Delay, Deny, Defend Puts Profits Over People Endless forms, arbitrary rules and a sea of fine print discourage claims. If you’ve ever had to file an insurance claim, you know the frustration that seems baked right into the maze of endless forms and confusing small print. Companies that once lived… CONTINUE
Should I speak with the other party’s insurance adjuster after an accident?
No! Speak with an experienced injury lawyer. Do not give a detailed statement to the other party’s insurance adjuster, especially if they want to tape record it. Do not sign waivers and releases for them to obtain your entire medical history. Do not provide them your Social Security number. Some… CONTINUE
Would my insurance company ever argue the possibility that there was some comparative negligence, or that I was careless or caused it myself?
They could. It depends on the facts. Even though it is a hit-and-run situation, your insurance company is still entitled to examine how its own insured was conducting himself. For example, was the motorcyclist driving too fast? Was the motorcyclist changing lanes in a dangerous fashion? Did the motorcyclist fail… CONTINUE
Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Accidents and Uninsured Motorist Insurance
In the event that the hit-and-run driver escaped and was never located, there still may be recovery for your damages from your own insurance company. In an under-insured motorist case where a motorcyclist is a victim, we would file a claim and an arbitration demand with the motorcyclist’s insurance company…. CONTINUE
Recovering from your insurance company when the other motorist in the vehicle accident is underinsured
Recovering from your own insurance company on an underinsured (or uninsured) motorist claim can be an adversarial situation. Your insurance company is essentially standing in the shoes of the person who caused your injury. Your insurance company, like it or not, is a business, and they try to pay out… CONTINUE
Insurance Bad Faith
Under the law, and under your contract with your insurance company, the insurer has all kinds of duties they must perform in exchange for you paying insurance premiums. So, if you bring a claim against your insurance company for property damage under your homeowners policy, or perhaps for uninsured motorists… CONTINUE