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Partly at fault in North Carolina? Why your claim was denied
A short explainer on North Carolina's contributory negligence rule, who has to prove fault, the last clear chance exception, and how your own collision coverage can still help.
This short video is a summary of our explainer Claim Denied in North Carolina Because You Were Partly at Fault? How Contributory Negligence Works, which covers the details, the steps to take, and how auto insurance typically handles it.
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Car accident claim denied in North Carolina because you were partly at fault? North Carolina uses contributory negligence. If you helped cause the crash, even slightly, you may not collect from the other driver's insurer. But the other side must prove your fault, and exceptions like last clear chance can apply. Your own collision coverage can still pay for your car, minus the deductible. Get the denial in writing. Compare free quotes at autoinsurancebundle.pro.
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