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Accident Q&A series
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How can I document my chiropractic treatment for a personal injury claim?
Document chiropractic treatment by keeping complete visit records, itemized bills, payment information, appointment dates, provider instructions, and accurate…
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How are vehicle damage photos used in a car accident demand?
Vehicle damage photos are used to show where and how the vehicles were damaged, support the description of the collision, and give the insurance adjuster…
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How are MedPay liens handled in a personal injury case?
A claimed MedPay lien should be verified before money is withheld or paid from a North Carolina personal injury recovery.
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How are chiropractic treatment records used in a personal injury claim?
Chiropractic treatment records may help document your reported symptoms, examination findings, treatment history, progress, and related charges after an injury.
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Do I need to see a chiropractor for my car accident injury claim, or can I use another type of provider?
No. A North Carolina car accident claim does not require you to receive chiropractic treatment.
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Do I have to send pictures of my damaged car to the insurance company after an accident?
Not always, but an insurance company may reasonably request photographs or an inspection before evaluating vehicle damage.
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Can prescribed medication be included as part of my injury treatment records?
Yes. A prescribed medication can be included in the documentation for a North Carolina personal injury claim when it relates to the injury and treatment at…
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Can physical therapy records help support my personal injury case?
Yes. Physical therapy records can help document your symptoms, physical limitations, treatment attendance, progress, and related charges.
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Can physical therapy and chiropractic care be included in my personal injury claim?
Yes. Physical therapy and chiropractic care may be included in a North Carolina personal injury claim when the treatment and related charges are reasonable,…
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Can photos from my spouse's phone be used to support my car accident claim?
Yes. Photos stored on your spouse’s phone may support your North Carolina car accident claim, even if the copies on your phone were deleted.
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Can my personal injury lawyer contact my chiropractor or medical provider about my treatment records?
Yes. With your permission, your personal injury lawyer may contact a chiropractor or other medical provider to deliver a representation notice, confirm where…
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Can my injury claim be affected if I have trouble finding a chiropractor after a car accident?
Yes, a delay in treatment can affect how an insurer evaluates your injury claim, but trouble finding a chiropractor does not automatically defeat it.
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Can my car accident claim be affected if I stop or pause medical treatment?
Yes. A pause in medical treatment can affect a North Carolina car accident claim because an insurer may question the seriousness of the injury, whether the…
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Can I still pursue a claim if the insurance company has not accepted responsibility?
Yes. An insurance company’s refusal or failure to accept responsibility does not automatically end your North Carolina motor vehicle accident claim.
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Can I still make a car accident claim if I do not have photos of the vehicle damage?
Yes. Vehicle-damage photos can strengthen a North Carolina car accident claim, but they are not required to start or pursue one.
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Can I send repair estimates instead of vehicle photos for a property damage claim?
You can send repair estimates, but the insurance company may not accept them as a substitute for vehicle photos or an inspection.
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Can I recover compensation if another driver caused my accident?
Yes, you may be able to recover compensation if another driver’s negligence caused your accident, injuries, and financial losses.
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Can I make a personal injury claim after a car accident?
Yes, you may be able to make a personal injury claim after a car accident if another person’s negligence caused the crash and you suffered an injury or other…
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Can I make a personal injury claim after a car accident?
Yes, you may be able to make a personal injury claim after a car accident if another person’s negligence caused the crash and your injuries.
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Can a preexisting kidney condition affect how my injury treatment is evaluated?
Yes. A preexisting kidney condition may help explain why you are using over-the-counter pain relief instead of prescribed injury medication, but clear medical…
