Underinsured Motorist Insurance: Proving a Phantom Vehicle Claim

July 30, 2023

Underinsured/uninsured motorist (UIM) coverage provides coverage for bodily injury and/or property damage. In Washington, UIM coverage is optional, but an insurance company is required to offer it to policyholders at the time they apply for an automobile liability insurance policy. Generally, UIM coverage operates to provide compensation to policyholders for […]

Settlement Releases in Insurance Claims: Know Before You Sign

June 2, 2023

When it’s time to settle your accident or injury claim with an insurance company, the company most likely will ask you to sign a release. Almost always prepared by the insurance company or its attorney, a settlement release is typically structured to contain all the legal formalities to make it […]