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Critical Timelines if you were injured in motor vehicle accident.
Notify your insurer of your intention to apply for accident benefits within 7 days
Submit your Accident Benefits Application Package within 30 days
You have 120 days from date of accident to notify of intention to sue.
The Application Process
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Choose your personal injury lawyer |
Comply with insurer's requirements for examination under oath if required.
A personal injury lawyer is absolutely essential at this stage to protect your interests.
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Notify your insurer |
With few exceptions, this must be done within seven days of the accident.
Oatley, Vigmond's Accident Benefits Coordinator will notify your insurer for you. |
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Receive package |
Oatley, Vigmond will provide you with an Accident Benefits Application Package. |
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Complete application |
Complete the application for accident benefits within thirty days after receipt.
At Oatley, Vigmond, our Accident Benefits Coordinators are happy to assist with this complex paperwork. |
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Await confirmation |
Await confirmation of application completion. If application is incomplete, insurer must notify you within fourteen days.
Oatley, Vigmond will act on your behalf should issues arise with your insurer. |