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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 evidence do I need to support a car accident claim if I was not treated at the scene?
You can support a North Carolina car accident claim even if you were not treated at the scene, but you still need evidence connecting the collision to a…
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What compensation can I seek after a motor vehicle accident?
You may seek compensation for accident-related medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, property damage, and other losses supported by evidence.
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How do pre-existing back problems affect a car accident injury claim?
Pre-existing back problems do not automatically prevent you from bringing a North Carolina car accident injury claim.
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How do I request a final medical payment summary for a personal injury claim?
Send the health plan or its lien administrator a written request for a final, itemized summary of injury-related payments.
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How do I know if the other driver is legally responsible for my injuries?
The other driver may be legally responsible if their unsafe conduct caused the crash and your injuries.
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How do I find out whether my health insurance company has a lien on my claim?
Ask the health plan or its recovery administrator, in writing, whether it claims reimbursement from your personal injury recovery.
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Can I still recover compensation if I am on disability and did not miss work because of the accident?
Yes. Being on disability and having no missed wages does not automatically prevent you from pursuing compensation for injuries caused by an accident.
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Can I still explore my legal options after a car accident without starting a claim right away?
Yes. You can learn about your legal options, gather records, and evaluate what happened without immediately making a formal injury claim or filing a lawsuit.
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Can I sign a personal injury settlement release electronically?
Yes, a personal injury settlement release can generally be signed electronically in North Carolina when you and the insurance company agree to use electronic…
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Can I recover compensation if I was injured in a car accident?
Yes, you may be able to recover compensation if another person’s negligence caused your car accident and injuries.
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Can I recover compensation after a car accident caused by another driver?
Yes, you may be able to recover compensation if another driver’s negligence caused the crash and you suffered injuries or other covered losses.
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Can I make a personal injury claim after a car accident?
Yes, you may be able to make a personal injury claim if another person’s negligence caused a North Carolina car accident and you suffered injuries or related…
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Can I make a claim after a car accident if I did not miss any work?
Yes. Missing work is not required to make a North Carolina car accident claim because lost income is only one possible type of damage.
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Can I bring a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident?
Yes, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim if another person’s negligence caused the motor vehicle accident and your injuries.
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Can I bring a claim if the other driver caused my car accident?
Yes. If another driver’s negligence caused a Durham car accident that injured you or damaged your property, you may be able to bring a North Carolina claim.
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Can I bring a claim if I am not sure who was at fault for the accident?
Yes, you can report and investigate a possible claim even if you are not yet sure who caused the accident.
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Can I ask for changes to a settlement release before I sign it?
Yes. You may ask the insurance company to correct, clarify, remove, or narrow terms in a settlement release before you sign it, but the insurer does not have…
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Can a personal injury settlement be resolved before the health insurance lien is confirmed?
Yes. The parties may often sign the settlement documents and fund the settlement before a health insurance reimbursement claim is confirmed.
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Can a health insurance lien affect my injury settlement?
Yes. A valid health insurance reimbursement or subrogation claim may require part of an injury settlement to be used to repay medical expenses the plan covered.
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Why does my personal injury lawyer need my chiropractic or medical records?
Your personal injury lawyer needs your chiropractic and medical records to document your injuries, connect them to the incident, understand your treatment,…
