Your current state is Ohio
Denied my insurance claim on December 21st I was in car accident to make a long story. They wanted me to pay $2000 that put me homeless. I have no money right now. And the work that we needed to be done on my car. Hamp it on the side that the action is happening. And a refuse that 9 to 2 times... View More 
answered on Jan 31, 2024
Our justice of the peace courts have jurisdiction over small claims where the amount in controversy does not exceed $20,000. The principal advantage of small claims court is that you do not need an attorney to file a lawsuit. Since you "have no money right now," this is probably your... View More
I have been mishandled lie too and am going thru mental anguish due to my own auto insurance company. It seems nobody will help me.
answered on Feb 21, 2024
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. You could supplement your searches with the "Find a Lawyer" tab above, which lists attorneys by region and practice area. You could also look into the attorney referral sections of local and state bar... View More
The collision shop deemed the car a total loss. However, there was NOTHING mechanically wrong with or damaged to the car.
answered on Feb 13, 2024
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney about state-specific laws, in general, insurance companies could request titles if they're paying the owner a salvage value and taking the car.... View More
My car was hit while it was parked, and totaled by a Fred Loya insured driver. It was then towed, and stored at a tow yard. I was told by fred loya they would pay the fees of roughly 535$, and pick my car up. 15 days later I got a call from fred loya, saying they would only pay 440$ for the tow... View More
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answered on Jan 23, 2024
In situations like yours in California, dealing with an insurance company over towing fees can be challenging, but there are steps you can take. First, gather all communication records with Fred Loya Insurance, including any promises or agreements they made regarding the payment of towing fees.... View More
I was emailed that my policy was canceled for non-payment. After I sent then the docs showing it was paid in full months in advanced they realized the mistake on there end. Days later I was given other excuses. This caused my business to loose contracts, other funds, registration expired, revoked... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It can be difficult to find counsel for bad faith claims. They aren't always clear-cut and they could involve conflicting testimony and versions of events. Law firms recognize the amount of attorney time that a... View More
All paperwork was completed and the swim spa was purchased before we knew it was being denied. Was told by insurance that they agreed they said they would pay for it, but we were given false information. They were denying the claim, even though they stated they were covering it.
answered on Feb 12, 2024
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. One option could be to challenge the denial, whether on your own or with the assistance of an attorney. If you could arrange a free initial consult, bring the denial and accompanying paperwork, an attorney would be... View More
I recently purchased a home for the first time. Today, six months later, we experienced heavy rainfall and there was a leak from the garage ceiling. I recently learned about a one-year seller’s insurance that could cover this, but I was not aware of it at the time of purchase. My agent, who... View More
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Under California law, real estate agents owe a duty of care to their clients, which includes disclosing material information that could affect a client's decision-making in a real estate transaction. If your agent was aware of the seller's insurance that could cover such damages and... View More
Just want the negotiation of this claim to get settled. I paid my insurance premiums so I want them to pay within my policy limits.. but thinking a lawyer for me can get this moving faster.
answered on Jan 19, 2024
It isn't fully clear what's going on here from the brief description. If you and carrier are not able to come to an agreement on the value of the case, an attorney could advise better after learning about the liability, your damages, the policy, and other elements of the claim. Good luck
If you have a link to a source that answers this question or supports the answer, it would be super helpful.
answered on Jan 19, 2024
Yes both must exchange information. For example consider Texas Transportation Code Chapter 550
As of today 1-13-24 no payment has been paid. Is this considered not acting in good faith? Emails and calls are going unanswered.
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
Based on the limited information provided, it does not necessarily indicate bad faith on the part of your insurance company at this point. However, there are a few things you can consider:
- Review your policy to understand the claims process and typical timelines for payments. Many... View More
In 2016 I gave my child a vehicle. They were instructed to register it and get insurance. They did neither. Instead they were rear-ended, causing them to rear-end another while at a dead stop. In 2017 my child and myself were sued. 3 months later the suit was dropped, I assumed because my child... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2024
You are on the hook. Whatever you are paying apparently isn't reducing the principal. I fail to understand why plaintiff's attorney will not provide you a balance. What they won't do is send you a monthly statement.
Car was stollen, made a claim with insurance company, police found stollen car around 10 days later. Communication was very difficult with this agent, never answered phone calls, provided details, hardly returned phone calls ect. Anyways my boyfriend ended up calling her and leaving a and stern... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2024
A Missouri attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney about state-specific laws that could be applicable, insurance companies nationwide do proceed with investigations on claims, and sometimes escalate to their... View More
I was told I had until the end of the December to pay off balance to get back on track for January. They did not hold up to that. They billed me for $992. They then told me that they had no jurisdiction over what billing did and I needed To pay or my policy would be closed. Is there something to do... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2024
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to speak with a local attorney, you could contract your state's Department of Insurance. Nationwide, these entities deal with consumer-related insurance matters. Good luck
Can I receive a subrogation claim from an insurance company regarding a car accident with no any police report.? I think in this case both drivers had fault
answered on Jan 13, 2024
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week, and it suggests you might be under the impression this is a law firm or attorney referral service. This site doesn't provide attorneys. It's only a Q & A forum.
If you need an attorney, you're... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2024
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. I'm sorry for the destruction of the truck. It could depend on the terms of the policy and what it covers. It would be difficult for anyone to advise without seeing the policy. If the carrier issued a denial,... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2024
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. If a policyholder chooses to keep the vehicle, the carrier will usually work out a separate set of figures based on salvage value if vehicle is declared total loss. But this is a general process; each state... View More
My insurance company has left my totaled vehicle in my name without paying any necessary fees - now we have a lien. They have grossly failed in defending me as their customer in a few ways and I would like to know if there are any options in pursuing legal action against them. Happy to give more... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2024
Under California law, it is possible to pursue legal action against your car insurance company if they have failed in their obligations towards you as a policyholder. If your insurance company has not fulfilled its contractual duties, such as handling claims properly, paying necessary fees, or... View More
Filed a flood claim a week before Christmas. Our policy was written by the agent with an Elevated-with-Enclosure Foundation and confirmed our basement type carries $100,000 of contents coverage.
We met with the cat. adjuster who off the record told us the agent had our policy written with... View More
answered on Jan 10, 2024
A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. The private adjustor gave you good advice. An attorney may want to review your matter in detail, in terms of the underwriting error and the confusion in coverage it created, and what your best and most... View More
Demo work was performed by a insurance picked contractor and damages to my tile were made. insurance is fighting hard not to pay and contractor really not responding. what do i do?
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answered on Jan 2, 2024
In California, when damages occur during contractor work, especially under an insurance claim, the responsibility for repair costs generally falls on the party at fault, which could be either the contractor or the insurance company. If the contractor caused the damage, they might be liable for... View More
The adjuster for the at fault party's insurance claims he can't find his client. He claims that he can't resolve our situation until he can find his client and get information from him. I don't believe that is our problem, especially nearly 2 months in. State Georgia, county... View More
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
If you've been involved in a car accident in Georgia and the at-fault party's insurance is claiming difficulties in locating their client, it's advisable to take certain steps to protect your interests. Firstly, document all communication with the at-fault party's insurance,... View More
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