Injury & Accident Law
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What are my rights if I was bitten by a neighbor’s dog while walking on the sidewalk?
If you were bitten by a neighbor’s dog while walking on a sidewalk in Alabama, you may have rights to seek compensation for your injuries, but the available options usually depend on the facts. In general, dog-bite claim...
What happens if the other driver’s insurance says my car had pre-existing damage?
If the other driver’s insurance says your car already had pre-existing damage, it usually means the insurer is questioning how much of the damage was caused by the crash. In a property damage claim, the insurer generally...
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...
What happens if the insurance company says my injury was pre-existing?
If an insurance company says your injury was pre-existing, it usually means the insurer is arguing that your symptoms, medical condition, or need for treatment existed before the accident or event that is being claimed....
What are my rights if my ex secretly recorded me during a custody exchange conversation?
In California, secretly recording a custody exchange conversation may raise privacy and family-law issues, but the answer usually depends on the exact facts. If the conversation was truly private and you did not consent,...
Is it legal for someone to post my mugshot and falsely say I was convicted?
In Kentucky, posting someone’s mugshot and falsely saying they were convicted may raise legal issues, but the answer depends on the facts and the exact words used. In general, false statements that harm a person’s reputa...
What happens if my parked car was hit in my apartment lot and the complex has camera footage?
If your parked car was hit in an apartment lot in New Hampshire and the complex has camera footage, that footage may help show what happened, who was involved, and whether the other driver can be identified. In general,...
The car wash ripped off my side mirror and pointed to a “not responsible” sign. Does that matter?
In Georgia, a “not responsible” sign may matter, but it usually does not automatically end the issue. In general, a business cannot always avoid responsibility just by posting a sign, especially if the damage may have be...
Can I Sue a Hair Salon for Chemical Burns?
In New Jersey, a person who suffers chemical burns at a hair salon may sometimes have a claim against the salon, the stylist, or another responsible business if the injury was caused by negligence or another legal wrong....
Can My Ex Keep My Dog After We Broke Up If I Paid the Vet Bills?
In Washington, the answer usually depends on who legally owns the dog, not just who paid the vet bills. Paying for veterinary care can be important evidence, but it does not automatically make someone the owner of the pe...
What happens if I was hit while riding my bicycle and the driver says I crossed too late?
In New Hampshire, a driver’s claim that you “crossed too late” does not automatically decide fault after a bicycle crash. In general, fault in a bicycle-versus-car collision depends on the full facts, including where the...
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 are my rights if I was burned by hot coffee because the lid was not attached correctly?
If you were burned by hot coffee because the lid was not attached correctly, you may have a potential claim under Maryland personal injury or product liability principles, depending on what caused the injury and who may...
Can I Make an Insurance Claim Against the Vehicle Owner After a Crash?
In Illinois, you may sometimes make an insurance claim against the vehicle owner after a crash, but the answer depends on several facts. One of the first questions is whether the owner was driving, gave permission to som...
Do I have to use my own collision coverage while waiting for the other insurer to accept fault?
In New York, you usually do not have to use your own collision coverage just because the other driver’s insurer has not yet accepted fault. In general, whether you file a collision claim under your own policy is a choice...