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Accident Q&A series
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What happens after an insurance company assigns someone to my claim? — Durham, NC
Usually, the person assigned to your claim is the adjuster or claim representative who will handle the next steps, such as gathering basic facts,…
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Should my personal injury case move forward if some medical bills and records have not come in yet? — Durham, NC
Usually yes, the case can keep moving, but it often should not be fully valued or resolved until the missing medical bills and records are in. In a…
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Should I fill out my employer's medical leave paperwork if my injury is keeping me from doing my job duties? — Durham, NC
Usually, yes. If your injury is limiting your job duties, completing your employer’s medical leave paperwork and turning in a doctor’s note can help…
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How does medical payments coverage work after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Medical payments coverage, often called MedPay, is a type of no-fault coverage that may help pay accident-related medical bills up to the policy…
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How do I notify the insurance company that I am represented after a car accident injury claim? — Durham, NC
You usually notify the insurance company by sending a clear written letter of representation to the bodily injury adjuster or claims department,…
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How do I include my medical bills in my car accident claim? — Durham, NC
You usually include your medical bills in a North Carolina car accident claim by gathering itemized bills, records, and proof that the treatment was…
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How do I handle medical leave paperwork when my injury keeps me from doing my job safely? — Durham, NC
If your injury keeps you from doing your job safely, complete the medical leave paperwork carefully and make sure it matches your treating provider’s…
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How do I find out whether an insurance claim has already been opened after a car accident? — Durham, NC
You can usually find out by contacting the insurance carrier for the other driver, giving the date of loss, the insured’s name, and basic crash…
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How do I document work restrictions when I am still in treatment for a back injury? — Durham, NC
You should document work restrictions with clear written records from your treating providers, regular work-status updates, and copies of anything…
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How can I recover lost wages as an Uber driver after a car accident injury? — Durham, NC
You may be able to recover lost wages or lost earning capacity after a car accident if your injuries kept you from driving and you can show what…
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How can I make sure all of my treatment records and medications are included in my injury claim? — Durham, NC
You can help make sure your injury claim includes all treatment records and medications by giving your attorney or claims handler a complete provider…
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How can I find out whether an insurance claim has already been opened under my policy? — Durham, NC
You can usually find out by calling the insurer’s claims department, verifying your identity and policy information, and asking whether a claim…
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Do I send my doctor's note and medical leave paperwork directly to my employer, or should my lawyer handle it? — Durham, NC
Usually, your employer needs the doctor’s note or leave paperwork directly from you or your medical provider, not from your personal injury lawyer. A…
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Do I need to make a claim for my child if my child was in the car but was not injured? — Durham, NC
Usually no. If your child was in the car but had no injury, no symptoms, and no related medical care or other damages, there often is no separate…
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Can my lawyer contact the other driver's insurance company to get the claim number and adjuster information? — Durham, NC
Yes. In a North Carolina car accident claim, your lawyer can usually contact the other driver’s insurance company to ask whether a bodily injury…
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Can my employer require me to fill out medical leave forms while I am still going to therapy and doctor appointments for a back injury? — Durham, NC
Yes, an employer can often ask you to complete medical leave paperwork if your injury is affecting your ability to work safely, even while you are…
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Can I use MedPay under my own auto policy if I was hurt while driving someone else's vehicle? — Durham, NC
Maybe. In North Carolina, MedPay is optional coverage and the answer usually depends on the exact wording of your own auto policy, whether you are an…
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Can I take medical leave if my back injury makes it unsafe to perform my regular job duties? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to take medical leave if your back injury makes it unsafe to do the essential parts of your job. In North Carolina, the…
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Can I still recover compensation if my medical treatment is more than the other driver's policy limits? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may still have options if your medical treatment is more than the at-fault driver’s insurance limits. In North Carolina, recovery may come…
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Can I still recover compensation if I manage my symptoms at home instead of going to physical therapy? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may still be able to recover compensation, but stopping physical therapy can affect how an insurer or jury views your injuries and damages.…
