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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Contracts for Idaho on
Q: cell insurance doesnt have my phone, gave me option of upgraded model but says my deduct will go up by 125.00 can they

increased deductible 125.00 because they dont have my phone!! is that legal

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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

We would have to review the policy in order to provide meaningful answers

1 Answer | Asked in Health Care Law, Insurance Bad Faith and Insurance Defense for Washington on
Q: Is it legal for an employer to only give 24 hour health insurance paperwork turnaround time? We had no time to look

We had no time to look into our other options. At 24/hr, the premium is $900/month for a family, and it would only cover 50% and the deductible was insanely high. My husband filled it all out because he didn't want us to be without coverage. We searched around and found options for my daughter... View More

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

You can complain to the HR Department

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Michigan on
Q: In michigan, I am self employed. For lost wages can progressive legally request my full tax return or just P&L statement

Ok

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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

You may be required to submit your 1099 form(s), tax return from previous year, correspondence, business invoice, or receipts, if applicable.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Insurance Bad Faith for North Carolina on
Q: My motorcycle was stolen years ago & the insurance company denied my claim. Any suggestions for a lawyer that can help?

This occurred back in 2008, but I was active duty in the military, therefore I had a lot going on. At the time I only had liability coverage on the bike so we also filed a claim with Travelers Insurance. They did not work with us at all and denied my claim, even though it happened on my parents... View More

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

You didn't post whether there was a judgment for this

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Illinois on
Q: I was double parked without my hazards on and go rear ended

-- the other person's insurance company still has to pay for my repairs, right?

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

If they don't, small claims court or your own insurance are options

Q: I live in Charlotte NC. I'm inquiring as to whether it's legal for my management company to charge me for renter's insur

I have renter's insurance bundled with my auto insurance policy. I informed the property company of this and they requested that I add them to the policy as a condition to removing the fee

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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

It can be a term of the lease to have it

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Defense, Small Claims and Car Accidents for Virginia on
Q: I was hit by another vehicle while driving my father's vehicle. I have some pretty bad injuries. Who gets the settlement

I was not the driver at fault.

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

The car money goes to car owner, injury money to you, but you'll need representation to get maximum compensation

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Kentucky on
Q: My car was damaged in my mother's garage due to a combination of things. Her agent said her homeowners might pay. Bu

But when she spoke with the adjuster he refused to listen to either of us. I don't have insurance on the car because its for sale and I drive different car. A pipe broke and wood shelves collapsed on my car. The agent said if your mom was negligent we might pay. The same pipe broke 2 months... View More

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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

Sorry to hear, which is why car insurance is required

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Texas on
Q: our truck was wrecked.we had uninssured motorist.our insurance says they changed it(per our request)we did not.what can

we do.? our truck was totaled.by a restricted driver.

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

Then you'll want to review a copy of the policy

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Texas on
Q: the insurance compay says we changed it to (um) personal injury from property.and it was changed (signed) via computer.

not what we wanted.at all.we got (um)to cover our truck.in the event of an accident.

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

Then get a copy of the policy to check which it is.

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Puerto Rico on
Q: i have a Property/ House in Puerto Rico. I received damages to the house. I have insurance . Ca

I have a property in Puerto Rico that received damages due to hurricane Maria. I have insurance through my mortgage company/Bank. I made my claim 5 months . I have called and wrote to the insurance company. They have not yet sent an adjuster to see my damages. Can I sue the insurance company and... View More

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

Be mindful that insurance companies don't take unrepresented parties seriously.

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Florida on
Q: How long is it supposed to take an auto insurer to review your claim after an accident? It has been a month.
Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

You didn't post whether your company or other driver's company

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Insurance Bad Faith on
Q: Divorce final judgement states irrevocable life policy goes to son when dad passes. Grandfather took it. Help!!

Divorce final judgement states that my son irrevokable gets life insurance when his dad passes away. He did pass. Then to find out his grandfather (his dads father) received the money. The grandfather even sign as witness on the marital agreement/final judgement. Hired an Atty he back burner me for... View More

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

Its an uphill battle after its been paid out

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Arizona on
Q: Can I pursue life insurance money that was left to my sister if she says she doesn't want to deal with it?

My step dad left money to my sister which was supposed to pay out at age 18. She is 21 and has not received anything. She doesn't want to pursue it, she says she is happy with her life and doesn't need it. Can I pursue this?

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

You can ask her to collect it and give you a check

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Insurance Bad Faith and Family Law for Texas on
Q: If I was to file my boyfriend as a beneficiary on my insurance plan does that make us common law married
Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

That does not make you common law married, no

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith and Probate on
Q: My father passed away aweek ago had 50000 to pay still on his home.he has life insu and i am beneficiary and next to ken

I have two brothers that want me to live in house but my fathers sister wants to say i cant live anymore here and saying my dad had no insuarnce when i know he did

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

Life insurance passes outside the estate to you, and you can do what you want with it. With respect to the house, you didn't post whether there was a will.

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Bad Faith for Texas on
Q: our truck was wrecked.we had uninssured motorist.our insurance says they changed it(per our request)we did not.what can

we do.? our truck was totaled.by a restricted driver.

Christian K. Lassen
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Christian K. Lassen
answered on Apr 2, 2018

Best bet is to see it in writing with your own eyes as mentioned

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