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Accident Q&A series
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Can I use my uninsured motorist coverage if the other driver does not have valid insurance?
Yes, you may be able to use your uninsured motorist coverage if the other driver had no active insurance, gave invalid insurance information, or the listed…
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Can I still make a claim if fault for the accident is disputed?
Yes. You can usually start or continue a North Carolina personal injury claim even when fault is disputed, but the dispute must be handled carefully.
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Can I settle the injury portion of an insurance claim separately from other parts of the claim?
Yes, you can often settle the injury portion of an insurance claim separately, but only if the settlement agreement and release clearly limit what is being…
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Can I negotiate for a higher settlement after receiving an offer from the insurance company?
Yes. In many North Carolina personal injury claims, an insurance offer can be negotiated before a final settlement agreement is signed.
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Can I make a personal injury claim after a car accident?
Yes, you may be able to make a personal injury claim after a car accident if you were injured and someone else’s careless driving helped cause the crash.
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Can I bring a claim if I was injured in a motor vehicle accident?
Yes, you may be able to bring a claim if another person or company caused a motor vehicle accident that injured you.
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Can I bring a car accident claim if most of my injuries are emotional distress and shock rather than broken bones?
Yes. A North Carolina car accident claim does not require broken bones, but emotional distress and shock must be supported with evidence and connected to the…
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What should I do if I receive a collections notice while my personal injury claim is still open?
Do not ignore the collections notice, even if your North Carolina personal injury claim is still open.
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What should I do if an insurance claim already exists for my car accident?
If an insurance claim already exists, you usually do not need to open a second claim.
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What should I do if a medical provider does not send my records?
Follow up with the provider, confirm the request was sent to the correct records department, and make sure the provider has a valid authorization, the correct…
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What should I do after a motor vehicle accident if I may have an injury claim?
Take practical steps to protect your health, your evidence, and your legal deadline.
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What should I consider before settling my injury claim?
Before settling a North Carolina injury claim, consider whether the offer accounts for your medical bills, future care concerns, lost income, liens, fault…
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What should I consider before accepting an insurance settlement for an injury claim?
Before accepting an injury settlement, consider whether the offer fairly accounts for your documented injuries, medical bills, lost income, future care…
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What should I consider before accepting a car accident settlement offer?
Before accepting a car accident settlement offer, consider whether the offer accounts for your injuries, medical bills, lost income, future needs, disputed…
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What information should I gather after a motor vehicle accident?
Gather information that identifies the people, vehicles, insurance coverage, crash location, witnesses, injuries, medical care, and communications about the…
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What information should I gather after a car accident?
Gather information that shows who was involved, how the crash happened, what damage occurred, what injuries were reported, and how the insurance claim is…
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What information should I gather after a car accident?
Gather the other driver’s identity, vehicle and insurance information, photos or videos, witness details, the crash report number, medical records, repair…
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What information do I need to provide when reporting a car accident claim?
You should provide enough information for the insurer to identify the crash, confirm coverage, assign or locate the adjuster, and understand the basic…
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What information can support a higher settlement in a personal injury insurance claim?
Information that supports fault, connects the injuries to the incident, documents the full impact of the injury, and answers likely insurance defenses can…
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What happens if the insurance company rejects my counteroffer?
If the insurance company rejects your counteroffer, the case usually continues unless both sides have reached a final agreement.
