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  1. Accident Q&A series

    What happens if the driver says I was partly responsible for the accident?

    If the driver says you were partly responsible, the insurance company may investigate whether North Carolina contributory negligence applies.

  2. Accident Q&A series

    What happens if fault is disputed after a car accident?

    If fault is disputed after a car accident, the insurance company may delay, deny, or reduce the claim while it investigates who caused the crash.

  3. Accident Q&A series

    What happens after my medical bills and records are collected?

    After your medical bills and records are collected, your legal team usually reviews them for completeness, organizes the treatment history, evaluates how the…

  4. Accident Q&A series

    What evidence should I keep after a motor vehicle accident?

    Keep anything that helps show how the motor vehicle accident happened, who was involved, what damage occurred, and how the crash affected you afterward.

  5. Accident Q&A series

    What evidence do I need to support a claim for neck and back injuries after a collision?

    You need evidence that shows the collision happened, who was at fault, what neck and back symptoms you reported, what treatment you received, and how the…

  6. Accident Q&A series

    What evidence can help prove fault in a pedestrian accident?

    Evidence that can help prove fault in a pedestrian accident includes photos, video, witness statements, the crash report, traffic-signal information, vehicle…

  7. Accident Q&A series

    What compensation can I seek after a car accident injury?

    You may be able to seek compensation for injury-related losses such as medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, certain future losses if supported,…

  8. Accident Q&A series

    How does fault affect a car accident injury claim?

    Fault affects whether a car accident injury claim can succeed, which insurance company may be responsible, and how strongly the claim can be negotiated.

  9. Accident Q&A series

    How can I pursue a claim after a car accident caused by another driver?

    You can usually pursue a North Carolina car accident claim by documenting fault, proving your injuries and losses, notifying the proper insurance companies,…

  10. Accident Q&A series

    Can I still make a claim if fault for the car accident is disputed?

    Yes, you can usually open or continue a car accident injury claim even when fault is disputed.

  11. Accident Q&A series

    Can I still make a car accident claim if I have trouble communicating in English?

    Yes. Having trouble communicating in English does not prevent you from making a North Carolina car accident claim.

  12. Accident Q&A series

    Can I recover lost income if a car accident kept me from working or doing small jobs?

    Yes, lost income may be part of a North Carolina personal injury claim if you can connect the missed work or missed small jobs to the crash and prove the…

  13. Accident Q&A series

    Can I recover compensation if another driver caused my accident?

    Yes, you may be able to recover compensation if another driver’s negligence caused your accident and you can prove your injuries and losses.

  14. Accident Q&A series

    Can I recover compensation if another driver caused my accident?

    Yes, you may be able to recover compensation if another driver caused your accident, but you still need proof of fault, injury, and losses.

  15. Accident Q&A series

    Can I recover compensation for injuries after a pedestrian accident?

    Yes, you may be able to recover compensation after a pedestrian accident if another person’s negligence caused your injuries and you can prove your losses.

  16. Accident Q&A series

    Can I keep getting chiropractic treatment before my personal injury demand is sent?

    Yes, you can generally continue chiropractic treatment before a personal injury demand is sent, but the treatment should be well documented and clearly…

  17. Accident Q&A series

    Can I get help with my car accident claim if I need a Spanish-speaking representative?

    Yes. You can ask for Spanish-language assistance when discussing a Durham car accident claim, and that need should be raised early so communication is clear.

  18. Accident Q&A series

    Can I bring a personal injury claim if I was a pedestrian in a motor vehicle accident?

    Yes. A pedestrian injured in a motor vehicle accident in North Carolina may be able to bring a personal injury claim if another person’s negligence caused the…

  19. Accident Q&A series

    Can I bring a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident?

    Yes, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident if you were injured and can show that another person’s negligence caused…

  20. Accident Q&A series

    Can I bring a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident?

    Yes, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident if another person’s negligence caused your injuries and losses.

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