I think I was injured by medical malpractice. I talked to a lawyer at church and she said that another doctor would have to testify against my doctor. Is that right? Generally, yes. In fact, most cases require testimony from more than one expert medical witness. The expert(s) must testify…
I was raped. The police found the rapist and he is in jail. Can I sue him? Yes. Rape is a crime that will result in prison time but it is also what is known as a "tort." There are many different types of torts, but rape would be the…
How much time do I have to file a personal injury claim for a wreck with a tractor-trailer ? In the wreck took place in Tennessee you should assume you only have one year to bring a legal action against the people and companies that caused the wreck unless a…
I am one of the people who has a recalled DePuy ASR hip implant. Indeed, both of my hips have this system and both now need to be replaced. What are my rights? What is my case worth? A total hip replacement replaces the body’s natural joint with…
I am looking for a personal injury lawyer and see that a few lawyers are included on the "Best Lawyers" list. What does that mean? “Best Lawyers” is a national organization that recognizes outstanding lawyers in each state in a large number of legal specialties. Best Lawyers compiles lists of outstanding…
I ran a red light four months ago and hit another car. The other driver was not hurt. It cost the other driver $3200 to get his car fixed. He asked me to have my insurance company pay it and I told him I didn’t have any insurance on…
I was in a car wreck last week. I was hurt pretty bad. I got home from the hospital last night and a lawyer called me and said that he wanted to represent me in my case. I have no idea who this guy is or how he got my name…
I am in the middle of a lawsuit and my lawyer just sent me a mess of interrogatories that she says I have to answer. I don’t want to answer these questions – the information is none of their business. What happens if I don’t answer them? Interrogatories are written…
I was hurt in a car wreck. My back and leg were injuried. I don’t need surgery right now but who knows what will happen 10 years from now. Can I settle my case for my medical bills, my lost wages, and my pain and suffering and an agreement that…
I am involved in a lawsuit and had to answer interrogatories. Why did I have to go to the trouble of signing my name to my answers in the presence of a notary public? As you know, Interrogatories are written questions sent from one party in a lawsuit to an opposing…