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Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 7:18 pm
by Forestgal
After really struggling with the insurance company over my claim for Jed's poisoning, I've finally gotten a settlement figure. They're going to pay the maximum for Jed's long-term care. My actual expenses for Jed, which included 2 nights' hotel stay, came to ~$8700. I'd included in my statement small expenses for food, gas & mileage, (about $150) which they didn't even discuss. That's okay. Add to the $8700 another $2064 which is the estimate for his long-term care & we're at ~$10,771. They're going to pay ~$10,950. That includes my net per diem rate for the day I had to take off.

I'd say that I'm pretty happy with this. :)

The company's mailing me a release, which I ought to have by the end of next week.

While it will never give me back the past 4 weeks, it'll take care of the real bills and give me a bit of savings for anything that might come up in the next few months with Jed, which according to the vet, is about a 15% probability. He's had absolutely no issues since coming home.

This chapter of the nightmare is almost over.

Thanks for your support, everyone.

Laura -- and Jed

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 7:20 pm
by sharon
Good deal, Laura! And glad our Jed is doing ok.

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 7:31 pm
by mitch5252
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Dear Laura and Jed,

YIPPEE! That is great news, but most importantly, Jed, you're gonna be okay!!!

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Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 7:33 pm
by Nasoosie
YAHOOOOO!!!!!!!

What wonderful news, Laura!! I am so happy for both you and Jed! That news makes my day after a somewhat grey, rainy, depressing week!

Hugs to you and Jed from me, and licks for Jed from Molly!

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 7:44 pm
by avalen
that is good news, I would worry his long term care could exceed the limit
they gave you and I will pray that it doesn't. Total relief they paid what they
did and that Jed is recooperating nicely.

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 8:36 pm
by Bethers
Believe me, they're thrilled that you settled for this - as they know there can still be more bills in the future. Good job on your part not letting them make you settle for less - and I hope that park fires the manager that caused all this heartache.

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 8:50 pm
by retiredhappy
Laura, am so glad for you. Am even happier to hear that Jed is his old self. It is scary how much they mean to us, isn't it?

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 8:55 pm
by VickieP
Laura & Jed, so glad that things have worked out and the money is there for Jed's future care.

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 8:56 pm
by BirdbyBird
Wow, that is great news....relief I am sure and energy can now be spent on the kids/teaching and spending time with your buddy!

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 9:08 pm
by mitch5252
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Extra money?
Jed, pal...yooz gonna have some extra bread, man?

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Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 9:40 pm
by Rufflesgurl
So happy to hear that Jed will be back to his normal self soon!!

Linda

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2009 9:52 pm
by Barbzeee
Congradulations...as think people that lost their fur babies to bad food...just about got med expense.. Shame Jed had to go through some jerks irresponsible act.. Now look on the brighter side..He's still with you to return love and affection.. That's the best of the best ! Hug him for all of us


God Bless
Zeee....

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Sat Oct 31, 2009 7:06 am
by carold
That's terrific, Laura. While no amount of money can really compensate for what you and Jed had to go thru, it's wonderful that you don't have to worry about paying the bill for it. Looking forward to hearing of good adventures from you and Jed. :D carold

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Sat Oct 31, 2009 9:27 am
by Cedar518
WHEW! I'm thrilled for you and Jed! :D

Re: Persistence Paid Off!

PostPosted: Sat Oct 31, 2009 11:16 am
by JanetA
Halleluiahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

hugs to you both! ! ! !