Questions answered by Andrew Lawrence Weitz

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What if a person died as a result of a fight no weapon he fell and his head hit the pavement is this mansluter

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

At the very lest it is manslaughter.

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If I hire a lawyer am I automatically asking for a exaggeration or distortion all for the purpose of winning a case?

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

Boy, has the insurance industry lobby done a number on your perception of both the criminal and civil justice system. Lawyers who exaggerate are...

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I need help understanding if an event that happened after 1865 was a violation of the 14th amendment?

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

Ms. Berjis is quite correct. I will just add this: look at the takings clause and also at eminent domain. That is, if the land was ever conveyed...

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Can I sue my live in partner of 8 years for unnecessary pain and suffering?

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

The condition you describe probably constitutes a constructive eviction, which would allow you to break your lease without penalty. As for your...

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A public official did not do his job

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

You need to tell us more. What is the official's title? What do you claim the official did or didn't do? Your title is fine, but we need...

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Do I have criminal liability for capitalizing on a HUGE mistake by my lawyer?

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

I assume if a cashier in a drugstore gave you an extra $10 in change, you'd have no problem keeping it. Or would you give it back because cashiers...

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I wanted to know if you found out that you have a broken ankle or foot , can I pursue a claim against the public school?

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

Most municipalities waive their immunity viz a viz tort liability in exchange for some onerous pleading and notice requirements. You must consult...

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Attorney lost my case back in December and never told me/ignored repeated efforts to contact him. I now owe $20,000..

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 21, 2013

See my answer to you in the comments section of my original answer to your original question. A default judgment was taken against you and the...

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How do you go after a settlement after a death in the hospital due to a accident?

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 21, 2013

The administrator or executor should bring a suit for wrongful death. Once the case is in suit you will be in a better position to negotiate a...

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Should I agree to take an offer without any legal advice first?

Andrew's answer | Answered on July 21, 2013

That depends. What injuries did your granddaughter suffer? What did she slip on? Did she slip on something that the station owners or managers...

Andrew Lawrence Weitz's Answers (1188)

What if a person died as a result of a fight no weapon he fell and his head hit the pavement is this mansluter

If I hire a lawyer am I automatically asking for a exaggeration or distortion all for the purpose of winning a case?

I need help understanding if an event that happened after 1865 was a violation of the 14th amendment?

Can I sue my live in partner of 8 years for unnecessary pain and suffering?

A public official did not do his job

Do I have criminal liability for capitalizing on a HUGE mistake by my lawyer?

I wanted to know if you found out that you have a broken ankle or foot , can I pursue a claim against the public school?

Attorney lost my case back in December and never told me/ignored repeated efforts to contact him. I now owe $20,000..

How do you go after a settlement after a death in the hospital due to a accident?

Should I agree to take an offer without any legal advice first?