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“Statute of Limitations” is a common phrase and very important legal term. In North Carolina the period of limitation is determined by a statute created by our legislature. It prescribes a period of time within which a claim or cause of action (otherwise your case) must be resolved by settlement...
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It is important to contact an attorney to discuss your claim as soon as possible. Insurance companies will be working to settle your claim, so it is important you learn what your legal rights are before you decide to settle. Furthermore, speaking with an attorney when the accident is still...
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Yes, passengers may be entitled to make a claim. A passenger, just like the driver, would have a claim against the other driver if they were hit due to the negligence of another driver. A passenger may also have a claim against the driver of the vehicle they were in...
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If you elected for uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, then your insurance company should provide coverage; however, this can prove difficult as some companies may not provide adequate compensation.
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It is important for a driver to try to remember as much as possible about the other vehicle such as the color, make and model, or any description of the driver. If you’re involved in a hit-and-run accident, you will need to turn to your own insurance company to try...
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It is important that you do not sign anything you do not understand, nor agree to a settlement that you are not comfortable with. Insurance companies will often try to settle claims as quickly and as cheaply as possible. Remember, the insurance company has its own interest in mind, not...
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If the party who caused your injury is found to be negligent, and therefore liable, then the extent of the damages that party is responsible for must be determined. Damages are the amount necessary to compensate you for your loss and put you back in the same position, or as...
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Receiving medical assistance is important after an accident as some injuries may not be visible, such as head trauma and internal organ injuries. Furthermore, some injury symptoms may not appear for up to 24 hours after the collision.
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