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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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Who can make a property damage claim for a borrowed wheelchair after an accident?
The wheelchair’s owner usually has the primary property damage claim, but a person who lawfully borrowed and possessed it may also have rights under North…
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What should I do if the insurance company has not made an initial settlement offer yet?
Confirm in writing that the insurance company received the settlement demand, ask whether anything is missing, and request a specific status update.
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What should I do if the at-fault driver's insurance stops responding after a crash?
Put your follow-up in writing, keep proof of every contact attempt, ask whether the insurer needs additional information, and request a supervisor if the…
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What should I do if my medical provider says records were sent but my lawyer cannot find them?
Ask your lawyer and medical provider to compare the delivery date, delivery method, recipient address or fax number, and any confirmation or tracking number.
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What should I do after being involved in a motor vehicle accident?
After a motor vehicle accident, protect your immediate safety, report the crash when required, exchange information, document the scene, and notify the…
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What should I do after another driver hit the side of my car?
Preserve evidence, obtain the police report, notify the appropriate insurers, and document any injuries and expenses accurately.
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What proof is needed to replace a wheelchair damaged or lost in connection with an accident claim?
A person seeking payment generally should provide evidence that they owned the wheelchair or had a lawful interest in it, that the identified wheelchair was…
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What medical records are usually needed for a personal injury claim?
A personal injury claim usually requires complete records from every provider who evaluated or treated the injuries connected to the incident.
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What information should I gather after a car accident?
Gather contact and insurance details, photographs, witness information, the crash report number, medical documents, vehicle records, and every communication…
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What information should I gather after a car accident?
Gather contact and insurance information, photographs, witness details, the crash report number, medical documents, vehicle records, and every communication…
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What happens if the at-fault driver's insurance is not enough to cover my car accident injuries?
You may be able to seek additional compensation through underinsured motorist coverage or another available source, but a policy-limits offer does not…
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What happens if damaged property in an accident belongs to someone other than the person using it?
The property owner usually has the main claim for physical damage, but a person who lawfully borrowed or possessed the property may also have rights under…
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What happens if an injured person’s estate cannot confirm who owned damaged property?
The estate’s inability to confirm ownership does not automatically require the insurer to pay or deny the property claim.
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What happens if a healthcare provider has not sent my medical bill yet?
An outstanding medical bill can delay parts of a personal injury claim because the bill helps document the treatment provided and the charges connected to the…
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What happens after my personal injury settlement demand is sent to the insurance company?
The insurance adjuster usually reviews coverage, fault, medical documentation, and claimed losses before responding with an offer, a request for more…
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What happens after my lawyer sends a settlement demand to the insurance company?
After your lawyer sends a settlement demand, the insurance adjuster usually reviews the evidence, evaluates fault and damages, and then accepts the demand,…
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What evidence do I need to show the other driver caused my injuries?
You generally need evidence connecting two separate points: the other driver caused the crash, and the crash caused your injuries.
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What does it mean when an insurance company offers policy limits in a car accident case?
A policy-limits offer usually means the at-fault driver’s insurer is offering the most it says it must pay under the applicable liability coverage.
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What can I do if the insurance company settled the vehicle damage with the vehicle owner but has not paid for my personal property?
You can submit a separate written claim for personal property that you owned and that was damaged or lost in the collision.
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What can I do if the insurance company does not respond to my settlement demand?
Send a written follow-up confirming that the insurer received the settlement demand, ask whether anything is missing, and request a response date.
