Monday, 13 October 2008

  • Liars, Crooks & Thieves



         
    Insurance companies are the bane of my existence lately.  I forgot to tell you guys that my car was in the shop again a few weeks ago.  Honda of Hollywood took care of it and picked up the rental bill, but this continues to be a nightmare.  The girl who hit me had Safeco as her insurance company and they've gone up to $1500 to settle my injuries, but I've got a couple of years to decide what to do and I still need to find a decent lawyer.  I'm also fighting with Aetna, my health insurance company, over confusing verbiage on their archaic website that I use to order my asthma inhalers.  The inhalers were late.  Not good timing, especially since I developed a lung infection last week, exacerbated  by the temperature shifts we had here last weekend.  The fires that are burning 20 miles north of here aren't helping my lungs either.  Hopefully the fires won't get as bad as last year.   And finally, as I was writing this post I got an email from my property management company regarding another home I own and rent out.  The tenants weren't paying their rent and were evicted, but it looks like they took some souvenirs with them.  Namely, the refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer and living room carpet!!!!  Now I have another insurance company to call tomorrow!  As the global economy continues to worsen, I only hope that three weeks from tomorrow will signal a shift in a government that is no longer of the people, by the people and for the people, and President Obama will usher in a new era where corporate greed is punished and America can start to rebuild its tattered reputation.  At any rate, things could be a lot worse.  I'm pretty good at getting what I want, and this too shall pass!

    Claim # 484504363007
    3 messages
    From: TWITCHELL, STEPHANIE L Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 11:11 AM
    To: Carey Anthony

    Carey,

    I would like to follow up with you in regards to my offer of $1,300 .  Please contact me as soon as possible to discuss settlement.

    For your protection, the State of California has a two-year Statute of Limitations for bodily injury claims.  This means you must either settle your claim or file a lawsuit within two years of the date of your accident in order to protect your right to recover damages.

    Thank you

    Stephanie Twitchell
    Claims

    From: Carey Anthony Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 12:39 PM
    To: "TWITCHELL, STEPHANIE L"
    Stephanie,

    That offer is not even close to what I'm entitled for this nightmare.  I don't think I will ever be the same.  Oh, and my car was just BACK in the shop AGAIN (for the 3rd time, after the four months it took to repair!!!).  You and I both know the car should have been totaled.  Corporate greed prevented that, and now look how much you're company is spending.

    I'm expecting an offer of $10,000 and I'm told I should consult with an attorney.  I have every second of this nightmare documented and the pain and suffering it has caused me is immeasurable.

    From: TWITCHELL, STEPHANIE L
    		 Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 12:49 PM
    To: Carey Anthony
    Thank you for your response. 
    At this time I would like to make a final offer in the amount of $1,500.  I understand that this has been a hard experience for you, but please be advised that we are making this offer based on no treatment that could be documented.  Without efficient documentation (records/bills) i am not able to extend any further offers.
     
    I have seen the documentation for your injury and again I am sorry for any pain this loss has caused you.
    As for your vehicle, that is a separate portion of your claim.  This settlement is for your injury only.
     
    Please get back to me after reviewing my final offer.
    If you do obtain an attorney, please have them contact me directly as we will no longer be able to correspond with you and will only speak with the attorney.  Please also be advised that with attorney representation, my offer will remain the same.
     
    Thank you,
     
    Stephanie Twitchell
    Claims
    -----Original Message-----
    From:        Aetna Member Services
    Sent:        Thu, 9 Oct 2008 08:57:41 -0400 (EDT)
    To:       Carey Anthony
    Subject:    Re:  Re: Aetna RxHD Contact Us

    Dear Carey:

    Thank you for using the Aetna Rx Home Delivery Website.

    In regards to the question that you posted, "Reserved Inventory" is an
    internal term that is used to let us know that we have enough inventory
    to supply your order. For example, if your order calls for 90 pills to
    be dispensed and we have 3000 pills on hand, it will say "Reserved
    Inventory" to let us know that 90 of the 3000 pills that we have on hand
    are reserved especially for you. This is just a way to keep count of the
    supply that we have on hand.

    If you have questions, you can reach Aetna Rx Home Delivery by logging
    on to www.aetnanavigator.com or www.aetna.com/aetnarxhomedelivery.  The
    "Contact Us" form provides greater security of your personal data than
    if you reply by e-mail. 

    Sincerely,
    Marline St
    Aetna Rx Home Delivery Internet Response Team
    14194944

    From: Carey Anthony


    To: Aetna Member Services
    That's the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard.  Why the heck do I care how many pills you have on hand??  I ordered asthma inhalers.  This is absurd and it's downright confusing to customers.  Please remove this inane information from your website immediately.  I don't need corporate America causing me more problems than they already have.
    Carey Anthony
    Burglary
    1 messages
    From: Karyn  Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 5:34 PM
    To: Carey Anthony

    Hi Carey,

    I had the contract painters go by on Friday to get me pictures and a bid for painting.  I received the pictures today and they told me the refrigerator, stove, washer and dryer and living room carpet had been stolen.

    I tried to phone today to make a police report but the police officer said you needed to phone them tomorrow as the owner of record. The contact information is:  Sergeant Spencer her number is XXX-297-1160.  She will be in the office from 9am to 4:30pm our time.

    I explained that the previous tenants could be possible suspects since we had to evict them.  It looks like they bent the garage door to gain entry. You will need to call Srgt Spencer and then your insurance company.

    We evicted the tenant on September 11, 2008.  It was brought to our attention this past Friday 10/10/08.  Do not delay in phoning your insurance.  You will need to give the insurance adjuster authorization to speak with me to coordinate a time to view the premises and any photos I have.

    Sorry for the bad news.

    Karyn

Comments (32)

  • ElusiveWords

    I'm trying to look for the silver lining.... I'm sure it's there somewhere.  
  • MaximMan

    I'm sorry to hear about the rough year, Carey....


    but then again, I've also seen all the good times you had this year too!
    there's your silver lining, pal! =)
  • CareyGLY

    @ElusiveWords - The silver lining is my life!  Things could be much worse, trust me.  I'm not worried.  Thanks though!
    @MaximMan - You said it.  I couldn't agree more.  I just like to document this stuff for posterity.  Thanks

  • ayu_motosan

    poor kiddo...tough days!
  • ToTaLLy_PhAt

    I wanna give you a hug, Carey. I am sorry for the bad day.

  • CareyGLY

    @ayu_motosan - Oh I'll be fine buddy.  But thanks for calling me kiddo.  LOL

  • CareyGLY

    @ToTaLLy_PhAt - I never turn down a hug, even a cyber one.  Back atcha!

  • wherethefishlives

    Stay strong - fight through all this shit! Good luck.
  • CareyGLY

    @wherethefishlives - No worries!  Thanks for the support!
  • generasianx

    that car is cursed.
  • lv2skrp

    Well geesh! What a crappy day!!!   Go back to bed and when you wake up I wish you a MUCH better, and more resolved day. What the heck is the matter with this country!? 
  • Loltothepower

    Sigh seriously, just get the car back, sell it, and get a toyota ( or a holden cause thats what most of us here drive heh! ) . HONDA OF HOLLYWOOD SUCKS DUDE no offence. I mean like they take so long just to get the paper work and your car done. If I was in LA Id be a straight up kiwi bitch to them " EXCUSE MEEEEE, DO YOU KNOW YOU'RE FUCKIN PLAYIN WITH THE FUCKIN WRONG KIWI ASIAN TODAY?! "

    oh and Ill be your lawyer! I'll charge you nothing for a flight to LA! :D

    Oh btw I find it handy to wear a mask sometimes ( I know its pretty weird ) but since theres prolly gonna be haze and like !#!@ed up air, just stay indoors. Cause I'm asthmatic as well. GR!!!

    and omfg the living carpet? Desperate much?
  • Dezinerdreams

    OMG Carey! This is a nightmare!!!! 

    PS: You better go see the doctor 2mrw mister, you don't want to add that to this long list too do you?!!!
  • pukemeister

    "if it weren't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all - gloom, despair, and agony on me!"  happy monday - let's hope both you and tuesday are batter! peace, Al
  • da5id_de

    I feel with you, Carey. But hey, no doubt how many curveballs life may throw at you, I know you'll pull through! "Draw a line in the sand and then make a stand" - Rent

    Btw, if you are having problems breathing inside your house due to bad air, you might wanna give this one a try: http://www.venta-airwasher.com It creates an air-flow inside a room/house towards its water filter, absorbing dust, smoke, smell and keeping air humidity on a healthy level. It will significantly improve air quality. You'll be surprised about the amount of dirty residue you will find in the water tank aftre a few days. It worked wonders for HJ's sensitive throat during her flute time in Vienna (dry and very dusty smog-like air).

    Be well, my friend! 

  • pang890528

    Corporate greed... global economy continues to worsen...

    Oh what happen to the society!?
    i hope these will soon b over..and! MUZ take good care of urself ya!
    take care
  • dupe_1

    i'm totally feeling you on your asthma b/c i had pretty bad attacks as a kid. take care of yourself and don't let that inhaler out of your sight, especially during these times! 
  • pxlspy01

    Oh, wow, that is quite a lot of trouble piled up on one person. Sorry about there being bad people running around the world. That's why we need superheroes. Now, if only the government would lift the ban on superhumans would could all rest easy that these liars, crooks, & thieves will never trouble us again.
  • CareyGLY

    @generasianx - Wanna buy it Tony?
    @lv2skrp - Just seeing your smiling face makes it better Michele!
    @Loltothepower - A Kiwi Asian Lawyer!  I like.  They won't know what hit them.  Catch the next flight Jin.  I'll pick you up at the airport!!
    @Dezinerdreams - Wish I was in Chicago with you!
    @pukemeister - Just another manic Monday!
    @da5id_de - Thanks David.  I may have to invest in one of those.  Especially by the time your entire family descends on the Hotel Careyfornia next year! 
    @pang890528 - Thanks for the kind words.  They are appreciated!
    @dupe_1 - Thanks.  I've had asthma all my life too...and I tend to have problems with it in the spring and fall.  Hope you're well too!
    @pxlspy01 - If only "Impact" could find the thieves who burglarized my house.  Good thing I know his "Jimmy Olsen"! 

  • Sc12EeN17aM3

    Aww hope ur lung infection gets better soon
  • CurryPuffy
    Hang in there!

    Let's 'pig out' at Ding Tai Fung after you get well!! 

  • CareyGLY

    @Sc12EeN17aM3 - Thanks Jad
    @curry69curry - Sounds like a plan Gary!  Thanks.
  • razzlebash

    wow carey i do believe that you should Not ask what else can go wrong. you don't want to find out.
    at least honda picked up the tab.
    and to your former occupants ==shame, shame on you. ingrates!!
    ry asthma have you ever heard of a salt pipe? some people say that it helps them with allergies. one woman said it cured her asthma. it cleanses your from impurities using himalayian salt. just FYI. 

    here's to your many issues to being resolved.
  • CareyGLY

    @razzlebash - Thanks!  Salt pipe?  Nope, never heard of it, but I will do some research!  Thanks!!
  • pang890528

    @CareyGLY - Do u noe some chinese medical can cure asthma? Some of my frens did recover from asthma.

    But u need to meet wit chinese medical(traditional i mean) doctor

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