Q: I was involved in a motor vehicle accident (car accident). I was injured and my children were injured. I settled my case with the attorney. But, my children’s case still isn’t settled. Why not? A: Settling cases for minors…
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Medical Records: Why do they matter?
I have had a couple of people contact me lately and tell me that they were trying to settle their cases without hiring an attorney. But, they were confused. The adjuster refused to settle without them signing a medical authorization…
FAQ: When do I hire an attorney?
Q: I was involved in a car collision and feel like I am hurt. When should I hire an attorney? A: This is a good question. All good questions have an answer that starts with “It depends.” This is no…
Total Loss Update
I have written before about your car being a total loss. Sometimes after a car accident, the auto will be deemed a total loss. When your car is a total loss, you are entitled to the fair market value. What…
Go to the Doctor After A Car Accident!
I have had quite a few people call me lately wanting to talk to me about their car accident that is 2 or 3 months old. I ask them about medical treatment and I get the same response: I haven’t…
Multiple Policies on 1 Car
This has come up a few times lately in my personal injury cases so I thought I would discuss it with you. Here is the scenario: Bob is driving his Aunt Sally’s car. Bob is 25 and has an insurance…
What is used to determine your medical bills?
This is an important question. Why? Because your medical bills are part of the settlement of your case. When you are injured, you are entitled to recover your medical bills, both past and future, as well as your pain and…
FAQ: Homeowners and Auto Insurance Together?
Q: I have auto and homeowners insurance. Do they need to be with the same insurance company? A: Need to be? No. Should they be? Yes. Done. Oh wait, you want an explanation too, right? Okay, that is where it…
FAQ: Reporting Auto Accidents
I have written about this before, but it has been some time. So, I thought I would do it again. Q: I have been involved in a car accident. Must I report it to my insurance company? A: The simple…
FAQ: Your Car is a Total What?
Q: My car was involved in a collision. I can still drive it. The insurance company is calling it a total loss. Why? A: A car can be a total loss in one of two ways. The first way is…