personal injury question... PLEASE HELP ME????
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Go to a lawyer specializing in Personal Injury. Don't sympathize with the one who got you into all this trouble, and don't care whether he is "incompetent" or not. If you are insured, your insurance company and his should be taking care of expenses, but better see a lawyer first. There will be a lot of investigations and interviews from both companies and your lawyer, and everything will come out. Meanwhile, have a record of all your medical bills and correspondence with the insurance companies, etc; take pictures of everything that was affected, especially your injuries---gross as it may seem, if it is, take shots of your wounds, etc., in short, everything! Your lawyer if he is good will need all these.\n\nMy hubby was hit by a car when he was walking, broke a leg, not his fault as he walked on the pedestrian go-signal. The offender's insurance and our insurance took care of all expenses. We went through 3 or so lawyers before we found someone who really worked on it and got us a 6-figure settlement, aside from the payment of all costs involved. \n\nIf your lawyer is hard to contact, doesn't return your calls, and the case is moving slowly, don't be afraid to fire him. There will be others who will take your case. You don't pay them anything because their payment will be a percentage of your settlement, so the bigger they get for you, the bigger money they get, too. \n\nDon't be discouraged. Keep your wits. Look out for yourself. \n\nIf you were in Canada I can give you number of the best injury lawyer there is...
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It was an accident.  File it under insurance.
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When settling your insurance claim with an insurance company you will be dealing with an adjuster. You need to remember that although this person deals with insurance negotiations on a weekly basis they are also a human being. They are doing their job but they also understand that you need to be paid for your vehicle’s damage and bodily injuries if there are any. \n\nOnce you get it in your head that the adjuster is just like you it will be easier to speak with them. The adjuster will want to tape your phone conversations and that is fine, just think before you speak. Do not say anything that might sound like you were at fault if you were not. Do not say you feel fine when in reality you are in pain from your injuries. \n\nThe best resource that you can have during negotiations is your detailed records. These records should include all the documents you have collected after the accident occurred. This includes the police report, medical records, and estimates on the car damage and so on. If you have any bodily injuries ask the doctor to note any aches or pains you report to them so that they will be detailed enough for the adjuster to understand your physical difficulties caused by the accident. \n\nThe best time to speak to the adjuster is when you have all of your documentation laid out in front of you. Use your common sense and knowledge of what has happened to you. If you feel the adjuster is offering a fair amount than take it. If you are not offered a reasonable amount by the adjuster tell them how you feel. Give them a number you would be satisfied with. \n\nAuto Quotes:  http://www.insureme.com/landing.aspx?Refby=614506&Type=auto\n\nRon @ InsureMe
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ONLY an attorney is qualified to give Legal Advice.  I am not an attorney, but do have over 20 years workers comp experience.  From what I know right now, \nYour attorney apears to be CORRECT that you can NOT sue & recover for Pain & Suffering in workers comp.  BUT - it is NOT clear HOW or WHY you fell.  IF there is a potential 3rd party who may be legally negligent for the reason WHY you fell, then you MAY be able to recover via the responsible third party.  There is not enough info for me to tell.\nAsk your attorney whether your injury qualifies as a Third Party injury.  \n\nIf you still want to - check out the chat Forum at http://www.Prairielaw.com  it is hosted by attorneys who may be able to help. \n \nIf you want workers comp resources, visit http://www.GettingWorkersComp.com
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Rather than asking people on here, many of whom are likely to make up answers based on what they've read/heard/seen, you're probably best off seeking legal advice.  You will have to prove that your employer was neglegent though, and that the accident was their fault.
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Firstly, a point of clarification -- despite popular belief one is not "automatically" at fault for rear-ending someone.  I have no idea where this myth got started but there is no such presumption in the law (at least not in California.)\n\nOther than that, a determination of liability is not so cut and dry.  In your case, it sounds like your liability may be minimal.  Under what is know as the "imminent peril" doctrine, you would not necessarily be liable because you were initiating emergency manuevers.  Your standard of care is lowered in that case.  \n\nBut, this certainly won't stop someone from suing you.  But you shouldn't worry.  If you have insurance, your insurance company will hire an attorney for you and protect your rights.  \n\nHonestly, I wouldn't stress about it too much.  Unless you don't have insurance, in which case you should talk to a lawyer A.S.A.P.
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My medical bills reached over $80,000.00 for a work comp injury and they had no choice but to pay them. I also made them pay future medical bills and they had to pay for the percentage of loss that I had.  Check the laws for your state on Workers Comp. and don't always trust your attorney. There are good honest ones out there but there are also the ones who want you to settle just so they can get their money.
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It all depends on how much you want to get and how big your company is. If your working for a union and u were hurt, i would say get a lawyer immeditally. But if you work in a mom and pop shop it will create a lot of animosity.\nMost personal injury lawyers will give you a free first visit to hear your story. So go find one and do not give him the permission to sue until you want to take legal action.
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Did your friend tell the doctor/ER that it was a work related injury? Did he/she file a workman's comp claim? Call the state labor board and find out what can be done!
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i didnt get to read your question yesterday, but am a little saddend by some of the responses you got to this one. there isnt much i can say to take your mind off things. but your right. your injury is very seriouse. did he do that to you ?  have you tried  emailing a health website for advice ? im not in america so i dont know of any there. good luck and ignore the hurtful responses, one day they may need some sympthy!
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It doesn't matter.\nThey are self-insured and since they are you can sue them for any negligence.\nFirst of all, you need to contact a personal injury attorney and tell them your story.\nYou are likely going to have to pay all of your medical bills for right now and probably have a very good case to make a recovery at some point, but it may take some time.\nYou really need to gather up and preserve as much evidence as you can.\nYou may need to find out if the area in the store was covered by a security camera.  You may need to preserve that right away, so you may need a subpoena, which means you need legal help on that soon.\nDon't delay.
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You may go to www. probono.com for initial guidance but after that you should go and personally meet the lawyer concerned for legal assistance. For torts on account of personal loss or injury, you can contact a civil lawyer who deals with accident claims and medical negligence matters.
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I don't mean to upset your apple cart, but if another person's dog caused injuries that severe on the premises of a vet, you should not be handling the case yourself. You should be haveing an experienced personal injury atty at least review your case. Odds are, you will expend your one opportunity to get redress in court and come out with much less than you are entitled to. This sounds like one case where "going on the cheap" is a very bad idea.
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My advice would be to contact an attorney...possibly 2 different kinds or if one of the attorneys deals with both personal injury and workers compensation....I had a deal with a MAJOR health insurance company and I obtained a workers compensation attorney almost immediately...Yes you do have rights....good question
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Start a personal injury law firm.....hire a few lawyers with some experience but not too big on a commission basis..... Use your money wisely and advertise, advertise, advertise.\n\nJust one good case will pay that back and much more.
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Ernie, why on Earth should this person go to that law firm if the verdict was for the defense?  This gal asking the question is seeking to be a plaintiff.\n\nIn any event, were you hurt in the accident?  If not then you don't have a lawsuit.  If you were hurt, go to any reputable personal injury lawyer in your area.  You don't need someone who's done a tanning bed case.  This is basic personal injury law.  Go to www.martindale.com to find a listing for lawyers in your area.
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I work for a personal injury firm. When you get into an accident, it doesn't only depend on how much of your medical bills are. It depends on how injured you are. Just because you were in an accident doesn't mean that you will get compensated b/c of your medical bills. You must prove significant injury. But based on your 100K in bills so far, it seems pretty serious. So I wouldn't worry about. \n\nHowever, you can't get more money than what the policy has. You have a lawyer right? They will file a suit for you. What you should tell him is the file the suit now because your case will take a long time to settle if you don't. \n\nAlso the only way you can get more money from the accident, is if (a) you have an underinsured motorist policy that exceeds that amount (which you can get the difference, if it settles for their entire policy) or (b) they have an umbrella policy (that's a homeowners policy which could be in the millions, but if their not homeowners then theres no policy); \n\nAnother thing you have to check is when they told you its a 500K policy, is it a single combined limit? (that means all injured parties will have to share the 500K in the policy, no matter how many were injured or their injuries) or is it a 250/500 policy? because that means that the most you can get as an individual is $250,000 only. It's basically $250K per person/$500 per accident. So you should find out because if you weren't the only one injured, then you'll be looking at the funds being split amongst the injured parties. \n\nWhen you sue, you are basically suing for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. Those are thing s you must prove. Psychologist, can prove emotional distress. Enjoyment of life? like not being able to workout, go dancing, have intimite relations with your significant other. Those are thing s you must prove, especially if it goes to court. \n\nGood luck.