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I paid an auto shop to rebuild the transmission in my truck, with my insurance, CarShield, covering $3,700 and I paying a deductible. The shop had my truck from November 2024 until April 1, 2025. Upon receiving it back, transmission fluid was leaking. A lawyer advised me to have the truck examined... View More 
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It seems like you have a strong case for suing the auto shop due to the improper transmission rebuild, especially considering the negligence and potential safety risks involved. The first step is to gather all documentation, including the original repair agreement, invoices, communication with the... View More
I was involved in a rear-end collision while stopped at a traffic light. I visited the hospital two days later and was prescribed painkillers. The pain persisted, leading me to return to the hospital a month later. I've been in contact with the at-fault driver's insurance company. They... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2025
They generally present claimants with a release. What you describe as a disclosure appears to have the general effect of a release in precluding your rights to future claims or money. One would need to see the exact terms of your documents to advise meaningfully, but in general their purpose is to... View More
I received my first DUI when I was 21, and my one-year driving restriction is about to end. I have completed all court-mandated programs, and there is no mention of an ignition interlock device requirement after the restriction in my court documents. I do not currently have a car in my name but... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2025
You should simply have to take a written test and pay the reinstatement fee to get your license back. However, I have seen the DMV state you have to get an interlock when the box was checked even when you never had on installed. This normally requires us to go back to the original trial court to... View More
My next house catch on fire and that damage one side of my house.
I file claim With my insurance company and They are checking my coverage and Providing claim amount based on my policy coverage. As per my understanding, since this is not my fault.They should go with neighbors insurance... View More
answered on May 24, 2024
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney on state-specific laws and practices, you're correct. The way you describe is the way it's done in most places. Your insurance company might seek... View More
Got into an accident in my truck.
Insurance paid for a rental car.
I went to Mexico in the enterprise rental car.
Got into an accident.
Enterprise had the vehicle transported to El Paso, Texas.
Enterprise tried to bill my insurance company, they denied the... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2023
Among other issues, what may be relevant is why your insurance company denied the claim.
My son is the President of a Fraternity chapter at if current University and I'm concerned about covering him in case of an incident or accident. So with that said, will personal liability insurance will cover him?
answered on May 13, 2023
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. However, no attorney could really answer this question without seeing the terms of the policy. Your carrier could probably provide the most definitive guidance on this - they may be your best starting point. Good... View More
I was injured in a car accident a couple years ago, and I was awarded a very small amount last year which wouldn't cover the full medical cost.I no longer have an attorney but I was told by an attorney, although he wouldn't represent me, that I could ask the health insurance if they had a... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2022
A Virginia attorney should advise you here, but your question remains open for two weeks. Your description contains many facts to sort out, and requires the guidance of a local attorney, not just a response based on general legal principles.
From what I can sort out, you were awarded a... View More
Driver hit pedestrian no charges filed on driver pedestrian found it fault insurance company investigated denied his claim from his lawyer can he turn around and Sue the driver
answered on Feb 7, 2022
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Something isn't fully clear here. It isn't clear if you sued in the first place. It sounds like you received a denial from the insurance carrier. That sounds like the determination of claim... View More
Any information is appreciated.
answered on Dec 20, 2021
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. People do negotiate or contest their denials. Another possibility is to reach out to Viriginia attorneys who handle life insurance claims to discuss in more detail. Sometimes, it becomes necessary to litigate... View More
Relating to Maryland/Virginia
I have a lot of friends, and they are concerned with today's environment, and most are unable afford life insurance policies. If I were to buy life insurance for them and split profits with their selected beneficiaries, would it be difficult for me to... View More
answered on Jan 29, 2021
An attorney who specializes in insurance law would have a better idea about what you are asking.
At the time of the fire, i didnt have homeowner insurance on my house and the insurance company refuses to pay for the damage of my house isnt it there responsibility to pay
answered on Oct 4, 2020
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. To offer a meaningful response, one would need to see the policy and its scope of coverage. You could look into the cost of a brief consult with an attorney to outline your most cost-effective options. If there... View More
She was in Va. Who becomes the beneficiary now?
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answered on Feb 24, 2020
It depends on how the beneficiary designation in the life insurance policy was worded. If there is a contingent beneficiary, it would go to the contingent beneficiary. If there was no contingent beneficiary, then it might go to your husband's estate.
I was recently involved in a Car accident at the University drive way where the other car backing up while parking on my way of lane. We shared our insurance info right after - no police involved. His rear end and mine front driver end, but his insurance company claims that in VA if both vehicles... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2019
I do not know which insurance company it is with which you are dealing, but their explanation of the liability is inadequate at best. Virginia is a contributory negligence state, which means that you have a claim against the other driver if you have not contributed to the fault in the accident in... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2019
If you know the issuer of the policy, you can contact them. If you see that a probate estate has been filed, you can check the filings there, identify the policy, and make a claim if the policy has been included in the estate. If they will not cooperate and those sources are unsuccessful, a lawyer... View More
The insurance company said that since they were unable to get a statement from their insured that the claim was denied. However I have a police report with the report number that I already submitted to the company
answered on Aug 3, 2019
Depending on the practices of the claim examiner and/or insurance carrier, they may be waiting for all information to come in before reviewing and considering the claim for payment. Hopefully, their insured will cooperate in a timely manner and this will enable processing your claim.
It... View More
The charged driver that rear ended my daughter was driving her mothers vehicle. Their adjuster has deemed our vehicle totaled (maybe $5k). We had liability only so our insurance doesn't want to provide us any assistance. Their insurance is investigating if they will pay because driver... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2019
I regret that I do not handle car accident or car insurance claims. Sorry.
I'm low income on SSD (not SSI), I can't afford market rent. I'm owner of & been paying on a Term Life $15,000 policy for 13 years on my ex & need the proceeds to pay off bills so I can maintain my regular monthly expenses. My concerns are that if I choose to rent subsidized... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2019
I regret that I do not handle insurance policy maters. Sorry.
The lady was flying and I don’t feel I was fully responsible. It was a brand new car and I pd cash 4 days prior and my insurance said I didn’t upgrade it from insurance I currently had, which didn’t include collision. I’m responsible for damages on my car. If she were going the speed limit,... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2018
Don't give statments until you talk to a lawyer.Call a member of the Va Trial Lawyers Assn--they give free consults.
If you failed to yield you can be given a ticket.
Generally as she was contributorily at fault you can argue to your company she should have a proportional... View More
I was not the driver at fault.
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
I totaled my car in April 2017. The car was in my dad's name and I was listed as the co-signer. I had insurance though Geico and GAP coverage I purchased from the dealership. I had a concussion so my mom was taking care of most of the paperwork from the accident. She had a hard time getting... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2018
Talk to the lender. If yoiu still owed for sure they would let you know. But if you still owe, then call Gap, ask for a supervisor, explain what happened and as you are the insured,policy holder they must speak with you. If you get no satisfaction contact the Colorado AG's office of Consumer... View More
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