GalleryInsurance companies are required by law to fulfill their contractual obligations to policyholders, which is referred to as acting in good faith. In other words, you buy an insurance policy and pay the premiums with the understanding that if you are owed a benefit under that policy, the insurance company will act responsibly to investigate your claim and pay you what you are owed.
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Signs Your Insurance Company May be Using Intrusive or Demeaning Investigation Methods
Filing Complaints with the South Dakota Division of Insurance
GalleryPerhaps you have filed a claim with your insurance company and have received no response. Or maybe your insurance company has denied a claim for a benefit to which you are entitled under the terms of your policy. If you are being treated unfairly by an insurance company, it may be time to file a complaint with the South Dakota Division of Insurance.
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Need Help Paying Your Medical Bills? Here’s What You Can Do
GalleryImagine you are involved in a car accident, are injured, and are experiencing pain as a result. You know you need medical treatment, but […]
How Are Personal Injury Damages Determined?
GalleryIf you have been in an accident and are looking for a South Dakota personal injury attorney, you may wonder about the kinds of […]
Brain Injuries: What They Are and Why They Go Undiagnosed
GalleryEvery day in the United States, 153 people die from injuries that include a traumatic brain injury (TBI). From 2006–2013, the Centers for Disease Control reported that TBI-related visits to the emergency room increased by 47%. Despite the significant percentage increase, TBI’s often go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed.
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Our Best Advice for Homeowners Insurance Claims
GalleryWith hailstorms, fires, floods, and other natural disasters growing rampant, it’s wise to have homeowners insurance—in fact, it’s a must! So, you dot all of your i’s and cross all of your t’s, pay all of your premiums, talk with all of the people, and fill out all of that paperwork.
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What does it Mean that Insurance Companies have a Legal Duty to Act in Good Faith?
GalleryAs a policyholder, you have the right to expect that your insurance company will treat you fairly. That means getting prompt and respectful attention when you submit a claim.
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The 4 Most Important Things You Should Ask for in a Car Accident Settlement
GalleryCar accidents happen without warning. Life following a collision is also unpredictable. Recovery may disrupt your life in ways that are not easily measured by dollars and cents. Often, the most significant losses don’t come with receipts, and it can be difficult to express your needs to an insurance company.
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Your Long Term Care Insurance Claim Was Denied. What Do You Do Next?
GalleryWhen you buy long-term care insurance, you trust the insurance company to cover your care when you need it most. Too often, insurance companies acting in bad faith deny claims to avoid making payments. If this happens to you, here’s what you should do next.
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Do You Need a Lawyer If You Were Attacked by a Dog?
Dog attacks can cause serious injuries, require medical care, and have lasting effects. It is smart to contact a personal injury lawyer to help determine if you have grounds to file a legal claim and what compensation you may be owed.
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