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Bad Faith

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Dishonest or unfair conduct by an insurance company in handling claims, such as unreasonably denying valid claims or delaying payments.

In Personal Injury Cases

If your insurance company acts in bad faith, you may have grounds for a separate bad faith lawsuit, which can result in additional damages beyond your original claim.

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Claims Adjuster

An insurance company employee who investigates claims, evaluates damages, and determines how much the insurance company should pay.

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