what is accident-related health insurance

Should You Use Your Health Insurance for Accident-Related Injuries?

What you’ll learn reading this article: You have several options when it comes to covering medical expenses after an accident, including your own medical insurance, the other driver’s auto insurance company and supplemental health care insurance such as MedPay. The other driver’s car insurance company will often take longer to agree to cover costs, so… Read more »

should i sue my insurance company

Should You Make a Claim Against Your Own Insurance Company?

What you’ll learn reading this article: Some insurance companies do raise rates after an accident even if it wasn’t your fault.  It’s important to understand just what you’re paying for with your auto insurance policy in order to avoid wasting money or failing to make use of the benefits you’ve paid for.  Indiana law requires… Read more »

what is a demand letter

What Goes in a Good Sample Demand Letter For A Car Accident?

What you’ll learn reading this article: A sample demand letter for a car accident should only include factual statements and should avoid opinion and bias; because of this, it is a good idea to have an attorney draft a demand letter for you.  Sample demand letters for car accidents serve as the starting-off point for… Read more »

should i settle my case

When Should I Settle My Personal Injury Case?

What you’ll learn reading this article: Patience can be important when it comes to settling your personal injury case as you only have one shot to settle and receive compensation.  Hiring an attorney to help you settle your case can lead to better compensation as well as faster settlements.  The statute of limitations in Indiana… Read more »

Why Is the Insurance Company Not Making You an Offer

Why Is the Insurance Company Not Making You an Offer?

What you’ll learn reading this article: You have a statute of limitations when it comes to your personal injury claim, meaning that if you don’t settle your accident claim quickly enough, you could lose your claim.  Insurance companies are often in no hurry to shell out the money to settle your claim—for them, it is… Read more »

How to Obtain Your Indiana Crash Report

How to Obtain Your Indianapolis Car Accident Report

What you’ll learn reading this article: One of the most important reasons to call the police after an accident is to ensure an official crash report is filed in your state.  After an accident, there are several ways you can go about obtaining your copy of the official crash report, which includes important details from… Read more »

What You Need to Know About Rental Cars After an Accident

What You Need to Know About Rental Cars After an Accident

What you’ll learn reading this article: After an accident, you are entitled to a rental car to provide for transportation while your own vehicle is repaired or replaced. Depending on your insurance, you may have certain time and model constraints on the type of vehicle you are provided. Should you be involved in an accident… Read more »

6 factors determining case worth

Six Factors That Determine How Much Your Case Is Worth

What you’ll learn reading this article: Multiple factors will influence the worth of your personal injury claim after an accident caused by the negligence of a person, product or company. In many cases, the amount of financial losses you incur due to medical treatments, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more will help to shape… Read more »

soft tissue injuries in accidents

Proving Soft-Tissue Damage After a Car Accident

What you’ll learn reading this article: Many soft-tissue injuries may not be readily apparent after an accident and may take days to weeks to show symptoms.  Soft-tissue injuries can cause debilitating pain and result in a variety of uncomfortable symptoms for the victim. Insurance companies will fight soft-tissue injuries, and seeking the help of an… Read more »

rights of passengers in car accidents

What Are My Rights as an Injured Passenger in Indiana?

What you’ll learn reading this article: There are certain situations in which you, as a passenger, could be found partially at-fault for an accident. As a passenger, you have the right to pursue damages after an accident except in specific situations, such as the driver being a close relative. Accidents that involve multiple passengers can… Read more »