DO YOU HAVE TO GIVE YOUR MEDICAL RECORDS TO INSURANCE COMPANY AFTER ACCIDENT?
Were you injured in an accident because of another person’s negligence? It could be a car accident, their dog bit you, or many other causes. If so, you will likely have medical bills, lost wages, and other losses. The person who injured you should pay for your losses. In fact, most people have insurance for just that purpose. Therefore, the insurance of the person who injured steps up to pay the necessary compensation.
However, it is not quite that simple. Before an insurance company pays compensation for your injuries, they need proof. This includes medical records, bills, employment information, and more. Our Minnesota personal injury lawyers deal with this every day. Not surprisingly, providing all that information can feel invasive to the injured person. Of course, it is invasive. At the same time, it would not make sense for an insurance company to pay compensation without verifying the injury.
Another question is whether the insurance company can get information about you without your permission. The answer to this should be no. There are many privacy laws that are supposed to protect your rights. However, our lawyers find that privacy laws are often ineffective. Sometimes, insurance companies give each other information that they shouldn’t. Our personal injury lawyers are mindful of this risk. We consistently communicate with insurance companies so they understand the limit of their authority with our client’s information.
PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS MN
If you have been injured in an accident, we can help. Take advantage of our experience. Our lawyers have successfully represented hundreds of people throughout Minnesota. We know what the insurance company needs in order to pay your claim. The initial consultation is free. Further, there is no upfront fee, and we never charge anything unless you receive compensation for your injuries.