Legal Question in Personal Injury in Pennsylvania

My 2 yr old son struck by car in crosswalk

my son had a broken leg along with other injuries.and was lifeflighted to a tramu hosp.to date his medical bills are $70,000.00.the drivers insur comp wants to give me 2,500.00 and have me sign a release.i don't want to put the poor baby thru anymore.i know what lawsuits entail.they tell me i could be found part liable beinging his mother and he could get nothing.we have had so much loss and tramu thru this ordeal.if i accept and sign the release.when he becomes of age will he have the option of suing me.in case anything else arises from the injuries.


Asked on 9/12/06, 12:23 am

4 Answers from Attorneys
Bonnie Moses Dessen, Moses & Rossitto

Re: My 2 yr old son struck by car in crosswalk

You should not sign such a release without consulting with an attorney. The settlement proposed does not sound sufficient. If you contact me, I will be happy to discuss this at length with you. E-mail me your telephone number and I will call you.

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Answered on 9/12/06, 6:10 am
CHARLES WEINER Law Office of Charles Weiner

Re: My 2 yr old son struck by car in crosswalk

You should not sign a release now and should not sign without consulting an attorney. An attorney can advise about liability, the value of this claim and any exposure you may have. Moreover, it is too early to settle as the extent or limit of your child's injuries are not yet determined. There is no need to rush into a decision.

If you wish to discuss this matter further, feel free to contact me. We offer free consultation.

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Answered on 9/12/06, 10:27 am
Richard Teitell Richard K. Teitell, Esquire, P.C.

Re: My 2 yr old son struck by car in crosswalk

I am sorry your son was injured. I am sure this was traumatic for you also. I hope your son is recovering from the injury. Do not sign a Release without speaking with an experienced personal injury attorney. My office has many years experience handling cases like this. Please feel free to contact my office.

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Answered on 9/12/06, 10:34 am
Jerry Meyers Meyers Evans & Associates, LLC

Re: My 2 yr old son struck by car in crosswalk

You should not consider a representative of an insurance company as an unbiased advisor. Don't sign a release without the advise of an experienced personal injury attorney. The evaluation of your chlid's case depends upon establishing the extent of his injuries and that he has made a maximal recovery. It is premature to make such determinations now and without the advise of an attorney who will look out for your childs future needs.

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Answered on 9/12/06, 12:17 pm


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