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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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Can I bring a claim if unsafe conditions at an apartment complex caused my fall?
Yes, you may be able to bring a claim if an unsafe condition at an apartment complex caused your fall, but the claim depends on proof.
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Can I bring a claim if I broke my foot in a trip-and-fall at my apartment complex?
Yes, you may be able to bring a claim if a dangerous condition at your apartment complex caused your fall and the landlord, owner, or property manager failed…
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Can I bring a claim against an apartment complex for an injury that required physical therapy?
Yes, you may be able to bring a claim against an apartment complex in North Carolina if unsafe property conditions caused your injury.
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Can I bring a car accident claim if I was driving a borrowed car?
Yes. In North Carolina, driving a borrowed car does not automatically prevent you from bringing an injury claim if another driver caused the crash.
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Can dropped alcohol-related allegations still affect my car accident injury claim?
Yes. Dropped alcohol-related allegations can still affect a North Carolina car accident injury claim because insurers may look at the underlying facts, not…
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Can an insurance company ask for my date of birth and part of my Social Security number for a personal injury claim?
Yes, an insurance company may ask for your date of birth and part of your Social Security number for a North Carolina personal injury claim, often to confirm…
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Can a medical provider be paid from my personal injury settlement?
Yes. In North Carolina, a medical provider may be paid from a personal injury settlement if it has a valid injury-related balance, proper notice, and a…
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Can a medical lien be reduced after a personal injury settlement?
Yes, a medical lien or reimbursement claim can sometimes be reduced after a personal injury settlement, but it depends on the type of lien, the law that…
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Can a health plan or subrogation company claim reimbursement from my personal injury settlement?
Yes, a health plan or subrogation company may claim reimbursement from a personal injury settlement, but the claim is not automatically valid or final.
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Why does my lawyer need my medical bills before a global injury settlement is finalized?
Your lawyer needs your medical bills before a global injury settlement is finalized because those bills help prove the size of your claim, identify lien or…
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Why does a personal injury lawyer need a police report and medical records release?
A personal injury lawyer usually needs the police report to understand how the accident was documented and a medical records release to obtain records and…
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Why does a minor need a guardian ad litem for a personal injury settlement?
A minor usually needs a guardian ad litem because North Carolina law does not treat a child’s personal injury settlement like an adult’s private agreement.
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What should I review before signing personal injury settlement documents?
Review every settlement document for accuracy, finality, lien language, payment instructions, and who is being released before you sign.
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What should I look for before signing a personal injury settlement release?
Before signing a personal injury settlement release, make sure you understand exactly which claims and parties you are releasing, whether the document covers…
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What should I know before deciding whether a car accident settlement is final?
A car accident settlement may become final if you sign a release, endorse a settlement check, or otherwise accept terms that resolve your claims.
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What should I know before accepting an insurance settlement?
Before accepting an insurance settlement, make sure you understand what claims you are releasing, what bills or liens must be paid, and whether the amount…
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What should I do if my uninsured motorist coverage paid my medical bills and car repairs but not pain and suffering?
You may still have a potential claim for pain and suffering, but it depends on what coverage paid, what paperwork you signed, your policy limits, and whether…
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What should I do if another injured person may receive a larger share of the insurance settlement?
Ask for the reason behind the proposed split, gather your medical bills and proof of losses, and do not sign a release until you understand what rights you…
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What records should a medical provider keep after agreeing to reduce a patient’s personal injury lien?
A medical provider should keep a clear paper trail showing the original lien, the reduction agreement, the settlement-related information relied on, the…
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What information should I gather after a motor vehicle accident?
Gather information that helps identify everyone involved, document how the crash happened, show your injuries and losses, and preserve communications with…
