If I was rear-ended in an auto accident and had personal injuries, what do I do?
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If I was rear-ended in an auto accident and had personal injuries, what do I do?
I called the claim into my insurance company but the responsible party has not called in his claim yet. It has been 5 days. The insurance adjustor is suggesting that I file everything under my policy and they will just transfer it over to the responsible party. The crash report shows that he admitted that he was at fault. Should I hire an attorney?
Asked on July 17, 2012 under Personal Injury, North Carolina
Answers:
Leigh Anne Timiney / Timiney Law Firm
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You are entitled to make a claim with the responsible party's insurance company for your personal injuries, which include your medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering. You should also be treating your medical injuries and taking care of health. It would be best for you to consult with an attorney who specializes in personal injury. Handling a claiim like this on your own can be difficult. Most personal injury attorneys offer free consultations. Good luck.
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