Law office of Craig Wilkerson - January/February 2020

When It’s Time to Fight Don’t Take Denial for an Answer

only been added to her policy 10 weeks prior, the insurance company explained. Of course, they were absolutely right about the date — it was on Nov. 12, 2008, the date of his birth. Sadly, Julie’s story is one of many examples of insurance companies denying claims for ridiculous reasons. These companies look for any loophole or technicality to get out of paying up, and it happens more than anyone would like to think. Insurance companies use a range of tactics to reduce how much they’ll have to pay, hoping you’ll give up when your claim is denied. But when these tactics cross the line, the insurance company risks breaking the law. Acting on Bad Faith When an insurance company denies a legitimate claim, delays payments, ignores vital medical information, or uses other tactics to avoid paying your claim, they may be guilty of acting on bad faith. Under South Carolina law, injured

consumers can file a bad faith lawsuit against the insurance company to recover damages. By filing this lawsuit, you are holding them accountable for their unfair consumer practices. If you win your case, the insurance company may have to pay damages in excess of insurance policy limits. Bad faith damages include consequential damages, attorneys fees, and punitive damages. Trustworthy Representation If you believe your insurance claim was unfairly denied by your insurance company or if you’re simply getting the runaround, it is important to speak to one of our experienced South Carolina bad faith insurance attorneys today. Your insurance company may be in breach of contract, acting in bad faith. At the Law Offices of F. Craig Wilkerson, we believe in holdingunethical insurance companies accountable for unfairly denying accident claims. Call us today for a free case evaluation.

When coverage for her 10-week-old son’s open- heart surgery was denied, Julie Kehm was told it was because he had a preexisting condition. He’d

Simple Pancakes From Scratch

Inspired by The New York Times

Ingredients

● 2 cups all-purpose flour

2 eggs

● 2 tsp baking powder

1 3/4 cups milk

● 1/4 tsp salt

Unsalted butter or canola oil, to grease skillet

● 1 tbsp sugar, optional

Directions

1.

Heat a griddle or skillet to medium-low.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients (including sugar if you like a sweeter pancake). In a separate bowl, beat eggs into milk. Gently stir the liquid ingredients into the dry ones. Mix only until flour is moistened. Clumps are fine. 3. Add some butter or oil to the skillet. If the butter foams or oil shimmers, the temperature is correct. Pour in a pancake of any size, cooking until bubbles form, about 2–4 minutes.

Puzzle Time

4. Flip and cook other side for 2–4 minutes. Serve warm.

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