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Accident Q&A series
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Can I handle my motorcycle property damage claim separately from my injury claim? — Durham, NC
Yes. In many North Carolina motorcycle accident claims, the property damage claim can be handled separately from the injury claim. The key caveat is…
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Can I get legal help if my car was damaged in a single-car incident and no one was injured? — Durham, NC
Yes, you can ask for legal help, but a property-damage-only, single-car claim is often different from a personal injury claim. In North Carolina, the…
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Can I bring an injury claim if I crashed into a tractor that was in the road? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring an injury claim, but it depends on why the tractor was in the road and whether the tractor operator, owner, or another…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim if I was hit by a car while walking through a gas station parking area? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a North Carolina personal injury claim if a driver hit you while you were walking through a gas station parking area.…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim if I was hit by a car as a pedestrian? — Durham, NC
Yes, a pedestrian hit by a car may be able to bring a personal injury claim in North Carolina if the driver’s negligence caused injuries and damages.…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim after a truck accident if nothing was broken but I still have daily pain? — Durham, NC
Yes. In North Carolina, a personal injury claim after a truck accident does not require a broken bone, but you must connect your ongoing pain and…
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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 careless driving caused injuries or other losses. In…
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Can I bring a civil lawsuit even if there is also a criminal assault case? — Durham, NC
Yes. In North Carolina, a civil injury lawsuit can usually move forward even if the State is also prosecuting a criminal assault case. The civil case…
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Can I bring a car accident claim if I hit a tractor that shifted in front of me? — Durham, NC
Yes, you may be able to bring a North Carolina car accident claim, but hitting the tractor from behind will likely make fault a central issue. The…
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Can I ask the insurance company to increase its settlement offer after I have already made a minimum demand? — Durham, NC
Yes. If you have not signed a release or otherwise finalized the settlement, you can usually ask the insurance company to increase its offer after…
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Can a health plan lien reduce what I receive from a personal injury settlement? — Durham, NC
Yes. A valid health plan lien or reimbursement claim can reduce the amount you receive from a North Carolina personal injury settlement because it…
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What should I expect from the insurance company after it receives a personal injury demand? — Durham, NC
After the insurance company receives a personal injury demand, you can usually expect the adjuster to review coverage, fault, medical documentation,…
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What should I do if no one took my information after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Start by writing down what happened, preserving any proof, and checking whether a police crash report exists. North Carolina law generally requires…
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What should I do if I developed headaches the day after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Take recurring headaches seriously, document when they started, and seek medical attention if you believe you need it. In a North Carolina car…
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What should I do if a car seat was damaged in a car accident? — Durham, NC
Stop using the damaged car seat, document it carefully, and ask the property damage adjuster how to submit it for replacement. Federal safety…
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What medical treatment records are important after going to the emergency room, urgent care, and a chiropractor following a crash? — Durham, NC
The important records are the complete medical chart and itemized bills from each provider who evaluated or treated crash-related injuries, including…
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What medical records should I keep if my symptoms continue after a car accident? — Durham, NC
Keep every record that shows what symptoms you reported, when you reported them, what care you received, what bills were created, and how your…
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What information does an insurance company need to pay for a damaged wheelchair? — Durham, NC
An insurance company usually needs enough detail to identify the wheelchair, connect the damage to the accident, and verify a reasonable repair or…
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What happens if multiple people are injured in the same car accident and there may not be enough insurance to cover everyone? — Durham, NC
The insurer may delay making offers while it reviews all injury claims and the available policy limits. In a North Carolina car accident claim, one…
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What happens if insurance says my older car is totaled and offers less than I think it is worth? — Durham, NC
You can question a total loss offer and ask the insurance company to explain how it valued your older vehicle. In North Carolina, vehicle property…
