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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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How important is an independent witness in a red light or green light car accident dispute?
An independent witness can be very important in a red light or green light crash dispute, especially when the two drivers give opposite stories.
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How do medical records and bills affect my personal injury claim?
Medical records and bills often play a central role in a North Carolina personal injury claim because they help show what injuries were treated, when…
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How do medical bills or chiropractic liens affect how much money I actually receive from a car accident settlement?
Medical bills and chiropractic liens can reduce the amount you actually receive from a car accident settlement in North Carolina, but not every bill is…
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How do insurance companies evaluate settlement offers when there are chiropractic bills and other medical expenses?
Insurance companies usually look at whether the treatment appears related to the crash, whether the charges are documented, whether the care seems reasonable…
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How do I show the other driver's insurance company that a lawyer is representing me?
You usually show the other driver’s insurance company by having your lawyer send a written letter of representation.
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How do I send additional medical records and bills to my lawyer for my personal injury case?
You can usually send additional medical records and bills to your lawyer by mail, secure upload, fax, or hand delivery, depending on the office’s process.
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How do I prove whether a nursing home's negligence caused my parent's injuries and death?
You prove this kind of claim by showing, with records and usually medical testimony, what the nursing home should have done, what it failed to do, how the…
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How do I prove my injuries after a car accident if I went to the emergency room but could not get much follow-up treatment?
You can still prove your injuries, but it is usually harder when treatment stopped early.
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How do I prove my back pain was caused by a car accident if I am only treating with a chiropractor?
You can still try to prove your back pain was caused by a car accident even if your treatment is only with a chiropractor, but the claim usually depends on…
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How do I document my doctor visits and therapy appointments for a personal injury claim?
Document each visit by keeping the appointment date, provider name, reason for treatment, visit summary, bills, and proof of what health insurance paid and…
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How do I decide whether to accept a car accident settlement offer or keep negotiating for more?
You should usually decide only after you understand what the offer covers, what evidence still supports a higher amount, and what will likely be paid out of…
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How can I prove what happened in a car accident if I do not remember the crash?
Yes, a car accident claim can sometimes still be investigated even if you do not remember the crash.
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How can I prove the truck driver was at fault if the police report seems to blame me?
Yes, you may still be able to prove the truck driver was at fault even if the police report appears unfavorable.
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How can I confirm whether all of my medical records have been received for my injury claim?
You can usually confirm this by asking for a provider-by-provider status update, not just a general statement that your file is being reviewed.
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How can a chiropractic lien affect a car accident settlement?
A chiropractic lien can reduce how much of a car accident settlement is actually disbursed to you because part of the settlement may need to be held back to…
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Do I need to tell my lawyer if I switched doctors during treatment after a car accident?
Yes. If you changed doctors or moved to a different provider during treatment after a car accident, your lawyer should know.
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Do I need a police report before I can speak with a lawyer about a motor vehicle accident?
No. You do not need a police report before you can speak with a lawyer about a motor vehicle accident in Durham, North Carolina.
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Do I have to sue the driver or insured first before the insurance company has to pay anything?
Not always. In a North Carolina motor vehicle injury claim, an insurer may choose to discuss settlement and pay before any lawsuit is filed, but some policy…
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Can the insurance company issue my settlement payment after I sign the release?
Yes. In many North Carolina injury claims, the insurance company does not issue the settlement payment until the signed release is returned.
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Can the insurance company be contacted before all of my medical records and bills are collected?
Yes. In many North Carolina personal injury claims, the insurance company can be contacted before every medical record and bill is in hand.
