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Accident Q&A series
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Who may be legally responsible if I was injured during an adjustment? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, legal responsibility usually depends on who owed you a duty to use reasonable care, what happened during the adjustment, and…
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What should I do if I was hit in a parking lot by a driver who was backing out? — Durham, NC
If you were hit in a parking lot by a driver backing out, the most important steps are to document the scene, report the crash, preserve evidence,…
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What happens if the police report is unclear about who caused a parking lot crash? — Durham, NC
An unclear police report does not automatically decide a North Carolina parking lot injury claim. Fault is usually evaluated from the full evidence,…
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What happens if the driver who hit me ran away from the crash scene? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, a driver involved in an injury crash is generally required to stop, remain at the scene, share identifying information, and give…
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What happens if the car involved in the crash had registration or tag problems when the accident happened? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, registration or tag problems do not automatically decide who is legally at fault for a crash or whether an injured passenger can…
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What happens if my passenger was also hurt in the same car accident? — Durham, NC
If your passenger was also hurt in the same crash, that usually means there may be more than one injury claim arising from the same accident. In…
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What happens if my chiropractor wants to review my recent x-rays before deciding on more treatment? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, it is common for a provider to pause and review recent imaging before deciding whether more treatment makes sense. That usually…
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What happens if I was hurt and only have the ambulance bill and hospital-related records right now? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, having only the ambulance bill and hospital-related records does not automatically prevent a personal injury claim. Those…
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What happens if I signed a settlement release with the insurance company before hiring a lawyer? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, signing a settlement release often ends the claim covered by that release, even if you later decide to hire a lawyer. The exact…
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What do I need to show to prove an adjustment caused my hernia? — Durham, NC
Under North Carolina law, you generally need evidence that links the adjustment to the hernia, not just proof that both happened around the same…
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What do I need to provide for a car accident case if I have a police report, photos of my injuries, and medical records? — Durham, NC
For a North Carolina car accident case, you should usually provide the basic crash facts, your police report, injury photos, medical records, and any…
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What can I do if the other driver's insurance company says there was no coverage, but the police report and motor vehicle records show there was? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, you should not assume the denial is the final word just because the insurer says there was no coverage. Police reports and motor…
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What can I do if the insurance adjuster will not respond when I need total-loss paperwork for a replacement car? — Durham, NC
If an insurance adjuster is not responding and you need total-loss paperwork for a replacement car, start by making a clear written request that…
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What can I do if I was told to leave the accident scene before I could report that I was hurt or ask for medical help? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, being told to leave the scene does not automatically prevent you from making an injury claim later. What matters most is…
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Should I keep going to chiropractic treatment if I am still sore after an accident? — Durham, NC
Maybe, but the legal answer is not to stop or continue treatment just to help a claim. In North Carolina, the stronger approach is to follow the…
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How much would I need to handle myself in a car accident case while I am still going to doctors? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, you can handle some parts of a car accident claim yourself while you are still treating, but the amount of work depends on how…
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How do I prove my injuries from a car accident if I was only checked while in custody? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, you usually prove car-accident injuries with a combination of medical records, timing, witness evidence, and proof of how the…
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How do I prove my injuries from a car accident if I only went to the emergency room and could not keep up with follow-up treatment? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may still be able to prove an injury claim in North Carolina even if you only went to the emergency room and could not keep up with…
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How do I find the right police report if there were multiple accidents involving the same driver? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, the best way to find the correct crash report is to match the report to the accident date, approximate time, exact general…
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How can I prove the other driver had insurance at the time of the car accident? — Durham, NC
In North Carolina, you usually prove insurance existed on the crash date by gathering objective records that tie coverage to that specific vehicle…
