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Accident Q&A series
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What information should I gather after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Gather information that helps show who was involved, how the crash happened, what damage occurred, what injuries were reported, and what insurance…
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What happens if the other driver caused my car accident? — Durham, NC
If the other driver caused your car accident, you may be able to bring an injury claim against that driver’s insurance company or, in some cases,…
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What happens if the insurance company does not make a fair offer on my injury claim? — Durham, NC
You do not have to accept an injury settlement offer just because the insurance company calls it final or fair. In North Carolina, you can usually…
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What happens if another driver caused my car accident? — Durham, NC
If another driver caused your car accident, you may be able to bring an injury claim against that driver’s liability insurance. In North Carolina,…
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What happens if an insurance claim was not resolved before the legal deadline? — Durham, NC
If an insurance claim is not resolved before the lawsuit deadline, the claim may be in serious trouble unless a lawsuit was filed on time or a narrow…
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What happens after my lawyer sends a personal injury demand to the insurance company? — Durham, NC
After your lawyer sends a personal injury demand, the insurance company usually reviews liability, injuries, medical records, bills, lost income…
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What happens after I return a signed settlement release to the insurance company? — Durham, NC
After you return the signed and notarized original settlement release, the insurance company usually reviews it, confirms it is complete, and issues…
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What does it mean when the insurance company is reviewing my personal injury demand? — Durham, NC
It usually means the insurance adjuster is evaluating the demand package, checking liability, reviewing medical records and bills, and deciding…
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What does it mean if another law firm refers my car accident case to a co-counsel firm? — Durham, NC
It usually means the first law firm believes another firm may be better positioned to review, handle, or assist with your North Carolina car accident…
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What can I do if the vehicle owner's insurance handled the accident claim but did not include me as the injured driver? — Durham, NC
You may still be able to pursue your own bodily injury claim, even if the vehicle owner’s insurance already handled the truck or property-damage part…
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How do missing ambulance or transport records affect my car accident injury claim? — Durham, NC
Missing ambulance or transport records do not automatically ruin a North Carolina car accident injury claim, but they can create gaps in proof. Those…
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How do I make an injury claim after a hit-and-run when there is a police report but no driver information? — Durham, NC
You usually start by treating the crash as a potential uninsured motorist claim through available auto insurance. In North Carolina, a police report…
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How do I know who is responsible for a motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC
Responsibility for a motor vehicle accident usually depends on who acted carelessly, whether that conduct caused the crash, and what evidence…
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How do I know if a law firm can help with my car accident case? — Durham, NC
A law firm may be able to help with your car accident case if there are injuries, disputed fault, insurance issues, medical bills, lost income, or a…
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How do I find a personal injury lawyer for an older car accident case that may require filing a lawsuit? — Durham, NC
Look for a North Carolina personal injury lawyer who handles car accident claims and is prepared to review deadlines quickly, gather missing…
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How do I document neck, back, and leg pain after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Document neck, back, and leg pain by getting appropriate medical evaluation, describing your symptoms clearly at each visit, saving records and…
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How can I use a police report to confirm the accident date for an injury claim? — Durham, NC
A police report can help confirm the accident date by showing the reported date, time, location, drivers, vehicles, and investigating agency. For an…
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How can I stay organized with my personal injury claim if a medical condition makes it hard to remember details? — Durham, NC
You can protect your personal injury claim by using a simple written system, saving every claim-related document, and asking for help before relying…
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How can I get all of my medical records after a car accident, including ambulance or hospital transport records? — Durham, NC
You usually need to request records from every provider involved, not just the main hospital. In North Carolina, medical records are confidential and…
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Does a police report listing me as the driver help support my injury claim? — Durham, NC
Yes. A North Carolina crash report listing you as the driver can help show that you were involved in the accident and may help identify the vehicles,…
