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Accident Q&A series
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What should I consider before accepting an injury settlement when there are medical liens?
Before accepting an injury settlement with medical liens, consider what the gross offer becomes after attorney fees, case costs, valid liens, unpaid bills,…
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What medical records do I need after an ambulance takes me to the emergency room following a crash?
You usually need the ambulance report, the complete emergency room chart, imaging reports, discharge papers, itemized bills, and any follow-up records tied to…
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What information should I share with an insurance adjuster after a motorcycle accident?
Share basic, accurate information needed to identify the claim and protect the motorcycle, but be careful with fault, injuries, recorded statements, broad…
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What information should I gather after a motor vehicle accident?
Gather the information that identifies the people, vehicles, insurers, location, witnesses, police response, injuries, medical care, photos, and…
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What happens if the person who assaulted me says I started the fight?
The other person’s claim that you started the fight does not automatically end your civil injury claim.
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What happens if the insurance company says it has little room to increase its offer?
The insurer may be signaling that the adjuster has limited settlement authority, but that does not always mean negotiations are over.
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What happens if the driver who hit me was distracted and did not see me?
A distracted driver who did not see you may be legally responsible if their lack of attention caused the pedestrian crash.
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What happens if the commercial truck driver was found at fault for the crash?
If a commercial truck driver was found at fault, that finding may support your injury claim, but it does not automatically resolve liability, causation,…
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What happens if my car had a mechanical problem that made it harder to stop before a crash?
A mechanical problem does not automatically end your injury claim, but it can become an important fault issue.
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What evidence do I need for a civil injury claim after an assault?
You generally need evidence showing who assaulted you, what they did, how the incident caused your injuries, and what losses followed.
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What evidence do I need after being hit by a car as a pedestrian?
You need evidence that identifies the driver, shows how the crash happened, documents your injuries, and preserves any insurance issues.
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What can I do if an insurance company or repair shop will not release my car after a claim?
You can start by finding out who is actually holding the vehicle and the exact reason it is not being released.
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Should I talk to an insurance adjuster after a truck accident if I am still hurt?
You can speak with an insurance adjuster after a truck accident, but you should be careful if you are still hurt.
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How does a pre-existing medical condition affect my pedestrian accident injury claim?
A pre-existing medical condition does not automatically prevent a North Carolina pedestrian accident injury claim.
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How do I prove my injuries if I was already in physical therapy before the accident?
You prove the injury by showing what changed after the accident, not by pretending your prior condition did not exist.
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How do I know who is responsible for my car accident?
You usually know who may be responsible by looking at who acted carelessly, whether that conduct caused the crash, and what evidence supports that conclusion.
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How do I know whether all liens have been resolved before my settlement is paid out?
You usually know liens are ready for payout when every known medical provider, health plan, and government benefits program has been checked, the claimed…
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How do I deal with insurance after a crash when I have not heard from the insurance companies?
You do not have to wait for the insurance companies to contact you. After a North Carolina crash, you can use the police report, your own policy information,…
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How can I respond if the insurance company makes a low settlement offer for my injury claim?
You can respond to a low injury settlement offer with a clear, evidence-based counteroffer rather than treating the first offer as final.
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How can I recover pain and suffering damages after an assault?
You may recover pain and suffering damages after an assault by proving a civil injury claim, not just by showing that a crime occurred.
