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2 Answers | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and Civil Litigation for Virginia on
Q: Can I ask the insurance co to settle myself without a lawyer? Also do I have to fill out interrogatories with no lawyer?

I was struck by two people in a car accident at no fault of mine. But there were no credible Witnesses besides us. I was injured, and have medical debt and lost wages. not to mention scoliosis so my pain is pretty deep. No lawyers around here are brave enough I guess to take on a case with no... View More

Olga Pazilova
Olga Pazilova
answered on Mar 26, 2022

You can, but I would strongly advice you against it. The opposing party will take advantage of it and will either settle for a lot less than the case is actually worth or deny liability completely. Only experienced PI attorney can properly evaluate your case and make sure you're getting... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Virginia on
Q: When dealing with underinsured motorist how do I get my policy to pay. My coverage is the same as at fault party

I was not at fault and pregnant. Lost wages was 49,000 however their policy only covers 25,000

Olga Pazilova
Olga Pazilova
answered on Dec 17, 2021

Unfortunately, your recovery from liability insurance is limited to $25,000. If you have the same limits on your own policy, your insurance won't pay anything on top of it (as they have no exposure). But there could be other applicable policies. For example, if you live with a family member... View More

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