Fault: responsibility for wrongdoing or failure
Fault: responsibility for wrongdoing or failure
Felony: a crime the nature of which is serious enough for you to spend one or more years in jail
Fiduciary Duty: an obligation to act in the best interest of another party
Good Faith: a compliance with the standards of decency and honesty
Grand Jury: is a group of civilians convened to determine whether or not a criminal case has enough merit to proceed to trial
Guarantee: a legal agreement where a person agrees to guarantee the obligations of another
Guarantor: the person who provides a guarantee on behalf of another
These terms are brought to you by the Atlanta Accident Attorneys.
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Thursday, February 19, 2009
Property Damage FAQ
Being involved in an accident can be a very traumatic experience for all involved. Then the added stress of not having transportation or trying to figure out the process of getting your car repaired may seem overwhelming. Below you will find answers to some frequently asked questions:
Q: Do I need my attorney's office to communicate with the insurance company concerning damages to my car or should I call them directly?
A: Although we will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have, we have found that it is faster and more efficient if you work directly with the insurance company in getting your car repaired. Your situation may be uniquely different and you are the best person to convey concerns about your vehicle to the insurance company.
Q: Can I get a rental car while my car is being repaired?
A: Yes, while your car is being repaired the insurance company will pay you for alternate transportation until your car is returned to you. Every insurance company has different guidelines on how they handle this so contact the adjuster assigned to your file for details.
Q: Why is the check I received for repairs from the insurance company less than the estimate I got from my repair shop?
A: This is a very common occurrence and should not alarm you. The check the adjuster has sent is based on a visual estimate and may not include hidden damage. Your repair technician will contact the insurance company directly and request payment for any additional repairs not included in the original estimate.
This article is brought to you by Atlanta Accident Attorneys.
Q: Do I need my attorney's office to communicate with the insurance company concerning damages to my car or should I call them directly?
A: Although we will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have, we have found that it is faster and more efficient if you work directly with the insurance company in getting your car repaired. Your situation may be uniquely different and you are the best person to convey concerns about your vehicle to the insurance company.
Q: Can I get a rental car while my car is being repaired?
A: Yes, while your car is being repaired the insurance company will pay you for alternate transportation until your car is returned to you. Every insurance company has different guidelines on how they handle this so contact the adjuster assigned to your file for details.
Q: Why is the check I received for repairs from the insurance company less than the estimate I got from my repair shop?
A: This is a very common occurrence and should not alarm you. The check the adjuster has sent is based on a visual estimate and may not include hidden damage. Your repair technician will contact the insurance company directly and request payment for any additional repairs not included in the original estimate.
This article is brought to you by Atlanta Accident Attorneys.
What should I do if I'm involved in an accident?
After being involved in an accident so many things go through your mind that you may not be sure of what to do. Here is a list of to do's at the time of an accident:
- Promptly report the accident to the police.
- If you have a camera, take pictures at the scene of the accident.
- Obtain names, address, and driver's license numbers as well as insurance company and policy number of all involved vehicles.
- Do not admit responsibility or make any statements regarding the accident to anyone except the police officer or your insurance company.
- Obtain names, addresses, and phone numbers of all witnesses.
- Protect your vehicle from any further damage.
- Report your claim to your insurance company.
- Advise the officer of your injuries.
- Obtain the incident report from the police officer as well as inquire if here are any traffic citations being given.
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