the Tampa Personal Injury Lawyer blog

Do I need a lawyer? I was in an auto accident, the other driver was at fault and cited.?

I broke ribs and got banged up which kinda seems minor injuries to me. I was in pain for awhile and my activities were limited due to the rib pain and sleeping was hard. I was thankful I didn’t end up in the hospital in traction or in surgery or grossely disfigured or anything like that. I walked away alive! I have been prompted by most my friends to hire a lawyer and sue and told that if I don’t I won’t be compensated rightly for my pain and suffering and that that’s just the way it goes. What amount of compensation is the norm for this type of injury? and can it be awarded without an attorney?

Should I get an lawyer I was fired while still on workers comp did they have the right and can I sue them?

I was involved in an auto accident and received injuries to my neck and re-injured a previous Injury in my lower back. My boss told me today that he has to terminate me!

I am being sued by Insurance carrier what type of lawyer should I seek?

I was involved in an auto accident, after nearly 5 yrs I was just served with a lawsuit for 100,000. I was 18 at the time of the accident and had full coverage but only 10,000 in bodily injury, loss of wages, etc. I have looked for Attorneys practicing in auto accidents, but, it seems they all want to represent the person suing. What type of attorney do I need to find?

Should I consult a lawyer for an auto accident??

Another car hit the side of my car and took off everything including the rear wheel. I suffered injuries which I didnt know about at the time i guess due to adrenaline. I have bruises and a severe headache. The car is completely totalled.

I questioned the driver if he was alright and he said yes. His car only suffered minor hurt to the left front. I didnt call the police since we both had insurance. Maybe I should have since he started blaming me when hes the one who hit me.

I took tons of photos and it’s clear that he hit my car. I am pretty certain he will tell his insurance that it was my fault and they will most likely deny my claim.

So should I get a lawyer involved instead of taking my chances on my own?

Lawyer sent demand letter to my auto insurance? What’s next?

I was in an accident 7 months ago where the police report determined I was at fault, though the associated traffic ticket was dismissed in civil traffic court due to the other car’s people not showing up to testify in favor of the cop’s conclusion. My insurance company place me at 50% as it was a lane-change dispute.

The other car’s attorney has sent a demand letter to my insurance company requesting to settle for my maximum bodily injury coverage though they feel their claim is worth WAY more than that and documentation was submitted to support their view. My insurance company answered with an offer that was half of the amount requested.

Should I have reason to be concerned that my insurance company’s offer will not be accepted and I will have to go to court over this? My company will give me an attorney, but is it necessary to provide myself with my own attorney to defend me for the amount of the claim that exceeds my insurance coverage?

Is my lawyer doing everything according to law in Nj auto accident case?

I have been in a auto accident 2 yrs ago limited threshold
not my fault -rear ened driver recived ticket reckless driving
eversince that day I have tons of expenses lost my job becuase I couldn’t come in becuase I was injured and they let me go. I’m still going thru therapy now
and have lot’s of pain to the point that I had burning off the nurves in my neck 4nerves, injestions, accupuncture,pain meds,muscle relaxers etc. He has not helped me at all I wanted to get another lawyer he told me that he will make money on it too since he sued for me. I have dr bill for 3,000 since I had the accident and keep on sending it to him and nothing is done. He never calls me , never helps me even though my auto doesn’t wanna pay for anything a long time ago
my health ins pays some what and I spent me and my husbands life savings. I have tear in ligament in right side neck, hip pain,scolliosis,left lumbar deviation, that’s what I’m having therapy for now. Also seeing psycholg for a year. Now wha

What is the penalty for lying during a deposition in the state of NJ?

Please no jokes. A close relative of mine was killed by in auto accident and the guy who killed him lied during a deposition taken by our lawyer. Our lawyer seems to just care about the money in the civil suit and doesnt have an interest in really trying to bring any sort of charges.

NJ – Will I lose the car insurance claim against me?

I recieved a summons and referred it to my insurance company and I have been assigned a lawyer. My question is this; since no tickets were issued at the time of the accident and it was my word against his for running a red light (I said he did, he said I did – no proof, no witnesses), Am I liable? Doesn’t he have to prove that I was negligent to reap any kind of reward from me?

Provisional License Violation in NJ?

I was in an accident where I hit black ice and swerved two lanes hitting and damaging a pole. The cop gave me two tickets, one for Careless Driving and the other for a Provisional Violation (too many people). I have a court date in Sayreville on January 6th. Any suggestions on what I should do? Plead guilty, get a lawyer, anything? What are the penalties that come with the violation of the provisional?
Yes this is my first offense of any kind.

What forms do I need to get for custody in NJ?

My ex husband and I shared custody of our children, I had full custody but allowed him to see them everyday. He passed away in an accident recently so I am going to see a Lawyer to get a consultation on what forms I need to designate custody to someone in case I pass away.

I want to grant my fiance custody of my children in the case I pass away, he has been with me (and them) for three years and they have a fantastic relationship. I hope that I get married and have more children before my time comes. But with the tragic passing of their father I realize you can’t take time for granted.

So… what forms would I need to do this? A will, trust, poa, all of the above?? I want it to be crystal clear that no matter what he will get custody. I am worried my ex-husbands family will try to fight him which is I need the most effective documents.

Also will he have to adopt my children if I passed away since they are not technically his children??

Thank you for any advice or suggestions.

Kind Regards.

What is the Texas personal injury and criminal statute of limitations arising from sexual assault of a child?

If a child was sexually assaulted at age 16, how much time does she/he have to press criminal and personal injury charges? (This person has tried to get the police to investigate for the last 7 years. The police say they believe it happened but are not willing to investigate. The victim is now 26.) Facts only please. Thank you.
I reckon the criminal SOL is 10 years from the victims 18th birthday. Does anyone know what the personal injury SOL would be in this certain case of the police choosing to not investigate?

What is the difference between personal injury and tort of battery?

In Illinois, if somebody assaulted you, do you file a civil personal injury claim or civil battery claim? And if it is civil battery, under which law you file it? any details will be helpful.

Does a personal injury claims adjuster have a limit as to the amount they can settle a case for?

I was wondering if a personal injury claims adjuster has to go to his or her superior for a larger dollar amout? What is the process for a claim that will potential settle for around the 100,000.00 mark?

how often should you contact your personal injury attorney to check the status of your case?

What is a reasonable time frame of calling your attorney to check the status of your personal injury case? I know you can call anytime you want to but, is once a week or every 2 weeks obsessive? The case is to the point of the defense attorney excepting mediation/offer a settlement or going to trial. As it seems there is no other person to do a deposition on.

Thanks for any serious advise.

What is taxable in Personal injury settlement under the US tax code?

I’m suing my landlord/his insurance company, because a few years ago I fell down a common stairwell after the landlord had removed the carpeting, but not the nails. I have a excellent personal injury attorney, but she’s not sure about tax questions.