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What is the primary purpose of the settlement process?
What is the primary purpose of the settlement process?
- To initiate a lawsuit
- To close and distribute a case (correct)
- To investigate a claim
- To negotiate attorney fees
Which document outlines the terms of the settlement agreement from the defendant’s insurance?
Which document outlines the terms of the settlement agreement from the defendant’s insurance?
- Declaration Page
- Settlement Check
- Settlement Letter (correct)
- Bodily Injury Release Form
Why are Bodily Injury (BI) Release Forms important?
Why are Bodily Injury (BI) Release Forms important?
- They outline the policy coverage limits
- They confirm the plaintiff’s acceptance of the settlement amount (correct)
- They list the defendant’s assets
- They detail the medical expenses covered
What does an affidavit waiver for asset search do?
What does an affidavit waiver for asset search do?
What information do the declaration pages from the defendant’s insurance provide?
What information do the declaration pages from the defendant’s insurance provide?
Which document needs to be double-checked for accuracy in settlement terms?
Which document needs to be double-checked for accuracy in settlement terms?
When should Medi-Cal final liens be requested ?
When should Medi-Cal final liens be requested ?
What should always be obtained from the defendant’s insurance?
What should always be obtained from the defendant’s insurance?
What is a critical task to ensure the successful conclusion of a case?
What is a critical task to ensure the successful conclusion of a case?
Which system is recommended for tracking tasks and document management?
Which system is recommended for tracking tasks and document management?