Insurance 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 […]
Filing Complaints with the South Dakota Division of Insurance
Perhaps 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 […]
Need Help Paying Your Medical Bills? Here’s What You Can Do
Imagine you are involved in a car accident, are injured, and are experiencing pain as a result. You know you need medical treatment, but have no money and don’t know how to get help paying for your medical bills. You start to think that since the other driver was at fault, you shouldn’t have to […]
Our Best Advice for Homeowners Insurance Claims
With 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.
What does it Mean that Insurance Companies have a Legal Duty to Act in Good Faith?
As 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.
Your Long Term Care Insurance Claim Was Denied. What Do You Do Next?
When 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.
Uninsured vs. Underinsured: What’s the Difference?
If you have been in a car accident and were hurt because of someone’s actions, you may be hit with all sorts of costs. In addition to the pain from your injuries and the damage to your vehicle, you will have the bills for medical treatment and the necessary time off work.
Insurance Money Available for Loved Ones of Pedestrians Hit by Vehicles
Pedestrian deaths from car accidents have reached a 25-year high. As the rate of other traffic fatalities falls, the number of pedestrians struck and killed by motorists is higher than ever. When a pedestrian is hurt or killed, insurance may be available to help offset resulting financial losses.
Were Your Crops Damaged by Dicamba? Here Are Your Legal Options
South Dakota Dicamba attorneys are helping farmers who have lost significant assets due to the fact that they cannot grow crops that have been genetically modified to resist the plant herbicide, Dicamba. If your crops have suffered Dicamba damage, you can file a lawsuit that may help you get compensation for your losses.
Common Signs of Insurance Bad Faith
Unfortunately, even honest policy holders can become the victim of insurance company bad faith actions. If you have experienced any of the following, you may want to contact a South Dakota insurance bad faith attorney for help. Once you buy an insurance policy, you have a contract with the insurance company. Even if the contract […]
This Graphic Explains Why Insurance is “The Phantom of the Courtroom”
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5 Common Reasons Why Your Homeowners’ Insurance Claim May Have Been Denied
Homeowners insurance should provide a welcomed safety net in the event of a crisis. When the unexpected happens, you should be able to rely on your insurer for support as you rebuild. Unfortunately, many people contact lawyers describing how homeowners’ insurance denied their claim, wondering why it happened.
