What you’ll learn reading this article: After a car accident, always inspect the exterior and interior of your vehicle for damage and take note of any and all property you need to claim. Contact the insurance company right away with your property damage claim in order to move your case forward. In some cases, you… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Setting up an auto accident claim starts with exchanging information at the scene. Having an attorney makes the claims process much easier. Avoid giving formal statements until you talk to your attorney. The moments after a car accident are very important. Now’s your chance to exchange insurance information with… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Insurance companies use common tactics to limit claims. They may try to blame you, say you weren’t hurt, or bring up a preexisting injury. Stand up to the insurance company by gathering documentation and getting a lawyer. There are 3 common arguments insurance companies make after car accidents. They… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: You have several options when it comes to covering medical expenses after an accident, including your own health insurance, the other driver’s insurance and supplemental insurance such as MedPay. The other driver’s insurance will often take longer to agree to cover costs, so understanding the timeline of your bills… Read more »
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 insurance policy in order to avoid wasting money or failing to make use of the benefits you’ve paid for. Indiana law requires all… Read more »
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 »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Social media posts are legally allowed in the courtroom, even if your account was set to private. Defense attorneys and insurance companies are talented at mining social media for excuses to deny car accident victims damages. If you do make the mistake of posting, talk with your attorney rather… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Sometimes car insurance rates rise after an accident. Indiana has clear rules about having insurance and reporting car accidents. There are three important reasons to let your insurance company know about the accident, even if it was minor or it wasn’t your fault. Here’s a hard lesson many people… Read more »