FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Personal Injury
Personal Injury
Q. What does it cost for Attorney La Mondue to take my Personal Injury Case?
A. There is no charge for the initial consultation for a Personal Injury case. And Personal Injury cases are taken on contingency. This means the attorney only takes a fee if the case is won or favorably settled. You don't pay the fee...it comes as a percentage of the amount awarded.
Q. Who decides if we should go to court or accept a settlement?
A. Your attorney may recommend taking a settlement or going to court, but the decision is totally up to you. Never sign anything giving away this right.
Q. How long will it take to get a settlement check?
A. Depending on the severity of the injuries and the length of treatment needed to restore your health, It could take a few weeks or several months in more serious cases.
Q, What should I do if I'm injured in an auto accident caused by another driver?
A. First of all, never leave the scene of the accident and call the police. If you are in an accident caused by someone's negligence, it is most important that you not talk to anyone about guilt or innocence until you speak to an attorney. You should never agree to any settlement offered by their attorney until you consult your lawyer. Carl La Mondue is available by phone 24/7 to advise you. You should get the name, address, phone number and insurance of the driver as well as noting the license number and make, model and year of their car. Taking pictures with your phone before the cars are moved could be helpful
A. There is no charge for the initial consultation for a Personal Injury case. And Personal Injury cases are taken on contingency. This means the attorney only takes a fee if the case is won or favorably settled. You don't pay the fee...it comes as a percentage of the amount awarded.
Q. Who decides if we should go to court or accept a settlement?
A. Your attorney may recommend taking a settlement or going to court, but the decision is totally up to you. Never sign anything giving away this right.
Q. How long will it take to get a settlement check?
A. Depending on the severity of the injuries and the length of treatment needed to restore your health, It could take a few weeks or several months in more serious cases.
Q, What should I do if I'm injured in an auto accident caused by another driver?
A. First of all, never leave the scene of the accident and call the police. If you are in an accident caused by someone's negligence, it is most important that you not talk to anyone about guilt or innocence until you speak to an attorney. You should never agree to any settlement offered by their attorney until you consult your lawyer. Carl La Mondue is available by phone 24/7 to advise you. You should get the name, address, phone number and insurance of the driver as well as noting the license number and make, model and year of their car. Taking pictures with your phone before the cars are moved could be helpful
Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death
Q. What should I do if I believe that my relative died because of Medical Malpractice?
A. The most important thing you must do right away is to demand an autopsy. It is very difficult to prove cause of death without it. And if a next of kin requests an autopsy, the medical facility MUST perform it. You should contact an attorney before you sign any papers or agree to any settlement.
Q. If I have been injured, how long do I have before it's too late to file a medical malpractice suit?
A. You have two years from the date the injury occurred. There are a few exceptions to that rule such as cases of fraud or intentional misrepresentation.
A. The most important thing you must do right away is to demand an autopsy. It is very difficult to prove cause of death without it. And if a next of kin requests an autopsy, the medical facility MUST perform it. You should contact an attorney before you sign any papers or agree to any settlement.
Q. If I have been injured, how long do I have before it's too late to file a medical malpractice suit?
A. You have two years from the date the injury occurred. There are a few exceptions to that rule such as cases of fraud or intentional misrepresentation.
Criminal Law
Q. What should I do if I am stopped by a police officer?
A. You should always be polite and courteous to the officer. You should comply with the officer's commands, such as telling your name, supplying your license and registrations and getting out of the car.
Q. If I'm arrested, do I have to answer the officer's questions?
A. NO! In fact you shouldn't! You have the right to remain silent with regard to any questioning by a police officer. Even if you are not arrested and simply questioned as a suspect, you do not have to answer questions. The officer must read you your rights and inform you that you have the right to have an attorney present. You should always invoke your right to an attorney, even if you know that you are completely innocent. The La Mondue law firm is available 24/7 to assist you.
Q. What should I do if I am stopped by a police officer?
A. You should always be polite and courteous to the officer. You should comply with the officer's commands, such as telling your name, supplying your license and registrations and getting out of the car.
Q. If I'm arrested, do I have to answer the officer's questions?
A. NO! In fact you shouldn't! You have the right to remain silent with regard to any questioning by a police officer. Even if you are not arrested and simply questioned as a suspect, you do not have to answer questions. The officer must read you your rights and inform you that you have the right to have an attorney present. You should always invoke your right to an attorney, even if you know that you are completely innocent. The La Mondue law firm is available 24/7 to assist you.
Business Law
Q. Why do I need an attorney to start a new business?
A. When you start a new business you have many choices. What type of business would protect protect you from personal liability and take full advantage of the tax laws -- for example, a sole proprietorship, an LLC, a corporation, a non-profit? An attorney will discuss all these options and help you write contracts, get licenses and permits, make sure you are complying with all city, state and federal regulations.
A. When you start a new business you have many choices. What type of business would protect protect you from personal liability and take full advantage of the tax laws -- for example, a sole proprietorship, an LLC, a corporation, a non-profit? An attorney will discuss all these options and help you write contracts, get licenses and permits, make sure you are complying with all city, state and federal regulations.
Entertainment and Sports Law
Q. Why do I need an attorney if I am a musician, performer or professional athlete?
A. You should always consult an attorney before signing any management or performance agreement or contract. These types of contracts are complex and often long term and you could easily be signing away future income without even realizing it, Recording artists need to be sure they receive appropriate royalties from the playing and distribution of their music. Professional athletes need good legal advice when signing contracts with agents and teams. Besides compensation and games, there are endorsements, personal appearances, and other financial issues that need to be negotiated.
A. In Virginia you can get a "fault" or "no fault" divorce. In a "fault" divorce, one spouse must declare that the other partner's conduct caused the need for divorce. Grounds include adultery, a felony conviction resulting in imprisonment, or desertion. For a "no fault" divorce, both parties must agree to it. If they have no children, they must live apart for six months, or one year if there are children involved.
A. You should always consult an attorney before signing any management or performance agreement or contract. These types of contracts are complex and often long term and you could easily be signing away future income without even realizing it, Recording artists need to be sure they receive appropriate royalties from the playing and distribution of their music. Professional athletes need good legal advice when signing contracts with agents and teams. Besides compensation and games, there are endorsements, personal appearances, and other financial issues that need to be negotiated.
Divorce and Family Law
Q. What are grounds for divorce in Virginia?A. In Virginia you can get a "fault" or "no fault" divorce. In a "fault" divorce, one spouse must declare that the other partner's conduct caused the need for divorce. Grounds include adultery, a felony conviction resulting in imprisonment, or desertion. For a "no fault" divorce, both parties must agree to it. If they have no children, they must live apart for six months, or one year if there are children involved.
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