Settlement Offers After An Accident

by blau on February 22, 2011

At some point after a lawsuit is filed, there is typically settlement talks with the other party – usually with their insurance carrier.

And like any negotiation, the more information you have, the better-off you will be during these talks.

That’s why I urge all my car & truck accident clients to document everything….starting on the day of the accident.

If we have information useful to your case from….

  • The day of your accident;
  • All records pertaining to the accident;
  • And what I call a daily diary of what you’ve been through,

….expect a larger settlement offer.

It’s so important to note everything pertaining to the accident and it’s impact on your life.

The more information you possess, the better the settlement offer will be.

If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Campbell County, Boone County or Kenton County, please give my office a call at 859 441 5400. The call is free and all we’ll do is discuss what happened and if I can help.

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How Do I Deal With A Trucking Company And Its Insurance Company After An Accident

by blau on November 17, 2010

I’ll pass along one bit of advice – do not speak with them.

When it’s you against a trucking company or its insurance company, it is not a level playing field.

Many truck companies are very skilled at truck accident investigations and their insurance adjustors are some of the most skilled in the country.

Add these adjusters represent the truck company and could care less about you.

Do not sign anything.  Do not even speak with them.

If you have been involved in an accident with truck or semi, speak with an attorney as soon as possible.

If you live in Northern Kentucky, or anywhere in Kentucky for that matter, you can call me office for a free consultation. You can get answers to your questions and find out a little more about what your options are.  I can be reached at 859 441 5400.

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When Can A Lawsuit Be Pursued Against A Trucking Company After An Accident

November 9, 2010

Since 2008, more than 100,000 people have been injured, many seriously, after an accident with a truck or big-rig.
In Kentucky, there are a number of situations or reasons why a truck could cause an accident. Here are a number of the more common reasons I’ve seen.

Truck Driver Fatigue
Truck Driver Negligence
Drug Use
Semi Truck Equipment Failures
Failure [...]

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Who Can Sue For Injuries or Wrongful Death After A Truck Accident

November 2, 2010

In Kentucky, the individual that was was injured can sue, and in some cases a spouse can sue as well.
If a death occurred, a family member can pursue a wrongful death claim on behalf of all family members and can pursue a lawsuit against the truck driver and trucking company.
Truck accident lawsuits are extremely complicated [...]

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How Do I Hire A Kentucky Accident Lawyer

October 19, 2010

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Kentucky, there are 2 ways you can hire an attorney.
If there are no real injuries and you’re having issues with insurance coverage and payments, you can hire an attorney at an hourly rate of somewhere between $150 – $400.
But if someone has suffered serious injuries in [...]

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What Happens When The Other Driver Lied About The Car Accident?

October 12, 2010

I hear it all the time….the other driver is lying about what happened before and during the car accident.
And though both parties completed an accident report, the cops can’t determine who is at fault.
A good attorney will carefully review the report and any other evidence.
Many times, I’ve been able to find inconsistencies in the report [...]

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Do You Have To Pay Your Health Insurance Back For Medical Bills They Paid As A Result Of An Auto Accident?

October 5, 2010

If you’re involved in a car accident in Kentucky, yes, you do. In fact, if your health insurance is through your employer, you have to pay them back 100% of what they paid.
Technically, health insurance companies are entitled to the first dollar before even the attorney fees and cost of the case [...]

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Do I Have To Pay My Auto Insurance Company Back For The Medical Bills They Paid?

September 28, 2010

As a general rule, the auto insurance for the person who caused the accident has to pay back your auto insurance company for the bills they paid.
It does not come out of your pocket. You do not have to pay them back.
The other person’s auto insurance also has to reimburse you for your lost [...]

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Am I Entitled To My Lost Wages?

September 21, 2010

Yes, if you are injured in a car accident in Kentucky, and miss work, you are entitled to your lost wages.
You can collect up to $200.00 a month from your own auto insurance. You can collect any disability insurance that you may have through your employer.
If you or a family member has [...]

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Who Has To Pay My Medical Bills After A Car Accident?

September 14, 2010

Your own auto insurance has to pay your medical bills – usually up to $10,000.00.
However, you can use your health insurance to pay for your medical bills and use your auto insurance to pay for your lost wages.
If you’ve been involved in a car accident and are having issues getting the bills paid, call my [...]

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