We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against State Farm for personal injuries sustained by our client who was in a car accident in the late stages of her pregnancy in Wake County. Our client’s vehicle was rear-ended on Capital Boulevard in Raleigh, North Carolina, from Oak Forest Drive towards Sumner Boulevard.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, GEICO Settlements, Personal Injury, Results, Settlements
March 2022: Two Pre-Litigation Injury Settlements Obtained Against GEICO
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm negotiated and secured two pre-litigation settlements against GEICO for personal injuries sustained by our clients who were in a car accident in Martin County. Our client’s vehicle was rear-ended on West Main Street in Williamston, North Carolina, from Prison Camp Road going towards Wildcat Road.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Results, Settlements, USAA Settlements
March 2022: Pre-Litigation Injury Settlement Against USAA Obtained
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against USAA for personal injuries sustained by our client who was in a car accident in Wake County. Our client’s vehicle was rear-ended on Wake Forest Road in Raleigh, North Carolina, from Sasser Street going towards North Person Street.
Car Accidents, National General, Results, Settlements
January 2022: Pre-Litigation Injury Settlement Against National General Obtained
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against National General for personal injuries sustained by our client who was in a car accident in Wake County. Our client’s vehicle was rear-ended on Edenton Street in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Auto Accidents, California, Car Accidents, Litigation, Motorcycle Accidents, North Carolina, Personal Injury, Tractor-Trailer Accidents
Litigation Review: National General Interrogatories
Sample interrogatories from National General in one of Tien Law Firm’s personal injury litigation cases. Interrogatory No. 1: State the date and place of your birth, your present address, the length of time you have lived there, and each address you have used for the last five (5) years. Interrogatory No. 2: State whether you are married or have ever been married, the name and address of your spouse, your date of marriage, and the names and birth dates of
Tien Law Firm’s car accident lawyers have many years of experience handing claims against Progressive Insurance. The purpose of this page is to give you some tips to help you seek maximum value of your injury claim in settlement negotiations with Progressive. Progressive is one of the largest insurance providers in the United States, with its main local competitors being State Farm, Allstate, Nationwide, and GEICO. Like many of the nation’s top insurance companies, Progressive is known for its catchy television
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September 2021: Two Settlements Achieved Against The Hartford Insurance
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm negotiated and secured two pre-litigation settlements against The Hartford insurance company for our clients.
The purpose of this page is to help you understand the settlement value of your case against GEICO and to give you weapons to help maximize the settlement value of your claim. Learn the secrets they don’t want you to know to seek the most money you possibly can out of your claim. Out of the top twenty largest insurance companies, GEICO is one of the most difficult insurance companies to deal with. If you have not figured that out yet,
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements, Universal Insurance Settlements
August 2021: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Universal Insurance Company
We are pleased to announce Tien Law Firm negotiated and obtained a settlement against Universal Insurance Company.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, GEICO Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
July 2021: Two Settlements Achieved Against GEICO
We are pleased to announce Tien Law Firm negotiated and obtained two pre-litigation settlements against GEICO this month for two separate cases.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Progressive Settlements, Results, Settlements
June 2021: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Progressive
We are pleased to announce Tien Law Firm negotiated and obtained a successful pre-litigation settlement in a matter against Progressive.
AAA Settlements, Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2021: Successful Settlement Achieved Against AAA
We are pleased to announce Tien Law Firm negotiated and obtained a successful pre-litigation settlement in a matter against AAA.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Tractor-Trailer Accidents
Tips for Personal Injury Demand Letters: Write Heavy-Hitting Concise Statements and Differentiate Your Claim
Tien Law Firm’s personal injury lawyers have written hundreds of effective settlement demand letters and have several tidbits of wisdom to offer injury claimants seeking to maximize their settlement or case value. First, you do not need to write a novel about every doctor, chiropractor, physical therapist, physician assistant, or share your daily pain journal, as longer narratives are not necessarily better. In fact, to-the-point, heavy-hitting concise statements may be ultimately more effective than something the insurance company perceives as
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Wrongful Death
Personal Injury Lawyers Share Experience Negotiating with Large Auto Insurance Companies
Our personal injury attorneys have negotiated a lot with insurance carriers throughout the past several years and we have gathered inside information on how each company values claims, what they each pay attention to, and how they negotiate. Each insurance company is different and has a distinct method in the way that their companies handle claims. Click on the links below for an analysis and tidbits of wisdom gained on the car insurance companies you might be faced with in
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death
Motor Vehicle Accidents Are Among Top Causes of Wrongful Deaths in North Carolina
Losing a loved one is always a traumatic experience. This is particularly true when the death is the unexpected result of another person’s negligent or malicious actions. In addition to the emotional turmoil, surviving family members often face financial hardship, medical bills, lost wages, and funeral costs. If your loved one was a victim of wrongful death, then you may be able to claim these damages from the liable party. However, proving negligence, liability and damages is a legally complicated
If you are a victim in a car crash, it is easy to become stressed and overwhelmed afterwards. Collisions can be traumatic events—especially if they result in serious injuries or fatalities. If you can remember the steps to take following an accident, you may be in a better position when it comes time to file claims against any of the negligent drivers involved. Should I contact a personal-injury lawyer? If you are suffering from serious injuries after a car crash,
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The Dangers and Liability Associated with Left Hand Turns
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about a one-third of collisions happen at intersections. Of these accidents, the single largest cause of collisions was vehicles making left turns. There are a number of reasons why a left-hand turn can be so dangerous and the laws that apply to turns at intersections can make resolving these claims even more difficult. Why Are Left Turns So Dangerous? First, usually when a vehicle is making a left turn, the driver is turning across
It may not be who you think. Naturally, one may assume that a driver who rear-ends another driver is at fault. Nevertheless, North Carolina law requires the certain circumstances to be considered in the liability analysis. The Reasonable Driver Assumption While the following motorist may assume that the preceding vehicle is being driven with care and caution, he must drive at an appropriate speed and must maintain an interval between the two vehicles as would enable him to avoid a
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements, The General Settlements
March 2021: Policy Limit Settlement Achieved Against The General for Motorcycle Accident
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a pre-trial policy limit settlement tender for our client against The General Automobile Insurance Services.
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North Carolina Crash Report Guide: How to Read Your NC Crash Report
If a police officer arrived at the scene of your accident, they will file a crash report known as Form DMV-349. Crash reports contain crucial details about an accident including insurance information, witness accounts, and a report of what happened and which driver was at fault for the collision. Because of all the information they contain, crash reports use numerical codes to describe the accident details. Below is a quick guide to decode the most important information on your NC
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Tractor-Trailer Accidents
What You Need to Know About Auto Accidents and Diminished Value
Do you know what diminished value is? One aspect of property damage claims that can be overlooked is that of Diminished Value or Diminution of Value of the vehicle. Diminished Value is the difference in the value of a vehicle after repairs have been made. Even with quality repairs, a vehicle may lose value on account of being in a car accident. So where do we go from here? When can I get compensated for Diminished Value and how do I show
AAA Settlements, Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
February 2021: Two Successful Settlements Achieved Against AAA Insurance
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm successfully negotiated and secured two pre-litigation settlements against AAA Insurance for our clients.
What does the insurance company have to pay? An insurance company’s obligation to pay a claim for damage to someone’s vehicle or property arises out of the insurance policy. On a typical claim, the insurance company will pay on behalf of their driver those amounts that the driver is responsible for. This may include towing fees, storage fees, loss of use, diminished value, repair costs, and/or the actual cash value of a vehicle deemed to be a total loss. What
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
What to Do If Your Vehicle Hydroplanes – Tips from a Car Accident Lawyer
Hydroplaning is a terrifying experience. Even safe driving can result in hydroplaning during bad weather conditions. Drivers often react hastily when they lose control of their vehicles, but this can be a fatal mistake. Motorists must know how to react when their vehicles hydroplane. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: Take your foot off the accelerator;Do not use your brakes heavily;And turn your steering wheel in the direction that you want to go. Hydroplaning is particularly common
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February 2021: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Travelers Insurance
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Travelers Insurance.
Auto Accidents, California, Car Accidents, North Carolina, Personal Injury
How Common Are Rear End Collisions?
A significant number of car accidents that we see each year in this state were rear-end crashes. This could be interpreted to mean that rear-end collisions are common and occur at an unfortunately high rate. When you are involved in this type of accident, having a lawyer on your side can allow you to focus on recovery instead of troublesome insurance companies. It is important to note that certain rear-end collision factors that can influence your case. Why a Rear-End
Auto Accidents, California, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, North Carolina, Personal Injury, Tractor-Trailer Accidents
What Questions Do Insurance Companies Ask After a Car Accident?
It is important to understand what questions insurance companies ask after a car wreck because until and unless you enlist the help of a car accident attorney, you will need to take steps to protect your own rights. Some of the most common questions insurance companies ask following an accident involve questions to help them determine liability or who is at fault, including, but not limited to: Who was involved in the accident? Was anyone else in the vehicle? Who
If you are injured in North Carolina in a car accident, the insurance company will be happy to deal with individuals who are not represented by at attorney. Some adjusters may offer a quick settlement and tell you that it is a good deal and that is all that you need. Some insurance companies may tell you they cannot go any higher and will not pay a penny more than what they are offering. Many adjusters tell unrepresented individuals to
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
Important Facts About North Carolina Car Accident Injury Claims
Important Facts About North Carolina Car Accident Injury Claims After you are injured in a car accident, many questions may come to mind, such as:“How will I pay for my medical care?”“Who pays for my car repairs or replacement?”“How do I get compensation from the person that caused the accident?”“What do I do next?”Taking the right steps can help increase your chances of compensation. You have three ways to proceed: You can let the insurance adjuster tell you the next
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Wrongful Death
North Carolina Car Accident Statistics
Here are some alarming statistics about car accidents on North Carolina’s roadways. North Carolina Car Accident Stats In 2019, there were 285,074 traffic crashes reported, nearly 25,000 than in 2018. (NCDOT)125,232 persons were injured, a 0.2 decrease from 2018. (NCDOT)Out of state drivers were involved in 6.8% of North Carolina car accidents in 2019. (NCDOT)72.7% of all crashes occurred between7:00 a.m. and 6:59 p.m. (NCDOT)In 2018, 19.2% of the crashes in North Carolina involved a driver that was distracted. (NCDOT)14.02
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
How Can I Negotiate With the Insurance Company for a Better Offer for My Car?
In a car accident, the at-fault insurance company may accept responsibility for the damage to your vehicle and make an offer to settle the property damage claim. You will almost always deal with an adjuster at the at-fault driver’s insurance company. An adjuster is the person the insurance company hired to review and negotiate your claim. Typically, part of the adjuster’s job is to try to minimize your claim in order to control costs for the company. After a liability
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, GEICO Settlements, Personal Injury, Pro Bono, Results, Settlements
December 2020: Successful Settlement Achieved Against GEICO in a Pro Bono Win
Tien Law Firm’s personal injury lawyers achieved a successful settlement against GEICO for a minor child that our firm represented pro bono.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Tractor-Trailer Accidents
Should I Sign the Medical Release Form After an Accident?
Our personal injury attorneys frequently get asked whether a claimant must sign the HIPAA or medical authorization for release form from the insurance company after an auto accident. After a car accident, an insurance adjuster will usually reach out to pressure claimants to sign a medical release form. A medical release form allows the insurance company to access your medical records. Typically, the medical release will specify which provider the insurance company can access records from and a date range
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
How to Get a Crash Report in North Carolina
Our car accident lawyer know that after a motor vehicle accident, a crash report can be crucial for showing who is at fault and for identifying witnesses. Our personal injury attorneys say that reporting an accident and getting a copy of the crash report is an important step in making sure that your car repairs and medical bills are covered. For more information on how car accident claimants can report a vehicle accident to the police and on what to
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October 2020: Successful Settlement Against Progressive
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Progressive.
Auto Accidents, California, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, North Carolina, Personal Injury
What to Expect at an Auto Accident Deposition
When you file a claim against another driver for damages that resulted from a car accident, you may need to appear at a deposition, mediation, and/or trial. What is a Deposition? A deposition is a legal proceeding, usually outside of the courtroom, where a party or witness is called in for questioning by a lawyer under oath. The questions and answers are recorded by a court reporter to be used later in court filings and trial. It is important to
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
September 2020: Successful Settlement Achieved Against National General
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm successfully negotiated and secured a settlement against National General for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
Should I See a Mental Health Counselor After a Car Accident in North Carolina?
Even the smallest car accident is a scary and unpleasant experience that can impact not only physical but mental health as well. Many people need medical treatment after an accident for muscle pain and joint sprains, but for some there can also be emotional stress and anxiety that persists and becomes a problem. Some people may have difficulty driving in a car again or even riding in a car with someone else after a traumatic accident. This can greatly hinder
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Progressive Settlements, Results, Settlements
August 2020: Successful Settlement Against Progressive
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Progressive.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
How to Avoid Going to Collections After an Auto Accident in North Carolina
As North Carolina personal injury attorneys, we often get asked how to avoid accident-related medical bills from going to collections. A motor vehicle accident is often followed by unexpected medical treatment and bills that you may be worried about paying for. Even a single emergency room visit after a smaller accident can be quite costly, and if the accident was more severe, the medical expenses can quickly add up. If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident that was
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
6 Steps to Take After an Auto Accident in North Carolina
1) Stop Your Vehicle It is important to stop and pull over after a car accident in North Carolina. It may be breaking the law to keep going. 2) Call the Police It will be important for your car accident claim that you have a crash report by the police department or NC State Highway Patrol. If you fail to notify the police to make a crash report, it can turn into a he-said-she-said match later. 3) Take Photos Property
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
July 2020: Policy Limit Settlement Achieved Against Southern General
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm negotiated and obtained a policy limit settlement tender for our client in a pre-trial resolution against Southern General.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2020: Policy Limit Settlement Achieved Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien has negotiated and obtained a policy limit settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Nationwide.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2020: Successful Settlement Against National General
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against National General.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, National General, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
April 2020: Two Successful Settlements Against National General
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained two settlements for our clients in pre-trial wins against National General.
Do you have Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD),also known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)? After the body suffers an injury or trauma, this neurological condition can develop and drastically change one’s life, by limiting one’s ability to use the affected limb and limiting one’s ability to perform basic tasks. The ability to complete routing activities of daily living may be lost or much more difficult. As a hallmark characterstic of RSD, we usually see a great loss of strength in the
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (“CRPS”), formerly known as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (“RSD”), is a chronic, painful, and disabling progressive disorder of the sympathetic nervous system. It affects one or more extremities, and most often occurs following trauma, such as a fracture or nerve damage to the affected extremity.[1] CRPS is characterized by excruciating pain that is disproportionate to the original injury, which continues long after the original injury has healed. See id. Additionally, CRPS causes vasomotor (relating to the constriction
A plan for individualized CRPS treatment usually includes a team of healthcare providers possibly including a combination of physical therapists, orthopaedic specialists, and/or neurologists. Since there is no cure for the syndrome, the medications prescribed are often the ones also used to treat other chronic pain conditions. The primary goal of treating CRPS is to restore functionality in the affected body area and relieve pain. This care normally includes physical and/or occupational therapy. Early treatment of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome is crucial
Medical literature defines Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, or Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, as a progressive pain syndrome, characterized by severe pain that can be burning, electrical like or shooting. Pain is centered around the site of injury. Other symptoms patients with CRPS/RSD experience can include muscle spasms or atrophy, stiff joints, a decrease in mobility of the affected region. There can be skin changes like color changes, increased sweating, temperature changes ( the area feels hot or cold) or swelling. Hair and
Obtain Your Highway Patrol Accident Report Tien Law Firm is a North Carolina personal injury law firm that helps individuals injured in car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, and pedestrian accidents. One of the first things you want to do after an accident is to obtain a copy of the crash report, which will list the names and contact information of the individuals involved, witnesses, estimate of the damage, and a diagram of the accident. You can also obtain your
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, North Carolina, Personal Injury
Injury Claim Calculators and Formulas to Determine Accident Settlement in North Carolina
Contrary to popular belief, there is no such thing as a standard multiplier type settlement formula. There is no magic equation such as “medical expenses times X.” We have heard on numerous occasions where accident victims were improperly advised by counsel that such a formula exists. Properly evaluating motor vehicle accidents and other personal injury cases is challenging. Our civil tort system requires juries to place a value on injury cases, but the dollar amount for any specific injury is
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
Whose Insurance Applies in Car Accidents with an Uber Driver?
In addition to traditional taxi services in North Carolina, Uber and Lyft are becoming increasingly popular methods of transportation, but what about injuries sustained as a passenger in Uber, can you sue Uber? Uber is a company that uses contractors, not employees, to provide a ride-sharing service by selecting your driver from reading written reviews from other riders. Uber drivers typically own the vehicle instead of Uber. So who is liable if there is a crash, the vehicle owner-driver or
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
March 2020: Two Successful Settlement Against Against Liberty Mutual
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Liberty Mutual.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Progressive Settlements, Results, Settlements
March 2020: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Progressive
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Progressive.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
Key Legal Issues in Cases Involving Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
We know several defense arguments that insurance companies and their defense counsel have used to try to devalue the claims of CRPS victims, and we are happy to share. Defense insurance adjusters and/or their legal counsel have made such arguments in CRPS cases: CRPS claimant’s symptoms were preexisting;CRPS symptoms were not related to the motor vehicle collision at issue;If a physical therapist first diagnoses a CRPS claimant with CRPS, then claimant must not really have CRPS because a physical therapist
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
North Carolina Medical Payments Coverage (MedPay) Rules
North Carolina automobile insurance policies must include several types of coverage such as underinsured motorist coverage and uninsured motorist coverage. An optional coverage, which most North Carolina car insurance policies have, is called medical payments coverage. It is often referred to as MedPay coverage. This insurance reimburses you for reasonable and necessary medical and funeral expenses resulting from a motor vehicle collision up to the policy limit, regardless of who was at fault. What you need to know about
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
Who Pays the Medical Bills After an Auto Accident in North Carolina?
After being involved in a car, truck, motorcycle accident, or a pedestrian accident, most people suffer injuries and seek medical treatment. Typically, this results in expensive medical bills that may need to be paid soon after the auto accident. How to Get Your Bills Paid After an Auto Accident Under North Carolina law, the at fault party’s insurance company should pay for reasonable medical expenses. Keep in mind, insurance companies do not play fair and they look for ways to
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
Think Twice Before Posting: Social Media Posts Can Damage Your Injury Case
If you are making a person injury claim due to the negligence of another, from pedestrian accidents, motor vehicle accidents, or any other type of personal injury claim, posting on social media can hurt your case. Insurance adjusters may seize a photo or post from your social media to dispute the severity of your injury and try to diminish the value of your claim. After filing a lawsuit in court, one of the first things a defense lawyer can do
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements, USAA Settlements
November 2019: Successful Settlement Achieved Against USAA
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Travelers Insurance.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
September 2019: Successful Settlement Against Liberty Mutual
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Liberty Mutual.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Litigation, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury, Tractor-Trailer Accidents
Litigation Review: State Farm Interrogatories
Sample interrogatories from State Farm in one of Tien Law Firm’s personal injury litigation cases, which resulted in a settlement offer from State Farm for our client on the eve of trial.Interrogatory No. 1: State your full name, current address and any and all other names which you have used or by which you have been known. Interrogatory No. 2: If you are or ever have been married, state the name of your spouse(s), the date(s) of the marriage(s), the manner in
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, GEICO Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
August 2019: Successful Settlement Achieved Against GEICO
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien successfully negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against GEICO for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
August 2019: Successful Settlement Against Discovery Insurance
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Discovery Insurance.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, GEICO Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
August 2019: Successful Settlement Achieved Against GEICO
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against GEICO.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
July 2019: Successful Settlement Against Universal Insurance Company
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Universal Insurance Company.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
July 2019: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce Tien Law Firm negotiated and obtained a successful settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Nationwide.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements, State Farm Settlements
July 2019: Successful Settlement Achieved Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien successfully negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against Progressive for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
July 2019: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Ohio Security Insurance
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien successfully negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against Ohio Security Insurance for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, GEICO Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2019: Successful Policy Limit Settlement Achieved Against GECIO
We are pleased to announce Tien Law Firm has successfully negotiated and secured a pre-litigation policy limit settlement tender against GEICO for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2019: Pre-Litigation Settlement Achieved Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement for one of our returning clients against Nationwide.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements, State Farm Settlements
May 2019: Two Successful Settlements Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained two settlements for our clients in a pre-trial wins against State Farm.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements, State Farm Settlements
February 2019: Successful Settlement Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against State Farm.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
How to Read a North Carolina Crash Report
Your North Carolina crash report is a key document and very important to your injury claim. If you were in a collision and need help understanding your crash report, you should call a North Carolina personal injury lawyer. You can also use Tien Law Firm’s NC DMV 349 key to decode your crash report. Information Included in the Crash Report Usually, the crash report will list a description of the vehicles and parties involved in the collision, the location of
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
Should I Report a Motor Vehicle Accident in North Carolina?
The short answer is yes. Never try to base the answer on your perceived property loss or injuries at the time. In some seemingly minor auto accidents in North Carolina, the parties may decide not to contact the police for a crash report, but later some individuals may find their damages to be more than expected, their pain and injuries to be more severe than initially thought, and liability may subsequently be disputed between the parties. Following a vehicle collision,
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
How to Get Help with a Personal Injury Case Without Paying a NC Personal Injury Attorney Upfront
After being injured in an accident, many people are unfamiliar with the process to seek compensation for their injuries and do not know the steps that should be taken to preserve their claim. The time following a personal injury accident can be very stressful. Often, victims have been out of work due to their injuries, bills being to accumulate, and large financial decision need to be made, such as what to do about the medical bills and car repair costs,
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
How Long Will a Personal Injury Settlement or Claim Take in North Carolina?
The length of a personal injury case depends on several factors, and will be different for each case. The best way to answer the question is to describe the events that must occur before the claim can be resolved. There are several stages of a personal injury claim leading to the conclusion of the case. The first stage depends on the time that it takes my clients to recover from their injuries. The end of this stage is reached when
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
What if the Other Driver is Lying About the Accident?
We hear this from clients often, and you may be surprised how often this comes up, that a party to a collision with make conflicting statements to insurance companies about the details of the collision. If you were in a car accident, unless you have verifiable witnesses, it will be your word against the other driver’s. The Police Officer’s Narrative & Opinion Regarding Fault Police officers often make statements in the narrative on the crash report that influence whether an
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
How Much is My Personal Injury Case Worth: How to Estimate What an Injury Claim is Worth
How much a claim is worth will depend upon the specific facts of the case and will be different for each client. Having a skilled personal injury attorney review the case and negotiate on your behalf in order to present your case in the most favorable way, can greatly enhance your settlement offers and the value of your claim. How Are Personal Injury Claims Valued? How much your claim will be valued at depends on several factors, including but not
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
Should I Give a Recorded Statement to the Insurance Company Adjuster After an Accident?
Perhaps you have received a friendly call from a claims adjuster requesting a recorded statement regarding how the accident occurred and the type of injuries sustained. Often, the adjuster will make it seem that such a statement is standard procedure and is required. This is false. Other times, the adjuster tells you that they cannot process your claim without the statement. This is also false. In general, you should never give a recorded statement to the insurance company or
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
Property Damage to Vehicles in North Carolina: Where to Begin
If you were involved in a car accident or automobile wreck that was not your fault, you should contact the insurance company of the at-fault driver to report a claim. You may also have insurance coverage that you can collect under, and therefore you should report the claim to your insurance company as well. Contact Information for the At-Fault Driver’s Insurance Company Whether your automobile accident was investigated by the Police Department or NC State Highway Patrol, the investigating officer
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
Should I Sign the Medical Authorization Release Form From the Auto Insurance Company?
After you make an insurance claim, whether you were involved in an auto accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, or other accident that results in injury, an insurance adjuster will be assigned to your case. Their job is to investigate the claim, determine whether you should be paid for your injuries, and negotiate a settlement with you. It is crucial to remember that the insurance adjuster’s primary role is to save the insurance company as much money as possible. Therefore, you
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
October 2018: Three Successful Settlements Achieved Against American Century Casualty Company
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained three settlements for our clients against American Century Casualty Company.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
October 2018: Successful Settlement Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Nationwide.
The total loss check will be issued to the owner of the totaled vehicle if the car has been paid off and the owner holds the title, meaning that there is no remaining loan payment for the car. If, however, the vehicle is being financed, the insurance company will have to determine the pay off amount of the vehicle. If the total loss settlement exceeds the pay off value, the insurance company will generally issue one check for the amount
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
AAJ Article Exposes Insurance Adjusters for Delaying and Denying Claims to Win Prizes
The American Association for Justice (AAJ) has exposed some of the most underhanded ways insurance companies attempt to make money at the expense of victims in a publication called Tricks of the Trade: How Insurance Companies Deny, Delay, Confuse and Refuse. According to the AAJ, insurance companies have trillions of dollars in assets, pay their CEOs more than in any other industry, enjoy average profits of over $30 billion a year, deny valid claims to boost their bottom lines, and
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
Whether to Seek Medical Treatment After an Auto Accident
Our personal injury lawyers relay that it is crucial for an injury claim to be documented and supported by medical records. Even if you do not feel hurt, you need to get checked out. It is extremely common to not feel any pain for the first few days after the car accident, only for the pain to set in at a later point. If you did not get checked immediately after the accident, the insurance company may argue that you
Generally, the rental vehicle provided to you should be comparable to the vehicle that was damaged, but the rental company’s inventory at the time is usually taken into account. Before obtaining the rental car, it is wise to first contact the insurance company to ensure that they will pay for the cost of the rental car. Usually, insurance companies can quickly make a rental car reservation for you. Rental Cars for a Total Loss Claim If your vehicle is totaled,
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal Injury
North Carolina Property Damage Claims
In most cases, you should feel free to handle your property damage claim yourself. After you car is appraised, the insurance company will let you know if the car is considered a total loss or if it can be repaired. A motor vehicle is considered repairable if the cost of the repairs and supplemental claims (e.g., rental car expense, towing fees, and storage fees) are less than 75% of the fair market value of the vehicle prior to the accident.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
Tips for Negotiating with the Insurance Company After an Accident
Shortly after a car accident, truck accident, or motorcycle accident, you should be contacted by an adjuster from your insurance company, from the other driver’s insurance company, or both. The way that you respond to the adjusters’ questions is crucial to preserving your rights and trying to get the most possible for your claim. Below are a few tips to keep in mind when negotiating your claim with insurance companies. 1) The Adjuster for the Other Driver’s Insurance Company Is
Delay is a Common Insurance Tactic Once your claim is filed, you will usually be assigned an insurance adjuster who is responsible for all of the preliminary matters. Sometimes the insurance company will contact you immediately because they want to get fact-specific statements from you about how the accident occurred (in hopes they can find some way to deny the claim), and then they may tell you that they will send someone out to inspect your vehicle, but they may
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Personal Injury
Using Private Health Insurance for Auto Accident Treatment
Naturally, you would expect the at-fault party’s insurance company to promptly pay your medical expenses, but this is usually not the case. First, insurance companies do not pay the medical bills while treatment is ongoing, which can lead to bad credit from the bills being sent to collections. If they agree to pay for your medical bills, payment will not be made until your doctors appointments, surgeries, chiropractic treatment, physical therapy, or other treatment is complete. Second, after you have
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2018: Successful Settlement Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Nationwide.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2018: Successful Settlement Against Electric Insurance
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Electric Insurance.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
May 2018: Successful Settlement Against National General
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against National General.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
May 2018: Successful Settlement Against USAA
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against USAA.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
May 2018: Successful Settlement Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against State Farm.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Litigation, North Carolina, Plaintiff's Counsel Wins, Results, Settlements, State Farm Settlements
May 2018: Tien Law Firm Secures Settlement for a Minor Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm secured a personal injury settlement against State Farm for our client who is a minor that suffered a brain injury from a car crash. The settlement was approved in Superior Court in Wake County, North Carolina. Our client was a passenger in a vehicle that was had a collision on Oak Park Road in Raleigh from St. Files Street towards Lancaster Drive.Sonya Tien represented the Minor Plaintiff. Defense counsel for State
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
April 2018: Successful Settlement Against Progressive
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Progressive.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
March 2018: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Allstate
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien successfully negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against Allstate for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
March 2018: Successful Settlement Against North Carolina Farm Bureau
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against North Carolina Farm Bureau.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
March 2018: Successful Settlement Against North Carolina Farm Bureau
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against North Carolina Farm Bureau.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
March 2018: Successful Settlement Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against State Farm.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
March 2018: Successful Settlement Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Nationwide.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
March 2018: Successful Settlement Against Allstate
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Allstate.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
March 2018: Successful Settlement Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Nationwide.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
February 2018: Successful Settlement Against Allstate
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Allstate.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
February 2018: Successful Settlement Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against State Farm.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
February 2018: Successful Settlement Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against State Farm.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
February 2018: Two Successful Settlements Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has secured two settlements for our clients in pre-trial wins against Nationwide.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
January 2018: Two Successful Settlements Achieved Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien successfully negotiated and secured two settlements from Nationwide for a pre-litigation victory for our clients.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
January 2018: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Amica Mutual Insurance Company
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Amica Mutual Insurance Company.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
December 2017: Successful Settlement Achieved Against MetLife
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien successfully negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against MetLife for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
December 2017: Successful Settlement Against Progressive
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Progressive.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
December 2017: Successful Settlement Achieved Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien successfully negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against State Farm for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
November 2017: Two Successful Settlement Against Dairyland Insurance
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained two settlements for our clients in pre-trial wins against Dairyland Insurance.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
October 2017: Successful Settlement Against Country Financial
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Country Financial.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
October 2017: Successful Settlement Achieved Against Progressive
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Progressive.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
August 2017: Successful Settlement Achieved Against USAA
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien successfully negotiated and secured a pre-litigation settlement against USAA for our client.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
August 2017: Successful Settlement Against USAA
We are pleased to announce that civil litigator Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against USAA.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
August 2017: Successful Settlement Against MetLife
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against MetLife.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
August 2017: Successful Settlement Achieved Against State Farm
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against State Farm.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, North Carolina, Personal Injury, Results, Settlements, USAA Settlements
August 2017: Pre-litigation Settlement Obtained Against USAA for Car Accident Claim Involving Dental Injury Including the Cost of Future Treatment
We are pleased to announce a successful pre-litigation car accident settlement obtained against USAA for one of our clients who sustained a dental injury in a motor vehicle accident. The collision occurred in Wake County near I-40 at Gorman Street, near downtown Raleigh and North Carolina State University. The negotiated settlement included the cost of future medical treatment for our client, which she was very happy about. Sonya Tien obtained the legal victory in the matter for our client!
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2017: Successful Settlement Against Progressive
We are pleased to announce that personal injury attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Progressive.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2017: Successful Settlement Against Atlantic Casualty.
We are pleased to announce that litigation attorney Sonya Tien negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Atlantic Casualty.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2017: Successful Settlement Against Allstate
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Allstate.
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Litigation, Personal Injury, Plaintiff's Counsel Wins, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements, State Farm Settlements
June 2017: Successful Pre-Trial Settlement Obtained Against State Farm on Eve of Trial
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm achieved a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against State Farm in a car accident involving permanent injury that occurred on Ten Ten Road in Cary, Wake County, North Carolina coming from Holly Springs Road going towards Churchill Falls Place. After rounds of discovery, driver and expert depositions, mediation, and full trial preparation, State Farm increased their offer to our client again, on the eve of trial, and our
Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Firm News, Nationwide Settlements, Personal Injury, Pre-Trial Wins, Results, Settlements
June 2017: Successful Settlement Against Nationwide
We are pleased to announce that Tien Law Firm has negotiated and obtained a settlement for our client in a pre-trial win against Nationwide.