After a car accident, the insurance company for the other driver is going to call you, likely with a young, friendly voice on the phone asking for a statement. They should identify themselves, what company that they are with and ask that you talk to them about the...
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Month: July 2015
What is the Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Claims?
When you get injured in a car accident, the clock starts running on how long you have to file a claim for injury. If you don't even know that you're injured yet because you're injured in a way that's not apparent until later, such as with concussions and some other...
Is my Employer Required to Provide Disability Insurance?
Some people put themselves in harm's way on a daily basis as a part of their job, while others may face no risk bigger than getting a paper cut. Based on the amount of risk you face every day, is your employer required to provide disability insurance?Short- and...
What is the Eligibility for Unemployment in West Virginia?
In West Virginia, employment for those not in labor unions is "at will," meaning in most workplaces, employees may be fired for any or no reason at all. Given that a firing may not mean fault on your part, how do you determine if you are eligible for unemployment...
How Do I Know if I Have an Employment Contract?
An employee contract can either feel like a security blanket or a ball and chain, depending on your employer.It can be a relief to know that you can't be fired without certain things happening first. However, if you are looking at new opportunities, or your workplace...
How do I Make a Counter Offer to my Insurance Claim?
After an accident, the insurance company is going to do everything it can to get you to settle and settle quickly. By putting on the pressure, you feel like it's best to take their offer and you don't have time to research your options, including what an injury like...
What Happens When a New Car is Totaled in an Accident?
Everyone who has ever bought a brand-new car has had someone tell them that it loses value the moment you drive it off the lot. It's true. But to many people, that one fact isn't enough to dissuade them from the joy of owning a car that's never been driven by anyone...