Ballwin, MO asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Missouri

Q: Is it legal for insurance co to refuse access to phone conversation recordings until I file subpoena?

my insurance company provided misleading information via phone, resulting in thousands of additional dollars in medical charges. I want to review those phone conversations I had with insurance representative. insurance company refuses to respond to my request, and is demanding a subpoena be filed before providing access to recorded phone calls.

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Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
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  • Insurance Claims Lawyer
  • Phoenix, AZ

A: Insurance companies typically won't turn over anything unless you file a lawsuit and issue a subpoena or discover requests.

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