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Accident Q&A series
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Can I recover compensation for injuries after being struck by a vehicle on my bike? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to recover compensation after a Durham bicycle crash if the driver’s negligence caused your injuries and the evidence supports…
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Can I include physical therapy and occupational therapy as part of my injury claim? — Durham, NC
Yes, physical therapy and occupational therapy are often part of a North Carolina injury claim when they relate to the injury, are reasonably…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim if I did not go to the hospital until the next day? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may still be able to bring a personal injury claim in North Carolina even if you did not go to the hospital until the next day. A one-day…
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Can I bring a car accident claim if I went to urgent care, had x-rays, and am still treating? — Durham, NC
Yes. In North Carolina, going to urgent care, getting x-rays, and continuing treatment can support a car accident claim rather than prevent one. The…
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Who should a medical provider contact to verify the status of a personal injury claim when the prior law firm no longer represents the patient? — Durham, NC
The medical provider usually should contact the patient directly, or the patient’s current attorney if the patient has new counsel and proper…
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What should I do if I was hurt in a motor vehicle accident and want to speak with a lawyer? — Durham, NC
If you were hurt in a motor vehicle accident and want to speak with a lawyer, the most helpful first steps are to preserve evidence, document your…
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What should I do if I am contacted about additional testing after I have decided to wrap up treatment for a car accident injury? — Durham, NC
If you are contacted about more testing after you have decided to stop treatment, do not ignore it, but do not assume you must schedule it right away…
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What should I do if both a parent and child were injured in the same car accident? — Durham, NC
If both a parent and child were hurt in the same crash, each injury claim should be documented carefully and handled separately even if the same…
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What should I do after a motor vehicle accident if I want to speak with a lawyer? — Durham, NC
If you want to speak with a lawyer after a motor vehicle accident, the most helpful steps are to protect your safety, report the crash when required,…
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What should I do after a car accident if I did not go to the emergency room until the next day? — Durham, NC
You may still have a valid North Carolina injury claim even if you did not go to the emergency room until the next day. The key issue is usually not…
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What happens if the driver who hit us was charged with leaving the scene and lying to police? — Durham, NC
The criminal charges may help explain what happened, but they do not automatically win your North Carolina injury claim. A charge for leaving the…
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What happens if Medicaid says it paid for treatment related to my injury claim? — Durham, NC
If Medicaid says it paid for treatment related to your injury claim, that issue usually has to be addressed before settlement money is fully…
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What happens if I need more testing and treatment after a car accident because my symptoms are getting worse? — Durham, NC
If your symptoms get worse after a Durham car accident, additional testing and treatment may still be part of your North Carolina injury claim if the…
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What documents or photos should I gather to support my personal injury claim after an accident at a business? — Durham, NC
You should gather anything that shows what the dangerous condition was, how the business knew or should have known about it, and how the incident…
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What can I do if I still have ongoing knee problems after a car accident and may need surgery? — Durham, NC
You may still be able to pursue a North Carolina injury claim for your ongoing knee problems, including care that is reasonably tied to the crash and…
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What can I do if another driver pulled out of a parking lot and hit my car while I was moving with traffic? — Durham, NC
If another driver pulled out of a parking lot into moving traffic and hit your car, you may have a claim against that driver, but the facts still…
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How is the final amount I receive affected by a Medicare repayment claim? — Durham, NC
A Medicare repayment claim can reduce the amount you actually receive from a personal injury settlement because Medicare may have to be reimbursed…
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How is a vehicle damage claim handled separately from the medical part of an injury case? — Durham, NC
Yes. In many North Carolina vehicle accident claims, the property damage part and the injury part are handled on separate tracks. You may be able to…
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How do I know whether the insurance company has responded to the demand in my case? — Durham, NC
You usually know the insurance company has responded when your lawyer receives a written reply, an offer, a request for more records, or a phone call…
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How do I find out whether I already have a lawyer for my accident case? — Durham, NC
The fastest way to find out is to check whether you or someone acting for you signed a representation agreement, medical authorization, or other…
