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Accident Q&A series
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What should I do if the police report says I was at fault for a car accident? — Durham, NC
Do not assume your injury claim is over just because the police report says you were at fault. In North Carolina, the report can matter to insurers,…
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What should I do if the other driver ran a red light and traffic camera footage may show the crash? — Durham, NC
Act quickly to preserve the traffic camera footage and other proof before it is deleted or overwritten. In North Carolina, a red-light violation can…
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What should I do if my pain comes back after being released from chiropractic care? — Durham, NC
If your pain returns after a chiropractic release, do not ignore it or rush the insurance demand as if your treatment picture is complete. In a North…
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What should I do if I was involved in a car accident and may have a claim? — Durham, NC
Start by making sure the crash is documented, preserving evidence, following the instructions of your medical providers, and avoiding detailed fault…
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What should I do if I have neck and back pain after a rear-end crash with a semi-truck? — Durham, NC
Take your symptoms seriously, keep following your medical providers’ instructions, and preserve every record connected to the crash and your…
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What should I do if a police report was made but I have not received it yet? — Durham, NC
You do not have to wait silently for the police report before protecting your claim. In North Carolina, an investigating officer’s crash report is…
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What should I do after being involved in a car accident? — Durham, NC
After a car accident in North Carolina, focus first on safety, required reporting, medical needs, and preserving evidence. You should exchange…
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What information should I gather after a motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC
After a motor vehicle accident, gather driver, vehicle, insurance, witness, police report, photo, medical, and repair information as soon as you…
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What happens if the other driver says the accident was my fault? — Durham, NC
The other driver’s accusation does not decide fault by itself. In a North Carolina car accident claim, insurers look at the crash report, witness…
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What happens if the insurance company rejects my counteroffer? — Durham, NC
If the insurance company rejects your counteroffer, your claim usually does not end. The adjuster may stand by the original offer, make a different…
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What happens after my lawyer sends a settlement counteroffer in a personal injury claim? — Durham, NC
After your lawyer sends a settlement counteroffer, the insurance company may accept it, reject it, make another offer, ask for more information, or…
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What evidence do I need to show that another driver ran a red light and caused my crash? — Durham, NC
You usually need evidence showing both that the other driver entered the intersection against a red light and that this caused the collision. In…
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What compensation may be available after a car accident injury? — Durham, NC
Compensation after a North Carolina car accident may include medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, out-of-pocket costs, and sometimes…
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What can I do if a healthcare provider cannot find my patient record? — Durham, NC
Start by giving the provider corrected identifying information and asking the records department to search again by date range, alternate spellings,…
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Should I talk to the at-fault driver's insurance company after a serious accident? — Durham, NC
You can answer basic contact questions, but you should be careful about discussing fault, injuries, treatment, or giving a recorded statement to the…
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Should I accept the insurance company's first settlement offer after an accident? — Durham, NC
Usually, you should not accept the insurance company's first settlement offer until you understand your injuries, medical bills, lost income, liens,…
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How does an insurance demand work after an accident? — Durham, NC
An insurance demand is a written request asking the at-fault insurer to resolve an injury claim based on the evidence gathered so far. In a North…
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How do chiropractic visits affect a personal injury claim? — Durham, NC
Chiropractic visits can affect a North Carolina personal injury claim by creating records of your symptoms, treatment dates, bills, and progress…
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How can I prove the other driver was at fault after a side-impact crash on a blind curve? — Durham, NC
You prove fault by collecting evidence that shows where each vehicle was, how the impact happened, and why the other driver failed to use reasonable…
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How can I protect my rights after a motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC
You can protect your rights after a motor vehicle accident by preserving evidence, reporting the crash when required, getting appropriate medical…
