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Accident Q&A series
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Can a lawyer help me move my car accident case forward after a referral? — Durham, NC
Yes, a lawyer may be able to help move a North Carolina car accident case forward after a referral, but the referral itself does not mean you have…
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When will I discuss the amount my attorney plans to pursue in my injury claim? — Durham, NC
You typically discuss the amount your attorney plans to pursue after the medical records, final bills, treatment status, lost income information, and…
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What should I say to the insurance company if they contact me about my vehicle while I already have a lawyer for my injury case? — Durham, NC
Tell the insurance company that you are represented by a lawyer for your injury claim and that you need to confirm whether your lawyer is also…
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What should I do if the hospital only checked my neck but my lower back and leg still hurt after a car accident? — Durham, NC
If pain continues after a car accident, you should document it, follow up with a medical provider if you believe you need care, and make sure your…
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What should I do if I remember another doctor I saw for my injury? — Durham, NC
Tell your legal team as soon as you remember the additional doctor, even if the visit seemed minor. In a North Carolina personal injury claim,…
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What should I do after a car accident if I still have back and side pain after the emergency room visit? — Durham, NC
Take the ongoing pain seriously, follow your medical provider’s instructions, and document what has changed since the crash. In a North Carolina car…
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What medical documents should I keep sending to my lawyer after an injury claim is opened? — Durham, NC
Keep sending any new injury-related medical records, bills, insurance statements, procedure records, follow-up notes, and provider correspondence as…
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What is the difference between a personal injury claim and a property damage or diminished value claim after a car accident? — Durham, NC
A personal injury claim seeks compensation for bodily harm, while a property damage or diminished value claim deals with the vehicle and related…
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What information does the insurance company usually need about my injuries and medical treatment after a car accident? — Durham, NC
The insurance company usually needs enough information to understand what injuries you are claiming, what treatment you received, whether care is…
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What information do I need to help my attorney find my accident report? — Durham, NC
Your attorney usually needs the crash date, approximate time, location, drivers’ names, vehicle information, responding agency, and any officer or…
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What happens if the other driver's insurance company disputes my injury claim after a crash? — Durham, NC
If the other driver's insurance company disputes your injury claim, it usually means the insurer is not agreeing to pay the claim as presented. In…
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What happens if the officer has not submitted the crash report yet? — Durham, NC
If the officer has not submitted the crash report yet, the report may simply be delayed, and your attorney may need to follow up with the responding…
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What happens if I received workers' compensation benefits after a car accident caused by someone else? — Durham, NC
You may have both a workers' compensation claim and a claim against the at-fault driver, but the two claims must be coordinated. In North Carolina,…
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What happens if a car accident only damaged my vehicle and not my body? — Durham, NC
If the crash only damaged your vehicle and you are not claiming physical injury, the matter is usually handled as a property-damage claim rather than…
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What evidence should I gather for a car accident injury claim? — Durham, NC
Gather evidence that shows how the crash happened, who may be at fault, what injuries and losses followed, and how the accident changed your daily…
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What can I do if my insurance company says it never received the police report? — Durham, NC
You can request the crash report yourself, send a copy to the adjuster, and ask the insurance company to confirm exactly what information it still…
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What can I do if my crash report is not available online yet? — Durham, NC
You can usually keep working on your Durham car accident claim while the crash report is still pending online. In North Carolina, the investigating…
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What can I do if a police report says I contributed to a car accident? — Durham, NC
You can still investigate and pursue the claim, but the police report creates a real problem that should be addressed early. In North Carolina,…
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Should I respond to settlement offers from the other driver's insurance company after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you can respond, but you do not have to accept a settlement offer before you understand your injuries, medical bills, releases, and deadlines.…
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If I was injured in a car accident, who handles the vehicle damage portion of my case? — Durham, NC
Usually, the answer depends on your written fee agreement and what your attorney has agreed to handle. In many North Carolina car accident cases, the…
