Okay, so maybe you have always wondered what goes on inside an insurance company. Sadly, not much. But, there are some things you should know. 1. INSURANCE COMPANIES TRACK EVERY CLAIM YOU ARE INVOLVED IN Yes, they track EVERY claim,…
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Why you should hire an attorney who understands an adjuster
I was exchanging emails today with a friend of mine who is also a personal injury attorney. He understands how the world of insurance works so none of this will be a surprise to him. But, a lot of attorneys…
FAQ: Should I disclose my policy limits?
Question: I was involved in a car accident. The other side has sent my insurance company a letter asking for my policy limits. Should I disclose them? Answer: When you are involved in a car crash, your policy limits are…
Information you MUST get at the scene of the accident
I have talked about this before. It is even part of my presentation when I speak to high school students. What information do you need to get at the scene of an accident? First, if the police come and separate…
More on total losses
I have written a lot about total losses before. You can find those articles here. But it bears repeating since so many people ask me this: why can’t we use Blue Book value? The simple answer is that Blue Book…
FAQ: Do I really need renters insurance?
Question: I rent an apartment. Do I really need renter’s insurance? Answer: YES!!! I cannot be more emphatic. YES!!!! Okay, so I was a little more emphatic. There are two reasons why. The first is less common, but just as…
FAQ: How long will my case take?
Q: How long it will take to resolve my case? Answer: I don’t know. Anyone who tells you they know is either not being honest with you or saying it just to get you to hire them. A good personal…
Getting your car fixed
So your car has been damaged in an accident. You need to get it repaired and you call your insurance company. What do you do now? Your insurance company is going to suggest one of their shops. They always do….
Calling an attorney after a car accident
I have said it before and I will say it again. People get in a car crash, car accident, car collision, whatever you want to call it, and I suggest they call an attorney. But, maybe no one is hurt….
What to do if you are a passenger
After getting a call from a friend over the weekend, I realized most folks do not know what to do if they are a passenger in a car that is involved in a car accident. If you are the driver,…