Do I have to respond to requests from law firms representing my health insurance companythat ispursuing subrogation?

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Do I have to respond to requests from law firms representing my health insurance companythat ispursuing subrogation?

About a year ago I was attacked by drunk friend at a party. I went to a hospital and received treatment for my injuries. My health insurance paid for the medial bills. About 6months later I received a letter from a law firm representing my health insurance company indicating that an audit revealed that my insurance company may be entitled to payments from the other party under subrogation. The letter requested details about the incident and whether or not I have sought damages. I have since forgiven the friend and have not sought any damages from him. Do I have to respond to the letter’s request for information?

Asked on November 1, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, Virginia

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

Good question. Most likely you do have to respond to requests from law firms that are representing your health insurance carrier regarding moneys that it expended on your behalf concerning health care providers for injuries that you sustained as a result of an attack by a drunk friend at a party.

The reason is that under the insurance policy that you have and the benefits you received for medical care, you signed an agreement agreeing to assist your insurance carrier. If you do not voluntarily assist, you could be subpoenaed and be forced to answer questions in a deposition. I would cooperate.


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