Talking with an insurance claims adjuster can feel a bit like tiptoeing through a minefield. The adjuster will employ any number of negotiating “tactics” to get you to settle your claim for as little as possible. If you are able to recognize these tactics for what they are—negotiation ploys—you will
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, you may be wondering what happens next: What should you do (or not do)? Are you entitled to compensation and, if so, when and how does that happen? The following timeline provides a brief overview of what to
Now that you’ve set your initial appointment, please take the following steps to get ready for your meeting with your attorney: Written Summary Prepare a brief written summary of the accident that led to your injuries. Include relevant information such as the date of the accident, the approximate time of
1. When Will a Lawsuit Be Filed? It is entirely possible that your attorneys have already filed suit. If you would like to confirm that, call your attorney’s office. Usually, your attorneys will wait until a preliminary investigation of the matter has been completed before they file the case in
In an arbitration hearing, a neutral arbitrator (or sometimes a panel of three arbitrators) chosen by the parties listens to each side’s evidence and then decides the case. The arbitration may be required by contract in some cases, such as claims against your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. Otherwise, before you’ll
Let’s look at Personal Injury Financial Faqs. Should I take out funds through settlement advance funding? Many personal injury claims are the result of a traumatic automobile collision. Not only is your vehicle now damaged or even totaled, you might have medical bills, and you may have to take some
Have you been injured as a result of another person’s carelessness? If so, you may be entitled to compensation for the harm you have suffered. Take our quiz to see if you have a personal injury case. Regardless of how you were injured – whether in an auto accident, a
This article answers common questions our clients often ask at the outset of a personal injury case. We hope you find it helpful. 1. What if I Can’t Pay My Medical Bills? Depending on the nature of your case, your medical bills may be covered by one or more of the
Trial can be a stressful process; it can become even more stressful if you are set to testify in front of a jury. If your attorney chooses to put you on the witness stand in front of a jury, it is because he or she wants the jury to know