Injury & Accident Law
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Do I have to accept the dog owner’s offer to pay only my urgent care bill?
In general, no—you usually do not have to accept a dog owner’s offer to pay only your urgent care bill if you believe your losses are greater than that amount. An offer to cover one bill is often just a settlement propos...
Can I file a claim for anxiety after a serious highway accident?
In Virginia, anxiety after a serious highway accident may sometimes be included in a personal injury claim, but it usually depends on the facts, the type of injury, and the available proof. Emotional distress can be part...
What happens if my child was bitten at a friend’s birthday party?
If your child was bitten at a friend’s birthday party in Michigan, the first concern is usually medical care and making sure the injury is properly documented. Depending on the facts, a bite may lead to a claim involving...
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...
Do I have to stop recording if the other person says they do not consent?
In Florida, the answer often depends on what kind of recording is happening and where it is taking place. A person saying “I do not consent” does not always end the issue by itself, but it is a strong warning sign that t...
What are my rights if the at-fault driver died in the accident?
If the at-fault driver died in the crash, you may still have rights to seek compensation for your injuries and other losses. In general, a driver’s death does not automatically erase a claim for a collision caused by tha...
Do I have to see the insurance company’s doctor for my injury claim?
In general, you may be asked to see a doctor chosen by an insurance company during an injury claim, but whether you must agree depends on the type of claim, the policy or procedure involved, and the facts of your case. I...
My Brother Used My Name After a Car Crash — How Do I Fix the Insurance Record?
If someone used your name after a car crash, the insurance record may not be accurate, and that can create problems for coverage, claims history, or future underwriting. In general, the first goal is to identify exactly...
Is it legal for a landlord to ignore complaints about a tenant’s aggressive dog?
In Florida, a landlord may not always be legally required to act immediately on complaints about a tenant’s aggressive dog, but ignoring repeated or serious complaints can sometimes create legal risk depending on the fac...
What happens if I settled my property damage claim but later found more damage?
If you already settled a property damage claim and later discover additional damage, the settlement may still control the situation. In general, a settlement is meant to resolve the claim based on the facts known at the...
Can I sue a landlord if my child got lead poisoning from peeling paint in the apartment?
In general, a tenant may be able to bring a claim against a landlord if a child was harmed by lead paint in an apartment, but the answer depends heavily on the facts, the lease, the condition of the property, notice to t...
What are my rights if my child was injured at daycare because staff were not watching?
If a child is injured at daycare because staff were not watching, the parents or guardians may have several possible legal and practical rights, depending on what happened and what Alabama law applies. In general, a dayc...
How do I document bruising and pain after a slip and fall accident?
If you are trying to document bruising and pain after a slip and fall accident in North Carolina, the main goal is usually to create a clear, consistent record of what happened, what you felt, and how your injuries chang...
What are my rights if someone reposted a defamatory tweet instead of writing it themselves?
If someone in Tennessee reposted a defamatory tweet, your rights may depend on what exactly they shared, how they shared it, and whether they added their own comments or endorsements. In general, defamation law can somet...
What happens if someone sends me 40 unwanted texts after I told them to stop contacting me?
If someone keeps sending you unwanted texts after you clearly told them to stop, that can be more than just annoying. In general, repeated texting after a clear request to stop may support legal claims or other remedies,...