at-fault driver make a claim against the driver if family member living in same home?

Minimum policy limits in California are written as 15k/30k split limit policies, meaning 15k "per person" and 30k "per accident", regardless of the...

Is there a limit,, on $ amount, to sue an insurance co?

You sound very emotional regarding your case, and perhaps rightfully so. However, with the process dragging out for 4 years, and with the amount...

Medical bills (covered by insurance) to be taken from our 30k awarded settlement? How to fight? Is this normal?

This is a complex issue with no easy answer. As posters said before me, part of the issue is what kind of insurance you have, i.e., ERISA plan,...

Fractured shoulder in three places in 2013 in grocery store. Store is claiming it was my fault. I have severe issues now.

I hope you have already filed your case or you are mistaken about the year of your fall, otherwise you may have run the statute and your claim may...

Do I need a personal injury lawyer

Yes, hire a Sacramento personal injury attorney right away and stop talking to GEICO. Of course they want you to settle your case for $300 and go...