Awful. It happens way too much out there. Call your insurer and get underinsured/uninsured motorist coverage for these very situations. If you have...

Thinking of getting attorney

Get a lawyer. They will not offee fair value without representation. Good luck. You can review ratings and reviews of lawyers here on avvo.

I had an accident exiting an Amtrak Train in the Portland, Ore. station on 8-17-12 and had a concussion and broke a tooth.

Hard to say because you have not offered enough facts. But if it happened in OR, then their SOL likely applies. I would not wait another minute...

Does this situation fall under respondeat superior?

Good question. It is most likely that no, he should not have to cover anything, though it all depends on several factors. I agree with my...

HELP NEEDED 2 GET MORE $ FOR PAIN/SUFFERING AFTER CAR WRECK IN WA W/PROGRESSIVE + a few other related questions.

It probably is too low. Always always always have a qualified attorney assist you. Even your insurer is not on your side. Also one should never...

I was the victim of a car accident, couldn't get a lawyer, so I tried to handle the case myself....

Sorry to hear that it is true you Must personally serve defendant. You need a lawyer. It is possible you can defeat the motion. Cite Cr 1 in...

Should I seek counsel?

yes, you should. And don't speak to any adjuster unless it is from your insurer. Do not try settling this without counsel. And be sure not to...

The famous judge Learned Hand once said: "justice in the air will not due." Unfortunately, because, in fact, this truck did not hit you and yours,...

Do I need to sign paperwork to be covered?

Don't sign anything and get counsel. It is the only way.

Do I need to use a specific template when requesting that my carrier settle a claim made against me within my policy limits?

There is no specific template. I will say that in my experience you will need a good lawyer. No insurer coughs up 100K in limits without the...