2006-08-15 09:28:47 · 10 answers · asked by ric w 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
( Edit: Just read your other questions, so here is some more info. I am guessing that they will allege that their client (the owner of the elevator) is not responsible because it was purely an accident or that they were not negligent.
Usually you must prove that some negligent action or inaction led to the accident. Otherwise the elevator would be the guilty party, and you can't sue an elevator.
The only problem here is that your case would have to be that they failed to properly maintain or repair the elevator, and that would be hard to prove. If you, or even better, others had complained about faults and they didnt bother fixing it then that would be a good case. )
No. This is where the game begins.
Ask them for specific reasons and copies of all documents related to your case immediately.
Do not say or write anything that might be used against you. Do not agree to see any more of their doctors unless you are absolutely req uired to by your policy or law.
If you still disagree after looking at it, consider contacting a lawyer or appeal yourself if you feel comfortable doing so.
A lawyer is a good plan, but do some leg work yourself to make it cheaper. Then you can have the documents ready for the lawyer on your first visit.
2006-08-16 07:14:22 · answer #1 · answered by Jeremy D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not right now, first you must have medical evidence of your injury and money damages.
If you are treated then and only then do you have grounds for making a civil demand upon the property owner.
Do Not go to a hospital, instead ask around about a good back doctor and go to them only, A hospital will most likely minumize your injury for the landlord, a private practitioner will most likely treat it in yours and his/her best interests.
2006-08-15 17:06:11 · answer #2 · answered by Truyer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you incurred medical expenses, lost time at work, etc. you are entitled to recover damages. To not do so only exposes you to greater financial and health risks in the future if you have recurring problems. The tool is there. Use it - just don't be frivolous.
2006-08-15 16:34:41 · answer #3 · answered by shorebreak 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hard to prove. Do you have witnesses, medical and mechanical repair records and or breakdown to corroborate your claims? Are your injuries permanent and didn't allow you to perform your work? Nowadays, you need a strong case for an atty. to take your case on contingency basis.
2006-08-15 16:39:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes u should think bout if it would have kill u but u need to act now before u have no cast call a lawer and get on it now
2006-08-15 16:53:15 · answer #5 · answered by sexy_cowgirl8321 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, definately!
2006-08-15 16:33:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, everyone else would!
2006-08-15 16:33:43 · answer #7 · answered by EPnTX 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IF its a real injury, why not?
2006-08-15 16:34:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No jump to your death.
2006-08-15 16:34:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
sure if you have time & money
2006-08-15 16:34:57 · answer #10 · answered by charmzz2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋