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I was involved in an accident in which the other party was at fault. My question is their insurance company still hasn't paid to get our vehicle fixed even though it has been 2 months. I've called them weekly and each time they say they're waiting on the party at fault to get more information. Is there a time limit on how long they can drag this on?
Dear Aaron,
They have EXCEEDED their investigation time. If your vehicle was undrivable during this time, you are entitled to a rental car allowance, irrespective of whether or not you actually rented a car or had your neighbor drive you to work.
I would immediately prepare a complaint to your state insurance commissioner http://www.settlementcentral.com/links.php
(but don't send it just yet).
Send a copy of the complaint to the claims supervisor, giving her three days to make arrangements for repair of your vehicle, or else you will file that complaint.
That should get you the proper results.
Best wishes,
Dr. Settlement, J.D. (Juris Doctor)
www.SettlementCentral.Com
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27 years of front line plaintiff`s trial lawyer experience in PERSONAL INJURY INSURANCE CLAIMS. Along with other attorneys and insurance adjusters, we have created a website to help injured people settle their own personal injury claims. With the help from feedback from hundreds of satisfied members, www.settlementcentral.com has become THE AUTHORITY for Internet personal injury insurance claim settlements. I am humbled and honored if people can benefit from my experience and current volunteer work in helping injured people. I hope I can explain things in a manner that is useful for the questioner. If not, do not hesitate to e-mail me and I will take a second shot at it! Best Wishes for your physical and financial recovery.
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Life Experience: 27 years of front line plaintiff's trial lawyer experience
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American Trial Lawyers Association
Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
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Statute of Limitations
Vehicle Accident
Accident--Adjuster
Demand Letters
Policy Limits
Education/Credentials: J.D. (Juris Doctor) 1977
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I am humbled and honored everytime I am selected to help injured people. And when people give feedback that they have benefited from my experience and current volunteer efforts, then that is a double honor and award for me.
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