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I was involved in a 3 car collision in CA that was not caused by me. The at-fault insurance company has been ignoring my calls, and it's been exactly 56 days today from the date of the incident/claim (should be resolved within 40 days in CA). I have received no communication via letter or... View More 
answered on Jun 9, 2023
Bad faith lawsuits are filed by an insured policyholder, not a 3rd party (unless that 3rd party has obtained a judgement against that policyholder and received an assignment of rights).
It sounds like you're saying that you're a "3rd party" that got hit by their... View More
I got into an automobile accident.
answered on Dec 20, 2022
Releasing your liability limits does nothing other than inform the other party how much coverage you have. They have a right to demand that information in a lawsuit, but pre-litigation, you must provide your insurance with consent to release the limits.
CA courts previously stated in... View More
The drive admitted fault. Should I continue to try to see my doctor? Or their doctor, or what?
answered on Aug 15, 2019
There are too many nuances to this question for you to rely on the answers posted here solely. You need to consult with an attorney.
I am going to paraphrase your question to make sure we're addressing the same thing. 'I was injured in a car accident, should I see a... View More
I was in a car accident 4 weeks ago, the insured of the other car accepted liability. I have a Stanford Hospital bill of $15,574 and I was unaware that I had state health insurance that will cover emergency room visits. My health insurance provider name and group/member number was not listed... View More
answered on Aug 15, 2019
I respectfully agree with the other attorney answers posted here, I think it is time that you consult with an attorney.
Medi-Cal is notorious for underpaying health care providers for services rendered. Thus, if you have Medi-Cal as posted in the topic, and they paid that much for your... View More
answered on Apr 24, 2019
As the other attorneys have indicated, I believe more information would help answer your question. You should consult with an attorney beyond this thread to make sure that you do not jeopardize your claim.
If an uninsured motorist has struck you, you generally do not "release"... View More
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