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Accident Q&A series
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Can I make both a medical payments claim and an underinsured motorist claim from the same accident? — Durham, NC
Yes. A covered person may generally pursue medical payments coverage and underinsured motorist coverage after the same North Carolina car accident…
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Can I make a personal injury claim after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to make a personal injury claim if another person’s negligence caused the car accident and you suffered an injury as a result.…
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Can I keep my car after an insurance company says it may be totaled? — Durham, NC
Yes. In North Carolina, you can usually ask to keep a vehicle after an insurer declares it a total loss, but the payment may be reduced by the…
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Can I bring a wrongful death claim if my child was killed while driving in a car accident? — Durham, NC
Possibly. Under North Carolina law, a wrongful death claim may exist if another person’s wrongful conduct caused your child’s fatal car accident, but…
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Can I bring a wrongful death claim if my child died in a single-car accident? — Durham, NC
Possibly. A single-car accident can support a North Carolina wrongful death claim if evidence shows that another person or company—such as a vehicle…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim if another person’s negligence caused the motor vehicle accident and your injuries. A North…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim if another person’s negligence caused the car accident and you suffered an injury or related…
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Can I bring a claim if another driver hit me while I was in a turn lane? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a claim if the other driver entered your turn lane, crossed into your path, or otherwise drove carelessly and caused…
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Can I bring a car accident claim if the other driver admitted fault? — Durham, NC
Yes. An admission of fault can support a North Carolina car accident claim, especially after a rear-end collision, but it does not automatically…
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Can a car manufacturer be held responsible for a single-vehicle fatal accident? — Durham, NC
Yes. A single-vehicle crash can support a claim against a car manufacturer if evidence shows that a vehicle defect, unsafe design, or inadequate…
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Why does my health insurance company need lien information for my injury claim? — Durham, NC
Your health insurance company usually requests lien information to determine whether it paid medical expenses caused by an accident for which another…
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Why are medical bills needed before a personal injury claim can move forward? — Durham, NC
Medical bills help document the treatment connected to an injury, the amounts charged or accepted, outstanding balances, and possible repayment…
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What should I review before signing a personal injury settlement release? — Durham, NC
Review whether the release accurately states the settlement terms, identifies every claim and party being released, and explains any duties involving…
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What should I do if my doctor is sending me to another medical provider after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Follow your medical provider’s instructions, schedule the referral reasonably promptly, and keep records of the appointment process. A referral can…
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What should I do if a lien notice was sent but my law firm never received it? — Durham, NC
Ask the lien administrator to resend the notice, confirm the correct client and law firm information, and obtain an itemized statement showing the…
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What should I do after being involved in a car accident? — Durham, NC
Protect everyone’s safety, report the crash when required, exchange information, document the scene, and seek medical attention if you believe you…
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What should I do after a motor vehicle accident if I am not ready to hire an attorney? — Durham, NC
You do not have to hire an attorney immediately, but you should protect your health, evidence, insurance rights, and legal deadlines. In North…
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What rights am I giving up when I sign a settlement release with an insurance company? — Durham, NC
You are usually giving up the right to seek more compensation from the people and companies covered by the release for claims arising from the…
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What information should I gather after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Gather the drivers’ contact and insurance details, witness information, photographs, the crash report number, medical documents, repair records, and…
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What information is needed to locate a subrogation claim for an injury case? — Durham, NC
To locate a health insurance subrogation claim, the lien administrator usually needs accurate member information, health plan details, the injury…
