Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims

Coverage you paid for. Protection you deserve.

Coverage you paid for. Protection you deserve.

When the at fault driver has no insurance or not enough insurance, your own policy may be the safety net that keeps your recovery on track. Uninsured Motorist and Underinsured Motorist coverage, often called UM and UIM, can pay for medical care, lost income, and other losses when the responsible driver cannot. Carma Legal reviews your policies, meets notice requirements, preserves evidence, and pursues every available dollar in Nevada and North Carolina.

Why choose Carma Legal for UM and UIM claims

Attorney led review of policies and endorsements

We examine declarations pages, endorsements, stacking rules, offsets, and exclusions so nothing gets missed.

Early compliance with deadlines

UM and UIM claims often have contract based notice and proof requirements. We handle them from day one.

Complete damages model

We document current treatment, future care, wage loss, and the human impact of the collision to support full valuation.

Leverage through preparation

Strong files make low valuation harder to defend. If negotiations stall, we are ready to litigate coverage and value disputes.

Transparent communication

Plain language updates and a clear plan you can follow.

How UM and UIM coverage works

Uninsured Motorist

Applies when the at fault driver has no liability insurance or in many hit and run situations. Your UM coverage can step in as if it were the other driver’s policy, subject to your limits and contract terms.

Underinsured Motorist

Applies when the at fault driver’s liability limits are too low to cover your losses. After exhausting the liability policy, your UIM may pay the difference up to your own limits, subject to offsets and policy conditions.

Multiple policies and stacking

Household members, resident relatives, and multiple vehicles can create additional layers of coverage. Whether stacking is allowed depends on policy language and state law. We analyze all potential sources.

Consent to settle and subrogation

Some policies require written consent before you settle with the at fault carrier. We manage consent and protect your right to pursue UIM benefits.

Evidence we gather to prove and value your claim

Common insurer issues we anticipate and counter

We document facts, build timelines, and cite the controlling contract language to keep your claim moving.

Our process

Coverage audit

Collect and review all auto policies, endorsements, and correspondence for you and qualifying household members.

Notice and preservation

Provide timely notice to carriers, handle consent to settle when required, and send preservation letters for key evidence.

Liability and causation buildout

Establish fault and medical causation with records, imaging, and expert support where appropriate.

Damages development

Calculate medical expenses, future care, wage loss, reduced earning capacity, and human losses with supporting documentation.

Negotiation and valuation

Present a clear, supported demand to each carrier. Address offsets, credits, and policy limits with precision.

Litigation when required

File suit on coverage or value disputes and move the case forward with depositions, motions, and trial preparation.

Frequently asked questions
Will using my UM or UIM raise my premiums?
Many carriers do not raise rates for not at fault UM or UIM claims, although practices vary. We discuss the considerations so you can decide with full information.
Often yes, with proper sequencing. We coordinate liability settlements, consent requirements, and UIM demands to protect your benefits.
UM often applies in hit and run cases. We document the incident, seek video and witness proof, and pursue benefits under your policy.
You may still qualify under your own policy or a household member’s policy. We review all avenues.
? Strict deadlines apply under both state law and your insurance contract. Contact us quickly so your rights and benefits are preserved.
Personal injury matters are typically contingency based. You pay no attorney fee unless compensation is recovered. All terms are provided in writing.
Why clients choose Carma Legal