Insurance Companies and Their Duty to Act in Good Faith

When people are injured in an accident, they should be able to count on insurance to provide the care and compensation that has been promised. Insurance companies in the U.S. are bound by a duty to act in good faith. This means, they enter contracts with their clients in a sincere and honest manner, and they promise and intend to provide compensation in the event of an accident, as long as the client pays the policy premium in return. When the insurance company refuses to uphold its end of the agreement even though all the requirements have been met, this could be considered acting in bad faith, which is against the law. Insurance companies can be held responsible for this behavior and be made to provide the compensation they owe victims.

Have You Been Denied An Insurance Claim? Is Insurance Delaying Your Payment?

If you've been denied an insurance claim or the insurance company is delaying your payment, you should to speak with an insurance claim attorney  as soon as possible. Contact us online or call our Charleston, South Carolina office directly at 843.488.2359 to schedule your consultation. We are also able to meet clients at our Conway, Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet, Mt. PleasantNorth Myrtle Beach or North Charleston office locations.

 

Dirk J. Derrick
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South Carolina Lawyer Dirk Derrick helps victims recover from car accidents, personal injury & wrongful death.