Over the past several months, you’ve heard a lot about tractor trailer accidents and the serious damage they can do. Just four months ago, the headlines were about actor and comedian Tracy Morgan who was hit by a tractor-trailer while riding in a limo bus. This accident was devastating. Morgan is still recovering and the…
Autumn is one of the most active seasons for youth sports, with many soccer, basketball, football and hockey leagues in full swing all across the country. Youth sports are a crucial aspect of the growth and development for many children, but more than ever it is essential for parents, teachers and administrators to keep kids…
What is the minimum amount of insurance coverage required for cyclist accidents in North Carolina? The minimum amount of insurance coverage required in North Carolina is $30,000. Unfortunately, this amount may not cover all medical costs due to the fact that in an accident involving a cyclist, there may be severe injuries due to the lack of protection offered by a bicycle.
In most cases, there’s a difference between a case and a lawsuit. Your claim is first with the insurance company. Many times, claims are resolved directly with the insurance company. Now, the time period for a claim to resolve, it depends on how long it takes you to either complete your medical treatment or get to a place that the doctors many times call maximum…
A three-year-old boy from Chadbourn, North Carolina drowned last week while unattended by a pool at a family birthday party. Unfortunately, this is a common event during the heat of the summer months, when men, women and children flock to pools and water parks to cool off. It is important to follow all safety regulations when swimming in order to prevent these horrific accidents. Parents…
Typically what you want to do is file all of your medical bills with your health insurance when you’re involved in an accident. The reason is, is because if you file all those, then the medical providers’ bills get paid, and it stays up to date. You don’t have bill collectors coming after you. Now, lots of insurance these days, they’re entitled to reimbursement when you recover from the…
If my car is damaged in a North Carolina automobile accident, what if the insurance company disregards my estimate? Most companies will accept written estimates from legitimate car dealers or repair shops. However, in the event of a serious disagreement, you may want a written estimate from a professional appraisal service.
It’s important to report your car accident to your insurance company in a fairly reasonable time after the accident. Yet your contract of insurance with your insurance company requires you to report your accident to them. So you want to make sure you do that and comply with the policy terms. Because as we discussed in some other videos, there are some benefits on your…
Did you know that there really is not a lawsuit crisis stemming from injury cases or cases brought by individuals? I’m North Carolina attorney David Daggett. There’s a perception that there’s a lawsuit crisis in our country. We hear it in the news media. We hear it from politicians, and we hear it on TV commercials from insurance companies. The truth is there has been a growth of busyness in…
Which Types of Insurance Will Cover my Bicycle? Your automobile insurance and homeowners insurance may protect your bike. Uninsured motorist coverage will protect your bike when the uninsured motorist is identified. Your homeowner’s coverage picks up where auto coverage leaves off to protect other situations when your bike is damaged in an auto accident.
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