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Accident Q&A series
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How are medical records used in a personal injury claim?
Medical records are used to show what injuries were reported, when treatment began, what care was provided, and how the injuries may relate to the accident.
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Do I need the other driver’s court disposition for my car accident case?
You may not always need the other driver’s court disposition, but it can be useful in a Durham car accident injury claim.
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Can the outcome of the other driver’s court case help my car accident claim?
Yes, the other driver’s court result can help a Durham car accident claim, but it usually does not decide the injury claim by itself.
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Can my personal injury claim move forward after my treatment is complete?
Yes. Once your treatment is complete, a North Carolina personal injury claim often moves into the documentation and demand stage.
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Can my parent bring a personal injury claim after a golf cart malfunction caused an injury?
Yes, your parent may be able to bring a North Carolina personal injury claim if the golf cart malfunction was caused by someone else’s negligence, a product…
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Can medical payments coverage increase what I receive from a car accident settlement?
Yes, medical payments coverage may increase the total money available after a Durham car accident, but it usually does not force the at-fault driver’s insurer…
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Can I still recover compensation if I did not miss work after the accident?
Yes. In a North Carolina personal injury claim, lost wages are only one possible type of damage, and you may still have a claim for medical bills, pain and…
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Can I make a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident?
Yes, you may be able to make a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident if you were injured and another person or company may be legally at fault.
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Can I contact my medical providers myself to help get records for my injury case?
Yes. If your North Carolina injury case is waiting on medical bills or treatment records, you may often contact your providers to help confirm the request,…
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Can I bring a personal injury claim after a car accident if the other driver may be at fault?
Yes, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim after a North Carolina car accident if another driver’s negligence caused your injuries and losses.
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Can an estate recover the cost to repair or replace a wheelchair damaged in an accident?
Yes, an estate may be able to recover reasonable property damage for a wheelchair damaged in an accident if the estate can show ownership or financial…
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Can a single follow-up appointment be included in my personal injury claim?
Yes. A single follow-up appointment can usually be included in a North Carolina personal injury claim if it was related to the accident, reasonable,…
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Can a personal injury settlement move forward if the health plan’s subrogation position is still unclear?
Yes, a North Carolina personal injury settlement may sometimes continue moving forward while a health plan’s subrogation position is still being confirmed.
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Can a personal injury claim involve both the golf cart owner and the property owner?
Yes. A North Carolina personal injury claim can involve both the golf cart owner and the property owner if each may have contributed to the accident.
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Why is it important to finish treatment before resolving an injury claim?
It is important because a settlement usually ends the injury claim, even if symptoms continue or more bills appear later.
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Who receives MedPay payments when an injured person is represented by a lawyer?
MedPay payments usually go according to the auto policy, the insurer’s claim procedures, any signed assignments or authorizations, and the lawyer’s…
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What should I think about before accepting a personal injury settlement offer?
Before accepting a personal injury settlement offer, consider whether the amount, release terms, unpaid medical bills, liens, insurance issues, and case…
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What should I do if property management fixed the dangerous condition after my fall?
Document what the condition looked like before and after the repair, and keep every message about the repair.
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What should I do if my injury symptoms get worse after an orthopedic visit?
If your symptoms get worse after an orthopedic visit, document the change, notify the appropriate medical provider, and follow the provider’s instructions.
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What should I do if accident-related medical payments affect approval for needed medical equipment?
Start by getting the denial, delay, or approval issue in writing and separating the health insurance decision from the car accident settlement claim.
