QUESTION
bodily injury and status of limitation
Asked on Dec 19th, 2013 on Automobile Accidents - Virginia
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I was involved ina car accident (the other driver's fault) on Dec. 26, 2011; I am trying to settle with the insurance company (sent my HIPAA form in OCt. 2013); the adjuster just called saying that they contacted the providers but did not hear from ost of them; they are offering me peanuts; the adjuster said if I do not settle before the DEC 26, 2013 deadline, then I do not have a claim. Is this true
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The adjuster is somewhat correct. The statute of limitations in Virginia is two years from the date of the collision. You have to settle your claim or file a lawsuit to protect your rights before the two year anniversary from the accident. I strongly suggest that you immediately hire an auto accident lawyer in the city/county where the collision occurred to file a lawsuit to protect your rights. Good luck with this matter.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2013 at 12:08 PM