Went to mediation and came to agreement for Hubby's claims. The paper that he signed said that payment has to be made within 10 days. It's been 5 weeks now and lawyer still has NOT gotten check from insurance company. I want to light a fire under their butts to get this settlement check. But I don't want to be pushy either. Shouldn't there be some sort of penalty because they (the other party) didn't hold up their end of the agreement? I know I should be asking my attorney, I tried but I've been waiting since Wed. to hear back from him so I can talk to him personally. Why is this taking so long? And is this even legal??
2007-12-09 09:29:42 · 3 answers · asked by fiestyredhead 6 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Insurance & Registration
If it was stipulated that they pay within a certain time frame and have not, they are in violation of the agreement. Call the company that is to issue payment and tell them you have contacted the Insurance Commissioner of your state and then do just that. They have the wood to build the fire needed to get them off their butts. Good luck
2007-12-09 09:53:55 · answer #1 · answered by Otto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have a lawyer - if you contact the insurance company directly they will not speak with you. They are not allowed to speak with you with out your attorney's permission.
Therefore, you can not "light a fire under their butts". Your attorney has to contact them.
The only thing you can do is make an appointment to see your attorney. You are paying him 1/3-1/2 + expenses from your settlement - might as well make him earn it.
** not legal advice **
2007-12-09 19:11:41 · answer #2 · answered by Boots 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you have hired an attorney to represent you in these matters, that is the person you should contact with any questions, not us.
2007-12-09 18:56:27 · answer #3 · answered by oklatom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋