Questions answered by Christopher B. Rounds

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Should I take a $500 settlement and medical paid through June on a hit and run accident by a semi-truck? Should I ask for more?

Christopher's answer | Answered on May 26, 2014

No, you should not ask for more. Instead, you should hire an attorney to do the negotiating for you. Trying to save money by representing yourself...

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How is pain & suffering calculated for car accidents? Is there a formula?

Christopher's answer | Answered on May 26, 2014

There is no such formula. The only thing I know for sure is that you are likely to put a lot more money in your pocket if you hire a lawyer. ...

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How likely is it for my attorney fees to be awarded or reimbursed for the costs of my personal injury case?

Christopher's answer | Answered on May 26, 2014

Extremely unlikely. But don't let that stop you from hiring an attorney. 99 times out of 100, you will get much more money in your pocket if you...

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How advisable is it to switch attorneys in a personal injury case (other person at fault) if my attorneys are incompetent?

Christopher's answer | Answered on May 24, 2014

In general, insurance companies won't pay a dime for pain and suffering until they settle the entire claim. So, if you are still treating, it...

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My son was injured by a window fall. Can anything be done against the landlord if there were no screens on any of the windows?

Christopher's answer | Answered on May 24, 2014

Yes, You should consult with an attorney about making a claim on behalf of your son to pay his medical expenses and to compensate him for pain and...

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Can I sue previous landlord for libel defamation of character for filing a false rental reference?

Christopher's answer | Answered on May 20, 2014

Have you gone back to the folks who helped you "take appropriate steps to legally terminate the rental agreement"? It seems like they might be...

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Am I required to provide full disclosed answers to the Interrogatory questions& is there a form that I could attach private info

Christopher's answer | Answered on May 19, 2014

Questions like these are pretty routine in any personal injury case. But you really should not try to represent yourself. 99 times out of...

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Can an insurance company sue my daughter and I after they had paid off an auto claim.

Christopher's answer | Answered on May 19, 2014

If State Farm was the insurer for the party your daughter hit, what they are doing is pretty routine, despite what your agent is telling you. They...

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Contract terminated without notice - do I have a case? (reposted with clearer information)

Christopher's answer | Answered on April 28, 2014

Without seeing the contract, it is hard to know for sure, but the "as needed" language might be a bit of a problem for you. Plus, with a five-day...

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Is there a time limit to involve an attorney in a personal injury case? Was hit by a car on my bicycle on 2/13/14.

Christopher's answer | Answered on April 28, 2014

Yes. In general, a personal injury lawsuit must be filed within two years of the accident. But you should not delay in seeing a lawyer. Most...

Christopher B. Rounds's Answers (673)

Should I take a $500 settlement and medical paid through June on a hit and run accident by a semi-truck? Should I ask for more?

How is pain & suffering calculated for car accidents? Is there a formula?

How likely is it for my attorney fees to be awarded or reimbursed for the costs of my personal injury case?

How advisable is it to switch attorneys in a personal injury case (other person at fault) if my attorneys are incompetent?

My son was injured by a window fall. Can anything be done against the landlord if there were no screens on any of the windows?

Can I sue previous landlord for libel defamation of character for filing a false rental reference?

Am I required to provide full disclosed answers to the Interrogatory questions& is there a form that I could attach private info

Can an insurance company sue my daughter and I after they had paid off an auto claim.

Contract terminated without notice - do I have a case? (reposted with clearer information)

Is there a time limit to involve an attorney in a personal injury case? Was hit by a car on my bicycle on 2/13/14.