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Accident Q&A series
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What happens if a settlement reimbursement check is lost before it reaches the health plan? — Durham, NC
If a settlement reimbursement check is lost before the health plan receives it, the payment issue usually has to be traced and documented; the…
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What happens after an insurance company makes a new settlement offer? — Durham, NC
After an insurance company makes a new settlement offer, your attorney should review it, explain what it does and does not resolve, discuss the…
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What factors help determine whether a personal injury settlement offer is fair? — Durham, NC
A personal injury settlement offer is fair only if it reasonably accounts for liability, injury-related losses, available insurance, claim risks,…
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What evidence should I keep after a motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC
Keep anything that helps show what happened, who was involved, what damage occurred, and how your injuries affected you after the crash. In North…
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What evidence do I need for a prosthetic joint implant failure claim? — Durham, NC
You generally need records that identify the implant, show what failed, connect the failure to your injury, and document your losses. In North…
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What evidence can help identify a hit-and-run driver after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Evidence that can help identify a hit-and-run driver includes the license plate number, vehicle description, crash report, witness information,…
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What can I do if a medical provider has not released records needed for my injury case? — Durham, NC
You can follow up in writing, confirm that the provider has a valid authorization, ask what is holding up the request, and document every contact. In…
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What can I do if a healthcare provider does not respond to a medical records request? — Durham, NC
You can follow up in writing, confirm the request went to the right records department, resend the signed authorization or patient-directed request,…
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What are my legal options if a medical implant caused complications? — Durham, NC
You may have legal options, but the right path depends on whether the problem came from the implant itself, the medical care around the implant, or…
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Should I accept a personal injury settlement offer if the insurance company increased its offer but it is still below my demand? — Durham, NC
Not necessarily. An increased offer is only one sign that negotiations are moving, but it does not mean the offer fairly accounts for your injuries,…
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How do orthopedic visits, physical therapy, or chiropractic care factor into an injury settlement? — Durham, NC
Orthopedic visits, physical therapy, chiropractic care, injections, and surgery can affect an injury settlement because they help document the nature…
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How do I know whether an implant failure is a medical malpractice case or a defective product case? — Durham, NC
An implant failure may be a medical malpractice case, a defective product case, both, or neither. In North Carolina, the key question is whether the…
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How do I know if an insurance settlement offer is fair for my injury claim? — Durham, NC
A settlement offer is fair only if it reasonably accounts for liability, injury-related medical proof, lost income, pain and suffering, available…
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How do I decide whether to settle or continue pursuing my injury claim? — Durham, NC
Deciding whether to settle or keep pursuing your injury claim usually comes down to risk, proof, timing, and the likely net amount after fees, costs,…
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How do I deal with insurance after a motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC
Start by reporting the crash, saving every insurance communication, and avoiding detailed fault statements until you understand the claim. In North…
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How can medical records help support my personal injury claim? — Durham, NC
Medical records can help support a personal injury claim by showing what injuries were documented, when treatment began, what symptoms were reported,…
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How can I help a personal injury lawyer understand how the injury is affecting daily life? — Durham, NC
You can help by giving clear, consistent updates about what has changed since the injury, especially activities the injured person can no longer do,…
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How can I get my medical records sent to my lawyer for a personal injury claim? — Durham, NC
Usually, you get your medical records sent to your lawyer by signing a written medical authorization that names the provider, identifies the records,…
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How are ongoing back symptoms considered in a personal injury settlement? — Durham, NC
Ongoing back symptoms are usually considered as part of the injury claim if they are connected to the accident and supported by medical records,…
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Do I need to tell the insurance company if injections or surgery are recommended after an accident? — Durham, NC
Usually, yes, the insurer should receive accurate information about recommended accident-related treatment, but you should be careful about how it is…
