Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Maryland
Hello. My sister-in-law's teenage son accidentally injured my back and I was told I need physical therapy. I asked her for compensation for my medical expenses and she refused. I advised her that I'd have to file a claim against her. She threatened saying that she would severe the relationship between me and her family. My husband said for me to drop the claim against her. I hesitated and dropped the claim but I wonder if I am wrong for dropping the claim as some of my friends said. Depending on your advice, I may reconsider and pursue my claim against my sister-in-law. Appreciate your advice. Thanks.
2 Answers from Attorneys
I think that really depends on the facts of the accident, how serious your injuries are and whether they have insurance (car or homeowners) that will cover your medical expenses. Also, is it going to hurt your family or your relationship with your husband? This is a decision that no one else can make for you. Good luck.
You said yourself that it was an accident. Unless you can prove that negligence or recklessness caused the injuries, there is probably not much of a basis for a claim. Even if you did have a claim, you might, depending on the facts, have to bring it against your nephew, not your sister-in-law. Accidents happen. My advice would be to kindly request that your sister-in-law help with the expenses. If she continues to refuse, decide whether this is worth placing great strain on your (and your husband's) family relationships. As Ms. Longa said, only you can make that decision.
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