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Am I entitled to more compensation?
I broke my ankle walking out my friend’s front door and will be having surgery. Her insurance company sent me $1000, saying that is the maximum amount allowed. I have not cashed the check yet, but I know I will have physical therapy after the surgery, loss of work for a few months, and other expenses. Am I entitled to more compensation?
Asked on May 26, 2009 under Insurance Law, New Hampshire
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
I'm not a New Hampshire attorney, but this doesn't sound right, and I think you've made the right decision, not cashing that check.
Whether or not the insurance company owes you more money or not -- and I can't tell you that it's absolutely so, since there might be a policy limit involved -- if the law holds your friend liable for your injury, you can sue her. I know that nobody likes to sue a friend, but I have also seen the consequences of a broken ankle in other cases, and $1,000 is a drop in the bucket here.
You need to talk to an attorney in your area, take along whatever you have received from the insurance company (the letter will have the name of the adjuster on the file, and a claim number, which the attorney will need if she or he takes your case), and review all the facts of your case, to get reliable advice. One place to find a lawyer who can help you get fair compensation for your injury is our website, http://attorneypages.com
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