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Accident Q&A series
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Can uninsured motorist coverage apply if my policy was not active at the time of the crash? — Durham, NC
Usually, uninsured motorist coverage under your own auto policy will not apply if that policy was not active when the crash happened. In North…
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Can the insurance company evaluate my injury claim before I finish treatment? — Durham, NC
Yes. An insurance company can review and place a preliminary value on your injury claim before treatment is finished, but that early evaluation may…
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Can my personal injury claim settle without filing a lawsuit? — Durham, NC
Yes. Many North Carolina personal injury claims settle through insurance negotiations without a lawsuit being filed. The main caveat is that…
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Can my lawyer negotiate payment of medical bills after a settlement is reached? — Durham, NC
Yes. In many North Carolina personal injury cases, a lawyer can continue working on medical bills, liens, and reimbursement claims after a settlement…
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Can my attorney keep negotiating after the insurance company says it cannot meet my settlement demand? — Durham, NC
Yes. An insurance company saying it cannot meet your settlement demand does not always end negotiations in a North Carolina personal injury claim.…
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Can I sue if my prosthetic joint implant failed? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to sue if a prosthetic joint implant failed, but failure alone is usually not enough. In North Carolina, the key questions are…
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Can I reject a settlement offer and continue negotiating my injury claim? — Durham, NC
Yes. In most North Carolina personal injury claims, you can reject a settlement offer and continue negotiating, especially if no final release has…
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Can I recover compensation for injuries from a car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to recover compensation after a car accident if another person’s negligence caused your injuries and you can prove your losses.…
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Can I recover compensation after a hit-and-run if my auto insurance had lapsed? — Durham, NC
Possibly, but a lapsed auto policy can make a hit-and-run injury claim much harder in North Carolina. If there was no active uninsured motorist…
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Can I negotiate a personal injury settlement offer from an insurance company? — Durham, NC
Yes. A personal injury settlement offer from an insurance company can often be negotiated, and a new offer does not have to be the final word. In…
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Can I negotiate a higher settlement offer for my personal injury claim? — Durham, NC
Yes, you can usually negotiate for a higher personal injury settlement offer, especially if the first offer does not fully account for liability,…
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Can I make a personal injury claim after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to make a personal injury claim after a car accident if another person’s careless driving caused your injuries and losses. In…
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Can I make a claim if another driver caused my motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC
Yes. If another driver’s careless driving caused your motor vehicle accident and you suffered injuries, property damage, or other losses, you may be…
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Can a relative or caregiver help communicate with a lawyer about an injured person's personal injury claim? — Durham, NC
Yes. A relative or caregiver can often help share updates, gather documents, and coordinate communication, but the law firm usually needs permission…
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Who may be responsible for injuries caused by a dangerous pothole in the road? — Durham, NC
Responsibility may fall on the government agency that maintained the road, a private contractor or utility company that created or failed to fix the…
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What should I do if the insurance adjuster needs more information about my injury claim? — Durham, NC
Respond carefully, but do not guess or send more than the claim reasonably requires. In a North Carolina personal injury claim, the information an…
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What should I do if I was pregnant when the crash happened and went to the emergency room by ambulance? — Durham, NC
Get and keep the records from the ambulance, emergency room, and any follow-up care, including pregnancy-related evaluations. In North Carolina, a…
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What should I do if I was pregnant during a car accident and went to the hospital afterward? — Durham, NC
Protect your health first, then protect the evidence. If you were pregnant in a North Carolina car accident and went to the hospital, keep every…
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What should I do if I was injured in a car accident and need to deal with insurance? — Durham, NC
Start by protecting your health, preserving evidence, and keeping insurance communications organized. In North Carolina, car accident insurance…
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What should I do after a car accident if I am getting medical treatment? — Durham, NC
Keep following the instructions of your medical providers, document every visit, and protect the evidence that connects your injuries to the crash.…
