Injury & Accident Law
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How do I handle a private investigator who recorded my conversation through an open window?
In general, a private investigator recording a conversation through an open window can raise several legal issues, but the answer depends heavily on the facts and on Washington law. The most important questions are usual...
What happens if I was hit by a delivery driver while they were working?
If a delivery driver hit you while they were working, the situation usually involves more than one possible insurance claim. In general, the driver’s personal auto policy, the delivery company’s insurance, or both may ma...
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...
Is it legal for the insurance company to follow my social media after I make an injury claim?
In general, yes—an insurance company or its investigator may be allowed to look at public social media after you make an injury claim. If your profile, posts, photos, comments, or videos are visible to the public, they m...
What happens if a dog bite got infected and required follow-up treatment?
If a dog bite becomes infected and you need follow-up treatment, that often means the injury is more serious than an ordinary bite wound. In general, an infection can increase the amount of medical care needed, extend yo...
Can I sue if a dog bit me through a fence while I was walking on the sidewalk?
In Missouri, you may be able to bring a claim if a dog bites you while you are lawfully on a sidewalk, even if the dog was behind a fence. Whether a claim exists usually depends on the facts, including where you were sta...
What are my rights if a car insurance company refuses to cover a hit-and-run claim?
If a car insurance company refuses to cover a hit-and-run claim in New Jersey, you usually have the right to ask for the reason for the denial, review your policy language, and challenge the decision through the insurer’...
Can I sue a dog walker if the dog they were handling bit me?
In Utah, you may be able to bring a claim against a dog walker if the walker’s conduct played a role in the bite, but the answer usually depends on the facts, the relationship between the walker and the dog owner, and wh...
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 are my rights if my child needs counseling after being attacked by a dog?
If your child needs counseling after being attacked by a dog, Tennessee law may treat that counseling as part of the harm caused by the incident. In general, injury claims can sometimes include not only physical treatmen...
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...
Do I have to divide a lawsuit settlement that was received during the marriage?
In Montana, a lawsuit settlement received during a marriage may be treated as marital property, separate property, or a mix of both, depending on the facts. The key issue is usually not just when the money was received,...
Can I sue a restaurant if I chipped a tooth on a small rock in my salad?
In general, yes, it is possible to bring a claim if a foreign object in restaurant food causes a dental injury. But whether a restaurant may be legally responsible depends on the facts, the amount of harm, and the proof...
How do I handle a pet boarding business that lost my dog’s medication and then charged me full price?
If a pet boarding business in Hawaii lost your dog’s medication and still charged you the full amount, the situation may involve contract issues, business practices, and possibly a dispute over damages or service quality...
What are my rights if a dog attacked my dog and I was bitten while trying to separate them?
If a dog attacked your dog and you were bitten while trying to separate the animals, you may have more than one kind of legal issue at the same time. In general, one issue is the injury to your dog, and another is the bi...