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Accident Q&A series
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Do I need a lawyer where the pedestrian accident happened if I live somewhere else? — Durham, NC
You usually do not need a lawyer from your hometown if the pedestrian accident happened in North Carolina. A North Carolina personal injury attorney…
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Can the other side accept or reject my settlement demand without making another offer? — Durham, NC
Yes. In a North Carolina personal injury claim, the other side may accept your settlement demand, reject it, make a counteroffer, ask for more…
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Can my personal injury lawyer contact the other driver's insurance adjuster about my medical expenses? — Durham, NC
Yes. If you are represented or have authorized your lawyer to act for you, your personal injury lawyer can usually contact the other driver’s…
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Can my family bring a personal injury claim if a driver hit us in a crosswalk while we were on vacation? — Durham, NC
Yes, your family may be able to bring personal injury claims in North Carolina if the crash happened here, even if you were only visiting. A marked…
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Can I still make a claim if I am not sure how serious my injuries are? — Durham, NC
Yes. You can usually start or preserve a North Carolina personal injury claim even if you do not yet know how serious your injuries are. The…
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Can I recover compensation for not being able to do normal activities with my child after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes. In a North Carolina car accident claim, reduced ability to do normal activities with your child may support damages for pain, suffering,…
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Can I recover compensation for medical treatment after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to seek compensation for medical treatment after a North Carolina car accident if another person’s negligence caused your…
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Can I receive wage benefits if a doctor told me to rest after a workplace injury? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to receive workers’ compensation wage benefits in North Carolina if a work injury keeps you from earning your regular wages and…
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Can I negotiate for more than the insurance company’s initial offer? — Durham, NC
Yes. In a North Carolina personal injury claim, an insurance company’s initial offer is usually not the final word, and you may respond with a…
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Can I negotiate a car accident settlement if the insurance company’s offer does not seem to cover my pain and missed work? — Durham, NC
Yes. You can usually negotiate a car accident settlement offer if it does not fairly address your injury-related losses, including pain, missed work,…
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Can I make a personal injury claim if the other driver caused the crash? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to make a personal injury claim if the other driver’s careless driving caused the crash and you suffered actual harm. Under…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim if the injury happened in another state? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim, but the right place to pursue it and the law that applies may depend on where the injury…
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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 after a car accident in North Carolina if another person’s negligence caused your injuries and…
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Can I bring a claim if the other driver caused my car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a claim if another driver caused your car accident and you suffered injuries, vehicle damage, or other losses. In North…
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Can I bring a claim if I went to the hospital after a car crash? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a claim if you went to the hospital after a car crash, but the hospital visit alone does not prove the claim. In North…
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Can I ask for an update while my personal injury settlement is being negotiated? — Durham, NC
Yes. If you are an existing client, it is reasonable to ask for a status update while your personal injury settlement is being negotiated. In North…
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Can both an injured spouse and an injured child have separate claims after the same pedestrian accident? — Durham, NC
Yes. In North Carolina, an injured spouse and an injured child can usually have separate personal injury claims when both were hurt in the same…
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Can an attorney in my state help me connect with a lawyer where the injury happened? — Durham, NC
Yes. A North Carolina personal injury attorney may be able to help you understand the issue, gather key information, and connect with a lawyer…
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Who may be responsible if a golf cart's wheels locked and the steering failed? — Durham, NC
Potentially responsible parties may include the golf cart owner, a rental company, a maintenance provider, a property operator, the driver, or a…
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Who can provide information to an insurance company when an injury claim involves an estate? — Durham, NC
Usually, the person with legal authority for the estate should provide or approve information given to the insurance company. In North Carolina, that…
