There is no way to determine an average payout for car accident claims. Each case is different, and the financial recovery depends heavily on the unique facts of the claim. Even if we could determine the average uninsured motorist settlement in Alabama, it would not help you understand your case or your potential compensation amount. …
Bad Faith Insurance Claim in Alabama
After a car accident, we rely on insurance companies to cover our losses. Depending on the language in the policy, the insurer may provide compensation for past and future medical bills, lost income, property damages, and other losses. Unfortunately, insurance companies may act in bad faith and delay, devalue, or deny your claim. If you’re …
Understanding Arkansas Car Insurance Policy
A car insurance policy protects your financial and legal responsibilities if you’re the at-fault party in an accident. In Arkansas, it’s illegal to drive without insurance. Every motorist must carry a minimum auto liability insurance cover to operate their vehicle legally. Likewise, you must produce proof of insurance when requested by a law enforcement officer. …
Farmers Insurance Accident Claims
If you were in a traffic collision in a state with fault-based accident laws, you will need to file a third-party accident claim to recover compensation. This claim will be based on the auto liability coverage of the at-fault driver. If they are covered by Farmers Insurance, you will need to pursue a Farmers accident …
Progressive Insurance Accident Claims
Progressive Insurance accident claims are necessary after one of the company’s policyholders causes an accident in a state with fault-based collision laws. If Progressive covers the driver who caused your vehicle crash, you will seek and hopefully recover compensation based on their liability policy. It would be within your best interest to speak with a …
Allstate Insurance Accident Claims
If you’ve been in an accident with someone who has Allstate and they are the cause of the accident, you may need to file an Allstate insurance accident claim to recover money damages. First, however, you must understand what to expect and know the tactics insurers like Allstate use to reduce the value of your …
GEICO Auto Insurance Accident Claims
Filing GEICO auto insurance accident claims may be necessary after accidents caused by the company’s policyholders. However, it is often a good idea to speak with an attorney before you contact GEICO about filing a claim to recover compensation for your losses. In general, you can give your insurer the basic facts of your accident. …
Liberty Mutual Insurance Accident Claims
If the driver who caused your collision has insurance from Liberty Mutual, you will likely need to file an accident claim with Liberty Mutual to recover the compensation necessary to pay your bills and cover your losses. You may want to consider working with an attorney who can help you navigate this process. Insurers are …
AAA Insurance Accident Claims
If another driver caused your accident, you might be able to recover compensation for your injuries, losses, and expenses. If they have AAA auto coverage, this is possible by filing a AAA insurance accident claim. You should also contact your own auto insurance provider as soon as you can, regardless of liability. However, you may …
Full Coverage Car Insurance for Your Automobile
Many drivers do not have the car insurance coverage they believe they do. After a crash, one of the first things a car accident lawyer does is check to determine what insurance coverage is available to recover compensation for their client. Often, when they ask the client what coverage they have, they respond: “I have …
Auto Insurance Company Claim Settlement Tactics
Too often, people hurt in car accidents are so dazzled by an offer from the at-fault driver’s auto insurance company that the possibility of receiving a lump sum of money distracts them from the actual value of their losses. When they accept what is undoubtedly a low-ball offer, they end up doing both the at-fault …
Insurance Says Your Car is Totaled; Now What?
Understanding Mississippi Car Insurance Policy
Motor vehicle insurance is a legal requirement in Mississippi. Every motorist must carry a minimum amount of coverage and proof of this coverage when operating their vehicle. However, although this insurance is in place to protect drivers and passengers in the event of an accident, it may not be enough to cover all the losses …
Esurance Insurance Accident Claims
Filing Esurance insurance accident claims is not a difficult process – but getting the compensation you deserve based on the facts of your crash case may be. If you begin the claims process without understanding the tricks and tactics that insurers often use, you could hurt your case and fail to protect your legal right …
Social Media and Insurance Claims
Status Update: Just got into a fender bender! Send thoughts and prayers—and a good lawyer! In today’s tech-savvy world, we tend to share everything—the good, the bad, and especially the ugly. While social media has helped advance our lives in many ways, it can potentially damage your personal injury claim. Knowing how to manage your …
4 Ways to Identify a Potentially Valid Car Accident Claim
Most people who initiate civil lawsuits are seeking damages from a negligent party for injuries, financial harm, or property damage. Car accident claims often stem from injuries that a negligent driver caused, and in many cases, the injured party is simply looking to receive compensation for expenses related to the accident. The nature and value …
Should I Buy Flood Insurance for My House?
According to FEMA, floods are the number one natural disaster in the United States every year. Living in Louisiana, this comes as no surprise. Many people believe that flood insurance is unavailable or too expensive to carry, but that is just one of many misconceptions. It is also important to understand what is and what …
FEMA Federal Disaster Declarations in 2012 (Infographic)
How does FEMA Respond to a Natural Disaster? There are many different kinds of disaster types such as tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, severe winter storms, and ice storms. When a disaster is declared it is the local government’s job to respond first with emergency services. The governor can request federal resources be mobilized through the U.S. Department …
Auto Insurance: What Coverage do I Need?
Have you ever reviewed your automobile insurance policy and wondered what your insurance will cover if you’re involved in a car accident? For many of us, deciding what insurance is the right insurance for our needs can be a difficult process. Understanding the various coverage options available is necessary to make the right decision. An …
Car Insurance Company Myths
Are You on Facebook? So Is Your Insurance Adjuster
Most of my clients have at least one social networking account such as a Facebook page or Twitter handle. While these social networking sites are a great way to stay connected to friends and family and catch up on current events, they are also an excellent way for insurance companies to learn things about you …