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Accident Q&A series
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Can my lawyer request my accident-related medical records directly after I sign a medical release? — Durham, NC
Yes. After you sign a valid medical release, your lawyer can usually request accident-related medical records and itemized bills directly from your…
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Can I sue my landlord if I was injured because of a hole in my apartment bathroom floor? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to sue your landlord if a dangerous hole in your apartment bathroom floor caused your injury, but the claim depends on proof.…
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Can I still make a claim if I am not sure how badly I was injured? — Durham, NC
Yes. You can usually start or investigate a North Carolina personal injury claim even if you do not yet know the full extent of your injuries. The…
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Can I recover compensation for soft tissue injuries after a parking lot crash? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to recover compensation for soft tissue injuries after a parking lot crash if another driver’s negligence caused the collision…
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Can I make an injury claim if I did not go to the hospital after a car accident but later saw a chiropractor? — Durham, NC
Yes. In North Carolina, you do not have to go to the hospital before making an injury claim after a car accident. A later chiropractic visit can…
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Can I continue a personal injury claim if my pain is getting worse during treatment? — Durham, NC
Yes, a North Carolina personal injury claim can often continue if your pain gets worse during treatment, but the claim needs clear medical…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim if I was hurt in a car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim if you were hurt in a car accident and another person’s negligence caused your injuries. In…
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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 if you were injured and someone else’s careless driving caused or helped…
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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 if another person’s negligence caused your injuries and losses. In North…
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Can I bring a claim if another driver caused my car accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a North Carolina car accident claim if another driver’s negligence caused the crash and you suffered injuries, vehicle…
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Can a third-party representative request updates about someone else's personal injury claim? — Durham, NC
Yes, a third-party representative can ask for an update, but a North Carolina personal injury law firm usually cannot share case details unless the…
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Can a landlord be responsible for injuries caused by a hidden defect inside my rental unit? — Durham, NC
Yes, a landlord can sometimes be responsible for injuries caused by a hidden defect inside a rental unit, but it depends on notice, control, the…
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Why does my lawyer need signed intake paperwork before requesting my medical bills and records? — Durham, NC
Your lawyer usually needs signed intake paperwork because medical providers generally cannot release your private bills and records to a law firm…
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Why does my attorney need all medical records before moving forward with my injury claim? — Durham, NC
Your attorney usually needs all injury-related medical records and bills before making a demand or recommending next steps because those records help…
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Why does a judge have to approve a personal injury settlement for a minor? — Durham, NC
A judge must approve a minor child’s personal injury settlement because North Carolina courts treat the child’s claim as the child’s legal right, not…
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What should I do if my employer did not make an incident report after I got hurt at work? — Durham, NC
Do not assume that your claim is lost just because your employer did not make an incident report. In North Carolina, you should give written notice…
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What should I do if I was contacted after my car accident was referred to another firm? — Durham, NC
You should first confirm who contacted you, why they received your information, and whether you have actually agreed to representation. In North…
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What should I do after being involved in a motor vehicle accident? — Durham, NC
After a motor vehicle accident in Durham, focus first on safety, reporting duties, medical needs, and preserving evidence. North Carolina law may…
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What should I consider before accepting a personal injury settlement offer? — Durham, NC
Before accepting a personal injury settlement offer in North Carolina, consider whether the offer accounts for your injuries, medical bills, future…
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What should I consider before accepting a lump-sum injury settlement? — Durham, NC
Before accepting a lump-sum injury settlement, consider whether the offer covers the full picture: medical bills, future care concerns, lost income,…
