Many insurance companies have departments dedicated to investigating injury claims for their validity – The Insurance Adjusters. Insurance investigators often become suspicious when there’s something about the claim that “doesn’t seem right” under the facts and circumstances presented. If this happens, it may prompt a further inquiry into your claim.
Personal injury lawsuits can be complicated and time-consuming for all parties involved, regardless of which side of the “v” they’re on. If you’re considering bringing a personal injury action for the first time, be sure to avoid these common pitfalls. 1) Declining To Purchase Underinsured or Uninsured Motorist Insurance Underinsured
If you have been involved in an injury accident and are disheartened by the insurance company’s lowball offers and endless delays, you’ve probably asked yourself, “Why?” To answer these questions, you need to understand how insurance companies work. Armed with this knowledge, you will be better equipped to deal with
When you are injured in an accident, you can pursue a claim for compensation on your own or you can enlist the help of a personal injury attorney. Several factors may impact your decision in this regard, including whether you are comfortable dealing with insurance claims adjusters and insurance company
1. Bring All the Relevant Documents These may include accident or incident reports, medical bills, medical records, witness statements and/or lists of potential witnesses, any papers or journals you have kept to describe your injuries, recovery, and limitations, etc. 2. Write Things Down Before the Meeting As discussed, it helps
After an accident, there are several steps between incurring injury and receiving compensation, and it’s important to look ahead. It can be overwhelming to think about the process, but our flowchart outlines each phase of a typical personal injury case. There are also several tasks and steps listed for each
What Is a Deposition? When you are involved in an accident and sustain injuries, the first step is having your attorney file a claim for you with the insurance company. When a claim cannot be resolved with a settlement, then your attorney will file a lawsuit on your behalf, and
