- How do I pay Donovan & O'Connor, LLP, for representing me in personal injury cases?
- I was hurt by someone who I think was negligent. Should I bring a claim?
- If I'm involved in a motor vehicle collision, who pays my medical bills and my lost wages?
- Will a life estate protect my home from an estate recovery claim by Medicaid?
- How long will it take to get divorced?
Q. How do I pay Donovan & O'Connor, LLP, for representing me in personal injury cases?
A. We charge a contingent fee in almost every personal injury case we accept (including car accidents, medical malpractice and other serious injury cases). This means you don't pay any attorneys fee unless and until you make a recovery in the case. It also means you can afford to have the best representation available. In most cases the fee is 1/3 of the amount recovered.
Q. I was hurt by someone who I think was negligent. Should I bring a claim?
A. Yes, but only if the evidence tends to prove both the negligence and that the negligence caused your injury.
Q. If I'm involved in a motor vehicle collision, who pays my medical bills and my lost wages?
A. The insurance company that insures the motor vehicle you were occupying at the time of the collision (sometimes called the PIP carrier) will provide you with Personal Injury Protection ("PIP") benefits that includes medical expenses and lost wages up to a specific amount. If applicable, subsequent medical bills are submitted to your medical insurance company. Donovan & O'Connor coordinates with all involved insurance companies to ensure that the maximum amount of PIP benefits are paid on behalf of our clients.
Q. Will a life estate protect my home from an estate recovery claim by Medicaid?
A. As of this time (01/01/10), the answer is "yes," but there have been prior attempts to change that rule, and there may be changes to it in the future.
Q. How long will it take to get divorced?
A. If there are children the average divorce takes one year. If there are no children it will take approximately 4 months.
