Insurance Law
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What happens if a homeowner’s insurance company denies my claim after I fell on a broken porch step?
If a homeowner’s insurance company denies your claim after you fell on a broken porch step, that usually means the insurer is not agreeing to pay under the policy at that time. The denial may be based on the insurer’s vi...
Can I make a claim if a hit-and-run driver damaged my car in a grocery store parking lot?
If a hit-and-run driver damaged your car in a grocery store parking lot in Virginia, you may be able to make a claim, but the available options usually depend on what evidence exists and what insurance coverage you have....
What happens if the at-fault driver’s insurance coverage is only $10,000 and my medical bills are higher?
In Texas, if the at-fault driver’s insurance policy is only $10,000 and your medical bills are higher, the insurance company usually will not pay more than the policy limit for that driver’s liability coverage. That does...
What are my rights if my upstairs neighbor’s pipe burst and ruined my furniture?
If an upstairs neighbor’s pipe burst and damaged your furniture, you may have rights to seek payment for the loss, but the source of those rights depends on the facts. In Maryland, claims of this type often involve prope...
How do I file a claim if I was bitten by a dog at an Airbnb?
If you were bitten by a dog at an Airbnb in Iowa, the claim process usually starts with reporting the injury, getting medical care, and identifying who may be responsible. In many situations, a claim may involve more tha...
What are my rights if my neighbor’s tree fell and damaged my car during a storm?
If your neighbor’s tree fell on your car during a storm in Washington, your rights often depend on why the tree fell and who may be legally responsible for the damage. In general, a storm alone does not automatically mak...
What happens if my car insurance lapses for two weeks and I get into an accident?
If your car insurance lapses for two weeks and you get into an accident, several things may happen at once. In general, the lapse can affect whether your insurer covers damage, injuries, or legal defense, and it may also...
How do I dispute a credit card charge for a $750 appliance repair that did not fix the problem?
If you paid $750 for an appliance repair with a credit card and the repair did not fix the problem, you may be able to dispute the charge through your card issuer. In general, a card dispute is different from complaining...
What happens if I bought a used car and discovered it had flood damage not disclosed?
If you bought a used car in Iowa and later discovered flood damage that was not disclosed, the main issue is usually whether the seller or dealer failed to tell you something they had a legal duty to disclose. In general...
What are my rights if my parked car was damaged by a snowplow?
If your parked car was damaged by a snowplow in Idaho, you may have rights to seek compensation, but the available options usually depend on who operated the snowplow, where the damage happened, and what kind of insuranc...
What are my rights if a moving company lost two boxes with my tax records and family photos?
If a moving company lost two boxes containing tax records and family photos, you may have several general rights under Mississippi law and the terms of the moving contract, but the details depend heavily on the facts. In...
How do I handle a claim if the store’s surveillance camera recorded my fall?
If a store’s surveillance camera recorded your fall, that video may become an important part of a premises liability claim. In general, footage can help show what happened before, during, and after the incident, includin...
Can I Sue a Neighbor Whose Tree Fell on My Fence?
In Oklahoma, you may sometimes be able to seek payment from a neighbor if their tree fell on your fence, but the answer usually depends on why the tree fell and whether the neighbor was negligent. If a healthy tree fell...
What happens if a financing company reports late payments that I already disputed?
If a financing company reports late payments that you already disputed, the entry does not automatically disappear just because you raised a dispute. In general, the company and the credit reporting system may still keep...
What happens if a contractor damaged my roof and refuses to give insurance information?
If a contractor damaged your roof and refuses to give insurance information, you may still have options to document the damage, request payment, and try to identify the contractor’s coverage through other means. In gener...