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Accident Q&A series
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What should I do after a car accident if I was hurt but did not go to the hospital right away?
You may still have a valid North Carolina injury claim even if you did not go to the hospital from the crash scene.
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What medical records should I gather for a car accident case involving ongoing hospital treatment?
You should gather the full hospital chart, itemized bills, imaging records, discharge papers, follow-up visit records, and any health insurance explanations…
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What medical records or information do we need before moving forward with an injury claim?
You usually do not need every final record before starting an injury claim, but you do need enough medical information to show what treatment happened, who…
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What medical records do I need for a car accident claim if I had emergency room treatment and follow-up chiropractic care?
You usually need the full set of records and bills from every provider who treated you after the crash, including the emergency room and your chiropractor.
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What medical records and other evidence do I need for a car accident injury claim?
For a North Carolina car accident injury claim, the most helpful proof usually includes your medical records, medical bills, crash report, photos, witness…
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What is the difference between a property damage claim and a bodily injury claim after a car accident?
A property damage claim pays for damage to the vehicle and other personal property, while a bodily injury claim involves physical injuries, medical treatment,…
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What is a demand in a personal injury case, and what does it tell the insurance company?
A demand is a formal settlement package sent to the insurance company that explains why the claim should be paid and what amount is being requested to resolve…
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What happens if my spouse's condition changes after we start discussing a settlement?
If your spouse’s condition changes after settlement talks begin, that can affect how the claim should be evaluated, especially if treatment is still ongoing…
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What happens if Medicare has a lien on my car accident settlement?
If Medicare paid for accident-related treatment, part of your car accident settlement may need to be repaid before the money is fully disbursed.
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What happens if an imaging center contacts me about an MRI that I do not think I need for my car accident case?
An imaging center contacting you about an MRI does not automatically mean you must schedule it for your North Carolina car accident claim.
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What documents do I usually need to provide when an insurance company is taking possession of a damaged vehicle?
Usually, yes. When an insurance company is taking possession of a damaged vehicle as part of a North Carolina property damage claim, it often asks for the…
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What documents am I supposed to provide when an insurance company takes possession of my car?
If an insurance company is taking possession of your car as part of a North Carolina total-loss or salvage claim, it is often appropriate for the company to…
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What can I do if another driver pulled out in front of me and I was hurt in the crash?
You may be able to pursue an injury claim against the other driver if the evidence shows that driver failed to yield and caused the crash.
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Should I tell the insurance company to contact my lawyer if they ask about my doctors or medical treatment after a car accident?
Yes, if a lawyer is handling your injury claim, it is usually reasonable to tell the insurance company to contact your lawyer about your doctors, treatment,…
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How does an insurance company decide what to offer in a personal injury settlement?
An insurance company usually looks at liability, the seriousness of the injuries, medical records and bills, out-of-pocket losses, and how believable and…
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How do I verify which medical providers were paid by the insurance company after my accident?
You can usually verify this by requesting a written payment history from the insurer and comparing it to your providers’ billing records.
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How do I prove my injuries were caused by the crash if I was not taken by ambulance from the scene?
Yes, you may still be able to prove your injuries were caused by the crash even if you were not taken from the scene by ambulance.
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How do I prove my back injuries were caused by the accident if I went to the emergency room and then saw a chiropractor?
You prove it by connecting the crash to your symptoms with consistent records, timing, and treatment history.
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How do I make sure the insurance company only contacts my lawyer about my injury claim?
Yes. Once the insurance company knows you are represented, you can direct it to communicate through your lawyer instead of contacting you about the injury…
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How do I know whether a settlement offer is fair after an accident that caused surgery and other medical treatment?
A settlement offer is only fair if it reasonably accounts for the full effect of the injury, not just the insurer’s latest number.
