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Should I settle with the insurance company over my next injury?

I have a neck injury from a car accident that was not my fault. The insurance company wants to settle with me right now for…

I was in a car accident that was not my fault. The insurance company wants to total my car and give me some money that won’t be enough to have it fixed.

I love my car and want to get it fixed. Is there anything I can do?

My husband and I filed for divorce, but about halfway through the process we had sex together. Does that mean we have to start over again?

What should I ask of a prospective estate planning attorney?

I need a trust and I’ve talked to a few lawyers. Their fees vary widely. Is there anything I should be asking about their services…

How does my aunt bequeath her car to me?

My aunt has a will leaving her entire estate to my two siblings and myself. She has a car and is still driving it, but…

My father died with a lot of credit card debt in his name. My mom is still alive. Does she have to pay off his credit card debt?

Do insurance companies have certain time limits to conduct an investigation?

It seems that the insurance companies drag their feet in investigating accidents. Is there a time limitation for adjusters or investigators to take statements or…

My boyfriend injured me in a car accident. He was arrested for DUI. If I elect to sue him, will his insurance cover it?

My boyfriend who was driving was arrested for a DUI in an auto accident where I was a passenger and injured. His auto insurance carrier…

I have bench warrants for my arrest. Do theses warrants have statute of limitations?

I have 2 cases dating back to 2004 and 2005. With the first one, it was for driving with a suspended license, no insurance, and…

I married in Australia but I live in California. Can I file for divorce here or do I have to file in Australia?

Married in Australia to an Australian citizen, and it did not work out. I returned to California 14 months ago and am trying to find…