Injury & Accident Law
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Is it legal for an apartment complex to ban a dog after it bites another tenant?
In Arizona, an apartment complex may be able to restrict or remove a dog after a bite, but it usually depends on the lease, the property’s pet policy, the severity of the incident, and whether the dog is covered by any d...
Is it legal for an insurance company to offer me $500 before I finish treatment?
In general, yes. An insurance company may legally make a settlement offer before you finish medical treatment, including a small early offer like $500. The offer itself is usually not illegal just because your treatment...
What happens if a dog bit me at a dog park where signs say dogs are off leash?
If a dog bites you at a dog park where dogs are allowed off leash, the fact that the park is off leash does not automatically mean there is no legal responsibility. In general, dog bite liability depends on the facts, in...
Is it legal for a landlord to keep renting to someone whose dog already bit a neighbor?
In general, yes, a landlord in Hawaii may be allowed to keep renting to a tenant even if the tenant’s dog has already bitten a neighbor. But the answer can depend on the facts, the lease, any pet rules, the seriousness o...
Can I sue a salon if a chemical treatment burned my scalp and caused hair loss?
In New Jersey, a salon injury like a chemical burn to the scalp and hair loss may sometimes lead to a legal claim, but the facts matter a lot. Whether a claim exists usually depends on what treatment was used, how the sa...
What are my rights if I was arrested for DUI after taking prescribed anxiety medication?
If you were arrested for DUI after taking prescribed anxiety medication in Washington, you generally have the same basic criminal procedure rights as any other person accused of a crime. That usually includes the right t...
What happens if someone posted a false accusation in a Discord server with 300 members?
If someone posted a false accusation in a Discord server with 300 members, the main legal issue is often whether the statement can be treated as defamation under Wisconsin law. In general, a false statement shared with o...
Can I make a claim if a road rage driver intentionally hit my car?
Yes, you may be able to make a claim if another driver intentionally hit your car during a road rage incident. In general, an intentional crash can support civil claims for property damage and, depending on the facts, pe...
What happens if the store says they are not responsible because no employee saw the puddle before I fell?
In Texas, a store’s claim that no employee saw the puddle before your fall does not automatically end the issue. In a premises liability claim, the key question is often whether the store knew or reasonably should have k...
Do I have to pay back my health insurance from a dog bite settlement?
In general, maybe. After a dog bite settlement, your health insurer may have a right to ask for reimbursement if it paid medical bills related to the injury. Whether repayment is required often depends on the insurance c...
What are my rights if I was hit while backing out of a parking space at the same time as another driver?
If you were hit while backing out of a parking space at the same time as another driver, your rights in Maryland usually depend on who had the better right of way, how the vehicles moved, and whether either driver was be...
Do I have to call the police for a fender bender if nobody was injured?
In Mississippi, whether you have to call the police after a minor car accident can depend on the facts of the crash, what the law requires, and whether the collision can be handled safely at the scene. In general, even i...
What are my rights if a salon burned my scalp during a chemical treatment and will only refund the service fee?
If a salon burned your scalp during a chemical treatment in South Carolina, you may have more than just a right to a refund of the service fee. In general, a refund for the treatment itself does not always address other...
What are my rights if police say the damage is over $1,000 but the shop estimate is only $650?
In Minnesota, the difference between a police statement that damage is over $1,000 and a shop estimate of $650 may matter a lot, but it does not automatically decide the legal issue. In general, police reports, witness s...
What happens if someone records a confidential conversation and posts a clip online?
In California, recording a confidential conversation and then posting a clip online can raise serious legal issues, but what happens depends heavily on the facts. The main questions usually are whether the conversation w...