What you’ll learn from reading this article: What you are responsible for when making an insurance claim What your insurance company is responsible for when you make an insurance claim What rights you have if your claim is denied There may come a time when you experience a slip and fall injury, a car accident,… Read more »
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Proving a Bad Faith Claim in Indiana
What you’ll learn reading this article: Indiana requires that insurance companies act in good faith. You may have a legal case against an insurance company that fails to meet this standard. Your bad faith claim could be worth even more than the insurance claim, but you’ll need the help of an attorney who handles these… Read more »
Understanding Property Damage Claims
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 »
Setting Up Auto Claims
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 »
3 Arguments Insurance Companies Make to Reduce Your Settlement
What you’ll learn reading this article: Insurance companies use common tactics to limit claims. Insurance adjusters may try to blame you, say you weren’t hurt, or bring up a pre-existing 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…. Read more »
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 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 »
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 »
Will Posting on Social Media Hurt My Car Accident Claim?
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 »
How Much Will My Insurance Go Up After An Accident?
What you’ll learn reading this article: Sometimes car insurance companies 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. So, How much will my… Read more »