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Guidance written by the attorneys who handle the cases — on car accidents, insurance, liens, and what happens after an injury in North Carolina.
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What happens if the at-fault driver’s insurance policy was canceled before my car accident?
If the at-fault driver’s policy was lawfully canceled before the crash, that insurer may deny liability coverage for the accident.
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What happens if my motorcycle has not been inspected or repaired after an accident?
If your motorcycle has not been inspected or repaired, the property-damage part of the claim may remain unresolved even if the other insurer says it accepts…
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What happens after my lawyer sends information to the insurance company?
After your lawyer sends approved information to the insurance company, the adjuster usually reviews the materials, evaluates fault, damages, coverage, and…
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What can I do if the other insurance company accepted liability but has not handled my property damage?
You can keep pushing the property damage claim in writing, ask for a supervisor, document every contact attempt, and protect any deadline that may apply.
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What can I do if my vehicle damage claim is not being handled by the insurance company?
You can create a written record, escalate the claim within the insurance company, gather proof of the vehicle damage, and make sure any property damage…
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What are my options if the insurance adjuster is not responding about my vehicle damage claim?
You can keep moving the vehicle damage claim forward by documenting your contact attempts, sending a clear written request for inspection and payment status,…
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How is sensitive personal information used in a personal injury case?
Sensitive personal information is usually used to confirm your identity, request the correct medical records and bills, communicate with insurers, and check…
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How do I separate my bodily injury claim from my property damage claim after a crash?
You can usually separate your vehicle property damage claim from your bodily injury claim, but you must be careful with any release or settlement paperwork.
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How do I protect my property damage claim when the insurance adjuster will not call me back?
Yes. You can protect your motorcycle property damage claim by putting your requests in writing, keeping a communication log, preserving proof of damage, and…
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How do I protect my personal injury claim when an insurance company is involved?
Protect your claim by controlling communications, preserving evidence, tracking deadlines, and avoiding statements or paperwork you do not fully understand.
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How do I handle a health insurance reimbursement claim after a motor vehicle accident?
Handle it by identifying the health plan, verifying what accident-related bills it paid, asking for the plan documents and claim ledger, and resolving any…
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How do I get information about whether my motorcycle is repairable or a total loss after an accident?
Ask the insurance company, in writing, to assign a property damage adjuster and schedule an inspection of the motorcycle.
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How can I make a claim if the other driver may have been uninsured?
You can usually start by confirming whether the other driver had active liability insurance, then notifying your own auto insurer that an uninsured motorist…
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How can I get the other driver's insurance company to respond about my motorcycle damage claim?
Start by making the request in writing, giving a clear deadline for a response, and asking for a supervisor if the assigned adjuster will not answer.
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How can I get the insurance property damage adjuster to respond after a car accident?
You can usually improve the chances of a response by moving the property damage issue into writing, sending a complete packet, documenting every contact…
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How are personal injury settlement payments divided between medical bills and money paid directly to me?
A North Carolina personal injury settlement is usually divided by first resolving attorney fees and case costs, valid medical bills or liens, and any health…
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Can the insurance company discuss my car accident claim directly with my attorney?
Yes. If you are represented by an attorney, the insurance company may usually discuss your car accident claim with your attorney instead of contacting you…
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Can signing a settlement release stop me from bringing more claims later?
Yes. In most North Carolina personal injury claims, signing a settlement release can permanently end the claims covered by that document.
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Can problems like not getting a rental car and disruption to daily life be included in my injury settlement demand?
Yes, those problems can often be included in a settlement demand if they are connected to the accident and supported by proof.
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Can my lawyer request my medical records if I left sensitive identifying information off the intake forms?
Yes, your lawyer can ask you for missing identifying information before requesting medical records, and the firm may not be able to obtain the records without…
