If I file a lawsuit that has damages for pain & suffering and permanent scarring

A complaint doesn't generally state a specific amount. But your insurance company may be entitled to be paid back for any bills they paid - which...

I need advice on Disorderly Conduct charges

By your story, you are not guilty, so get a good lawyer.

Im being acussed of 4th degree assault a guy who I don't know that refused to identify himself intered my garage and refused to

you have the right to defend your property. The amount of force you can use to do so depends on the circumstances. Find a good criminal defense...

What will the court do when a person is charged within a year of getting charged shortly after getting other charges dismissed?

Yeah, the judge won't be happy. It technically doesn't count toward the offender score on the felony, but the judge can consider almost anything...

Kind of complicated fact scenario. Yes, something can be done, but there are several potential options. You need to speak with an attorney on...

That's a very interesting question. I also had that happen to a client a while back. it was hard to tell if the dispatcher just didn't understand...

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My 14 year old son was struck by a car while riding his bike. What do I do now?

Contact a top-notch personal injury attorney. He or she can help you through all of this, including the medical bills. There are some very good...

Is it illegal to fail to report a felony?

Agree with the others. Generally, you have no obligation to say anything to the police at any time. but don't lie to them; it's much better to...

How are pain & suffering amounts determined? Is it based off what other similar bases have been awarded?

That is the hardest part of any injury case, determining pain and suffering, because it's amorphous, evanescent, and ephemeral, to borrow a phrase...

Innocent but made to look guilty

Actually, possession of a pipe is not against the law. Use of the pipe is. So they have to be able to prove use, and many prosecutors just don't...