The insurer says I was partly at fault

More personal injury situations

• I was assaulted or harmed intentionally Safety, criminal reporting, civil claims, and victim assistance are separate matters.
• The other insurer wants a recorded statement or broad medical release Understand who is asking, what is requested, and any actual obligation before responding.
• The injury happened months or years ago Get prompt legal review; time limits depend on claim type, accrual, defendants, and exceptions.
• A family member died because of an incident Wrongful-death and estate-related claims have their own parties, deadlines, and procedures.
• I was injured at work Report promptly and investigate workers’ compensation separately from any claim against a third party.
• My employer or insurer disputes the work injury Obtain the written reason and use the appropriate compensation dispute procedure.
• I cannot work after the injury Document both medical work restrictions and actual income loss, and investigate available benefits promptly.
• A dog bit me or knocked me down Seek medical care and appropriate animal/public-health reporting; liability rules vary.

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