My attorney contacted me on the 26th of January stating we settled and they would be sending out a couple of release forms for me to sign and yet almost 3 weeks later, still nothing. Is this normal?
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answered on Feb 14, 2018
Once a case is settled, it may take several weeks to even a few months to get all of the paperwork signed and the bills / liens resolved. If there are no medical bills and there are no medical or other liens, the process can go a bit quicker. Also, the insurance company typically sends over the... View More 
My truck was stolen from My driveway and involved in a hit and run. The insurance company told me that they can't cover it under the comprehensive but that it would be covered under collision but I would have to admit to a dui. Why would any insurance company tell someone to lie? I have called... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2018
Sounds like your insurance company doesn't believe you regarding the theft.
If you are unfairly denied the benefits under the policy, you sue the insurance company for bad faith.
answered on Jan 12, 2018
Add up all your out-of-pocket medical expenses, such as Dr. bills, pharmacy bills, and other expenses related to treating your physical injuries; add up the lost income you suffered resulting from the loss of time from work; calculate the value of the pain and suffering you have experienced; then... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2017
the answer would be face on the facts...........when you say properly what happened?
how were you served?
did you evade service?
did you move and not leave forwarding?
you can always make a motion to set aside and the judge based on the facts presented will decide whether to grant.
Owner, contractor, and HOA insurance all notified but each claim the other shares liability. What are my rights as a third-party claimant? My own insurance does not fully cover the loss. Someone else is responsible. I don't want to start reconstruction until I have money to reconstruct.
answered on Nov 20, 2017
Not sure what your theory is against the HOA - if there is one, they can be included in a lawsuit. Otherwise, you can sue the upstairs neighbor (and their contractor since you've already uncovered who they are). The insurance companies have a duty to try and settle a loss after liability has... View More
Homeowners Insurance company is asking for a lot. They want me to create a spreadsheet of thousands of items, describe each of them, document their age and put a value on it. This will take months of full-time work. I am wondering if I can just ask for a percentage less of what they owe and not... View More
answered on Oct 13, 2017
Unfortunately, that won't do it, although you may be able to handle the necessary paperwork in a way that takes a lot less time than you anticipate. The amount of coverage really doesn't determine the amount of your claim, except to put a cap on it. Of course, if you have $400K in... View More
I was on my way to wrk and can show intent of good faith i was in the very process of getting my insurance literally my broker was texting me the rates at the exact same time i was in the accident what effin luck I have my lawyers firm wouldnt havent anyone to my house if they didn't think i... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2017
Ask your attorney. You are paying him. The rest of us are internet strangers to you. Why would you come to us?
My truck was sideswipe by another truck. No damage on his. No injury. IT was a 3 lane traffic I was on a left lane only traffic, he was on the middle lane. I was moving towards the intersection to make a left turn and did not see the truck to my right also was making a left turn until I was hit in... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2017
It depends on the witness and all of the facts. The insurer should talk to the witness if it hasn't already and make a determination. If the insurer's denial is final, you can sue the other driver in Small Claims court. Bring the photos, police report, estimate for repair of the... View More
options? I'm represented by a different attorney.
answered on Sep 19, 2017
Attorneys are forbidden by the rules of professional conduct from contacting people regarding a matter in which the person is represented by counsel. You should inform your attorney of this attempt.
They are both CA residents. The collision happened on a country road in Nebraska.
The adjuster wants to talk to the driver. What should she be concerned with? She was not cited.
answered on Aug 24, 2017
If it's the adjuster for the insurer of the car she was driving, she has an obligation to cooperate. If it's the adjuster for the insurer of the other car, she should not give a statement without consulting with a Nebraska attorney. Regardless of which adjuster it is, if and when she... View More
Lets suppose I enter a plea agreement that dismisses a hit-and-run charge.. However, my insurance company paid the hit-and-run claim or the personal injury claim.. Will my driving record be affected?
answered on Aug 3, 2017
Your driving record will show a collision resulting in bodily injury. It is entirely your insurer's right to determine whether to pay a claim and how much to pay, even if it affects your driving record.
attorney I'm supposed to speak to in order to defend me, but does this attorney actually represent me and have my best interests in mind, or are they beholden only to my insurance company?
answered on Jul 29, 2017
They represent you. You are their client, although the insurance company is paying the bill.
answered on Jul 8, 2017
Review it with a lawyer. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my... View More
I was hit by another driver. The dealership will only honor my lease if it is repaired there. The other driver's insurance is saying they will only pay for aftermarket parts, and not the new ones the dealership will use. Can I sue them for the difference?
answered on Jul 5, 2017
Ask the dealer for the lease language that says you must repair the vehicle at its shop. If that is indeed a requirement, then get it fixed there. If the other driver's insurance won't pay, sue in Small Claims court. You cannot be forced to purchase aftermarket parts, regardless of its... View More
Wife went to eye doctor, checked with insurance about clinic, checked with clinic about insurance everything okay. First visit to doctor was okay, insurance paid their portion we paid ours, 2nd visit clinic did procedure on wife, they had a different doctor do it. No one at the clinic informed us... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2017
You can always negotiate. However, you do owe for the service, regardless of insurance.. The insurance info is usually posted in the doctor's office. Wouldn't hurt to check.
answered on May 16, 2017
There are federal and state laws that apply. What type of issue do you have? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and... View More
I am being charged with a DUI but not yet convicted. I have a criminal defense attorney defending my case who might get the charges dropped or lowered. My insurance has denied my claim in regards to my policy which states: While the insured auto is being used in the commission of a crime .This... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2017
Your question is loaded with issues, but not a lot of background information about the claim itself.
The short answer is: it depends. What kind of claim did you make? For car repairs? Something else?
Insurance policies have many parts to them. There are first the insuring clauses.... View More
I live in a HOA, recently while raining my roof leaked and caused lots of damage. I called the property insurance company to file a claim. Today I received an email for the HOA stating that the insurance company advised them they had a $5,000 deductible and it would be in their best interest to... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2017
Are the repairs you're being asked to make your contractual duty to the HOA, and are such repairs logically required to be completed so that the roof can be fixed? Or is there no physical causal connection between the two? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2017
Were you found to be at fault? Did your insurance coverage apply to your liability? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials,... View More
I've already given two seperate recorded statements and one written, this claim has gone on for months and today i recieved notice from the insurance company's attorneys that im scheduled to be examened under oath at their law office, i need advice
answered on Feb 5, 2017
It's a good idea to have a lawyer. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my... View More
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