People sometimes try to settle their claims themselves without getting an attorney. They figure they will save some of the costs and fees. But, it doesnt always go right. I read an email today from a person who settled his…
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State Farm and total losses
In a previous post, I talked about how to figure out what your car is worth if it is a total loss. Now, what happens when your car is a total loss? The insurance company is supposed to get a…
Who is at fault in a rear end accident?
I recently read a few posts about who is at fault if you are rear ended. There are many theories about this, but not many people who have an answer. So, with some generalities, here are some answers. If you…
Exchanging Information after an accident
What do you do if you get in an accident? Most states require you to exchange information with the other party. Simple enough? Maybe not. Here is the process I suggest when I give talks on insurance accidents: Pull off…
Disability Insurer Sued for Denying claims
UnumProvident is the nation’s largest disability insurer. If you are a teacher, they probably provide your disability insurance. And, they have been sued – AGAIN. UnumProvident recently settled charges with 48 states about its delay in settling claims. 48 states?…
A vote for contingency fees
The contingency fee is always under attack. Certain groups do not want to see attorneys take cases on a contingency fee. The reasons vary from claims that the attorney gets too much money from the outcome to claims that it…
Tort reform?
Prof. Martin Grace, a guy who seems to be an all around good guy, had a post today about a web chat from Sickoflawsuits.com. While I respect Prof. Grace, and I have commented on his posts before, this is another…
Personal Injury newsletter
Ben Glass, an attorney in Virginia, puts out a newsletter on personal injury cases. Ben is a top notch attorney in Virginia and helps people in Virginia, DC and Maryland. The newsletter is definitely worth a read. You have to…
Confusing Insurance – Example 1
Some people may wonder why I post about insurance at all. After all, everyone has it for a car or their house. It cant be that complicated, can it? Well, read this post on a Google group. Its from an…
Insurance help from your attorney?
Thats right, your attorney can help you get insurance. Actually, if you run a small business or if you have an attorney, you should consult with the attorney before you buy insurance. Why? Very simple. Your attorney will be, or…