How do I file a lawsuit against an insurance company?

Filing a lawsuit against an insurance company in Indiana can be done by filing a petition in a county court. Before filing a lawsuit, it is important to contact an attorney who has experience in insurance law. An attorney can review the situation and advise on possible courses of action. Once the decision to file a lawsuit is made, the Indiana Rules of Trial Procedure will dictate the specifics and filing process. A petition must be filed in a county court, the proper defendant or defendants must be named, the petition must detail all claims and facts that the plaintiff (the person filing the lawsuit) is suing for, as well as be served on the defendant or defendants. Once the defendant or defendants are served with the lawsuit, a response must be filed within the timeframe specified by Indiana Rules of Trial Procedure. The defendant will then need to file an answer to the claims made in the petition. Following this, both parties will exchange evidence in the forms of discovery documents. The case will eventually proceed to trial or be settled out of court. An experienced attorney will be able to aid their client in navigating the process of filing a lawsuit against an insurance company in Indiana.

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