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what is statute of limitation for uninsured motorist claim in North Carolina. I could not identify vehicle but I filed police report and had ins.
Asked on Jun 19th, 2014 on Automobile Accidents - North Carolina
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I was hit in rear by veh that fled scene. I had damage to my vehicle and insurance. I treated for accident. I did not report to my insurance company and I paid for the damages myself, but I treated. Am I entitled to file a UM claim even though I could not id the vehicle. There was damage to my car and I did treat. What is statute of limitation on Uninsured motorist claim.
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Dear Anonymous,
The statute of limitations is 3 years from the date of the accident, which means if a lawsuit is not filed before 3 years after the date of the accident, your claim will be time barred forever. However, most insurance companies require you to have made a timely notice to them of the accident. If you did not do that, they might fight paying you based on lack of notice. You should contact a personal injury attorney right away for advice and potential representation.
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Answered on Jul 18th, 2014 at 7:27 AM