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Old 11-09-2010 | 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted by KC10 FATboy
Question for you lawyer types on here.

Hypothetical ... a pilot goes to a gas station, gets covered in gas when the gas hose breaks, it gets in his eyes and lungs, clothes from the chest down are drenched, the station attendants don't offer an eye wash or any other help other than offering the use of the female restroom out back because "its much cleaner than the mens'."

Within 15 minutes, his eyes are burning, throat is sore, and has a pounding heahache from the fumes. He doesn't seek medical attention and instead goes on his way.

Now the gas station's insurance department is calling and wondering about his health and extent of damages.

Any idea how much this is worth?
Most everything has a dollar amount that is part of every state's laws. As I'm sure you already know, the station's insurance knows that amount and wants you to settle for pennies on the dollar. So:

1. Do NOT sign anything from their insurance company.
2. Do NOT speak to their insurance company.
3. Seek your own personal injury attorney.

Carl