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Accident Q&A series
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What happens if some of my treatment records have not been sent to my lawyer yet? — Durham, NC
If some of your treatment records have not reached your lawyer yet, your claim may simply stay in the evidence-gathering stage a little longer. In…
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What compensation can I seek after a car accident caused a fractured toe and ongoing pain? — Durham, NC
You may be able to seek compensation for reasonable medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other accident-related losses if another…
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What can I do if the other driver tried to offer me money after the accident? — Durham, NC
You do not have to accept money from the other driver just because they offered it after a crash. In a North Carolina injury claim, taking cash too…
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What can I do if the insurance company says it will not fully consider my wage loss documentation? — Durham, NC
You may still be able to support a wage loss claim, but the insurer will usually want clearer proof tying your missed work to accident-related limits…
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What can I do if another driver turned into my lane and caused a crash involving my car and another vehicle? — Durham, NC
You may be able to pursue an injury claim and a property-damage claim if another driver turned into your lane and caused a multi-vehicle crash. In…
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How do medical records and bills get collected after I finish treatment for an injury claim? — Durham, NC
Usually, medical records and itemized bills are gathered after your treatment is reasonably complete so the claim shows the full course of care. In a…
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How do I use the police report and hospital records to support my car accident claim? — Durham, NC
You use the police report to help show how the crash happened and the hospital records to help show what injuries were diagnosed, when symptoms…
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How do I show that missing orientation because of an injury cost me a new job? — Durham, NC
Yes, a missed job orientation can sometimes be part of a North Carolina personal injury claim, even if you had not officially started work yet. The…
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How do I send a demand letter when an injury claim has been transferred to a new insurance administrator? — Durham, NC
Send the demand in writing to the new claims administrator using the most current contact information you have, and copy any supervisor or transfer…
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How do I prove the other driver was at fault when they turned across traffic and hit multiple cars? — Durham, NC
You usually prove fault by showing the turning driver failed to yield, using the crash report, vehicle damage, scene evidence, witness statements,…
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How do I prove my back injury was caused by the car accident? — Durham, NC
You usually prove a back injury claim by tying the crash to your symptoms through prompt medical care, consistent records, imaging or other testing…
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How do I prove fault in a car accident when a government employee was involved? — Durham, NC
You prove fault much like any other North Carolina car accident claim: by showing what the government employee did, why it was negligent, and how…
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How do I find the right claims department for a car accident involving a rental vehicle? — Durham, NC
Start by identifying every possible layer of coverage: the rental driver’s personal auto insurer, any insurer listed on the crash report, any…
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How do I file a personal injury claim when the other driver was in a rental car? — Durham, NC
You usually file the injury claim much like any other North Carolina car accident claim, but you need to identify the right liability carrier or…
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How do I confirm whether a medical lien has been received in a personal injury case? — Durham, NC
You usually confirm a medical lien by checking whether the claim file contains written lien notice from the provider or benefits program and whether…
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How can I confirm the correct claim number and contact person for an accident injury claim? — Durham, NC
You can usually confirm the right bodily injury claim number and the current contact person by getting the information in writing from the insurer or…
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Does it affect my personal injury case if all of my medical treatment is through a veterans' healthcare system? — Durham, NC
Yes, it can affect how a North Carolina personal injury claim is documented and resolved, but it does not automatically prevent a claim. If your…
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Does a police report help my car accident injury case if I was not the driver? — Durham, NC
Yes, a police report can help a passenger injury claim in North Carolina, but it is usually only one piece of the case. It may identify the drivers,…
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Do I have to accept the insurance company's offer if the appraisal process does not resolve the dispute? — Durham, NC
No. If the appraisal process still does not resolve a diminished value dispute, you generally do not have to accept the insurance company’s offer…
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Can I still start a claim if my accident happened recently and I do not have all my paperwork with me yet? — Durham, NC
Yes. If your accident happened recently, you can usually begin a North Carolina injury claim even if you do not have every document in front of you…
