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Are cash settlements typical for a minor car accident with no injuries?
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∙ 15y ago
Sometimes these cash settlements are used to avoid insurance premiums being raised because of submitting a claim. But that defeats the reasons why we have insurance int he first place. In lots of cases, a minor dent (in the more recent cars) can cause thousands of dollars of repair just in labor alone - most people I know, including myself, cannot fork out that kind of cash at once - I would submit the claim to insurance, and even if my rates went up, it certainly would not equal what was being paid out for a claim.
Many times, even the gentlest "bump" can cause a tremendous amount of damage to other components in cars these days ... problems that may not creep up for up to a year, but will have been directly caused by that innocent "bump" that you got $5 for from the other party. Force the claim to be filed ... if there is other related damage farther down the road in time, you'll still be covered and won't have to worry about contacting (again) the person who hit you in the first place ... they may deny that they have even met you or had an accident - then you are out the money from your own pocket and have to get the repairs done yourself. Always, file an insurance claim, no matter how little damage is showing - and always call the police and have a report filed.
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Are minor children entitled to compensation in an accident?
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What is typical amount for auto accident settlement with minor injury?
The amount typical is commensurate to the actual damages and accompanying losses incurred by the claimant.
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A fender bender is a minor accident.
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Medical clinics are able to handle minor injuries such as broken bones, or cuts that may require stitches. If one has a major injury or has been involved in a car accident then a hospital would be better suited to handle the injuries.
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Sam and Frank were involved in a car accident on Dayton Street. Sam sustained minor injuries, while Frank had to be taken to the hospital for further treatment. The authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
Are all injuries emergencies?
No. Some injuries are simply minor ones.
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He has posted on Facebook since the accident. The extent of his injuries are not known, but they appear to have been minor.
