littlefish
Junior Member
What is the name of your state? Virginia
On 10-18-06 my car was rear-ended in North Carolina as we were yielding from the off ramp. My husband was driving - we were both belted, and we are VA residents. The impact caused me to go forward, then backward slamming against the headrest, then forward again. My head felt as if it were on fire and I felt the contents of my head slam against the back of my forehead. The lady that hit us asked me if I was hurt, at which I exclaimed that my head was on fire and I was afraid. She said she was sorry and claimed to not have insurance. She offered us $300 to leave, at which I responded - are you crazy? Then she offered $500 and would repair the bumper since she owned a dealership. I then told her that leaving the scene of an accident is a crime and we will do no such thing. I called 911 to report it, and left with an Exchange Slip. I contacted our agent to report it, and was advised to fax them a copy of the Exchange Slip and to call them if I do not hear from the other driver's Insurance Company. They also advised me to be examined just in case. I went to the hospital and was x-rayed which showed a mild sprain. I have supplied the other driver's agent with medical records pertaining to the accident, and all medical bills. The agent for the other driver sent me a Release of All Claims form, however after reading the legal verbage, thought it best not to sign. I called my agent and he advised me not to sign and call an attorney. Soon after the accident I developed an intense ringing in my ears. This ringing cannot be masked and has prevented me from having a good night's sleep. The ringing changes frequencies at random. I cannot afford an attorney, cannot sign the Release of All Claims and do not know what to do. The other driver's agent has paid for car repair and rental. The Release states they will pay the medical bills. There is nothing for my time away from running my business, nothing for any present or future medical problems. I did see an E.N.T. and was told I have hearing loss in both ears, however would have to seek physical therapy or chiropractic care to determine if the ringing is a result of the accident. All I know is that I slept like a baby before the accident, now I am lucky if I get 4 hours. Be advised the 4 hours is not all at one time. My nerves are shot, and I find myself crying over little or nothing these days. Can any of you instruct me as to how to respond to the Release of All Claims form? - Thank youWhat is the name of your state?
On 10-18-06 my car was rear-ended in North Carolina as we were yielding from the off ramp. My husband was driving - we were both belted, and we are VA residents. The impact caused me to go forward, then backward slamming against the headrest, then forward again. My head felt as if it were on fire and I felt the contents of my head slam against the back of my forehead. The lady that hit us asked me if I was hurt, at which I exclaimed that my head was on fire and I was afraid. She said she was sorry and claimed to not have insurance. She offered us $300 to leave, at which I responded - are you crazy? Then she offered $500 and would repair the bumper since she owned a dealership. I then told her that leaving the scene of an accident is a crime and we will do no such thing. I called 911 to report it, and left with an Exchange Slip. I contacted our agent to report it, and was advised to fax them a copy of the Exchange Slip and to call them if I do not hear from the other driver's Insurance Company. They also advised me to be examined just in case. I went to the hospital and was x-rayed which showed a mild sprain. I have supplied the other driver's agent with medical records pertaining to the accident, and all medical bills. The agent for the other driver sent me a Release of All Claims form, however after reading the legal verbage, thought it best not to sign. I called my agent and he advised me not to sign and call an attorney. Soon after the accident I developed an intense ringing in my ears. This ringing cannot be masked and has prevented me from having a good night's sleep. The ringing changes frequencies at random. I cannot afford an attorney, cannot sign the Release of All Claims and do not know what to do. The other driver's agent has paid for car repair and rental. The Release states they will pay the medical bills. There is nothing for my time away from running my business, nothing for any present or future medical problems. I did see an E.N.T. and was told I have hearing loss in both ears, however would have to seek physical therapy or chiropractic care to determine if the ringing is a result of the accident. All I know is that I slept like a baby before the accident, now I am lucky if I get 4 hours. Be advised the 4 hours is not all at one time. My nerves are shot, and I find myself crying over little or nothing these days. Can any of you instruct me as to how to respond to the Release of All Claims form? - Thank youWhat is the name of your state?