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Accident Q&A series
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Can I make a medical payments claim if I am not pursuing an underinsured motorist claim? — Durham, NC
Yes. In many North Carolina auto policies, a medical payments claim is separate from an underinsured motorist claim, so you may be able to request…
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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 after a motor vehicle accident if someone else’s negligence caused your injuries and losses. In…
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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 after a motor vehicle accident if another person’s negligence caused your injuries and you can…
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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 car accident injury claim if I was evaluated by EMS but did not go to the hospital? — Durham, NC
Yes. In North Carolina, being checked by EMS at the crash scene but not transported to a hospital does not automatically prevent a car accident…
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Can continuing medical treatment affect how my personal injury claim is handled? — Durham, NC
Yes. Continuing medical treatment can affect when your North Carolina personal injury claim is evaluated, what records and bills must be collected,…
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Can an insurance company contact me directly after it receives a letter of representation? — Durham, NC
Usually, once an insurance company has clear notice that you are represented for a personal injury claim, substantive claim communications should go…
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Can an insurance company ask for my date of birth or Social Security information before making a settlement offer? — Durham, NC
Yes, an insurance company may ask for identifying information before making a settlement offer, especially to check whether Medicare may have a…
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Can an insurance company ask for details about my injuries and treatment? — Durham, NC
Yes. In a North Carolina personal injury claim, an insurance company may ask for information about your injuries, treatment, bills, and recovery…
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Can an estate recover compensation for a wheelchair damaged in an accident? — Durham, NC
Yes, an estate may be able to recover compensation for a wheelchair damaged in an accident if the wheelchair belonged to the decedent or the estate…
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Can a minor's representative make a claim for property damaged in an accident? — Durham, NC
Yes. In North Carolina, a legally authorized representative may usually pursue a property damage claim for a minor, but the insurer may need proof of…
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Why might my stepchild’s injury claim be valued differently than mine if we were in the same accident? — Durham, NC
Your stepchild’s claim may be valued differently because each injured person has a separate claim, even when the accident is the same. In North…
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Why does a medical provider need my ID to release medical records for my injury case? — Durham, NC
A medical provider usually asks for your ID to confirm that the person requesting records is really you or someone you authorized. In North Carolina,…
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Why do I need to approve a document before it is sent to the insurance company? — Durham, NC
You are usually asked to approve a document before it goes to the insurance company because it may summarize important facts, medical treatment,…
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What should I review before signing a personal injury demand-related document? — Durham, NC
Review the document for accuracy, completeness, and any language that could affect fault, injuries, damages, liens, or settlement authority. In a…
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What should I know before speaking with an insurance adjuster about my injury claim? — Durham, NC
You can speak with an insurance adjuster, but you should be careful, organized, and truthful. In a North Carolina personal injury claim, what you say…
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What should I do if the insurance company contacts my lawyer about my car accident claim? — Durham, NC
If the insurance company contacts your lawyer about your car accident claim, that is usually a normal part of the claims process when you are…
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What should I do if the insurance company cannot confirm coverage for the other driver? — Durham, NC
Keep pushing for written coverage confirmation, get the complete crash report, and notify your own auto insurer that the other driver may be…
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What should I do if the at-fault driver's insurance accepts liability but does not handle my motorcycle damage? — Durham, NC
You should ask the insurer to open or assign the property-damage portion of the claim and request a written plan for inspecting, repairing, or…
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What should I do if an insurance claim has already been opened for my accident? — Durham, NC
If an insurance claim has already been opened, your next step is to confirm the claim details, identify the adjuster, preserve evidence, and be…
