Among the hoard of questions and concerns running through your mind after a car accident, one of the most important actions you need to take is calling an attorney before your insurance company, especially if you are injured. Here's why.
1. Insurance companies do not have a moral obligation to act on your behalf.
The insurance agent on the phone may seem like the nicest person on earth, but they're working for the insurance company, not you. Behind the scenes, they are trying to find ways to either deny or reduce the value of your auto accident claim. They will ask you to provide them with your recorded statement, which they will then use to devalue your case. If they offer you a settlement, that amount might not even cover the smallest portion of your medical bills.
An attorney will represent you and ultimately work to back the insurance company into a corner, demanding the compensation you deserve.
The insurance agent on the phone may seem like the nicest person on earth, but they're working for the insurance company, not you. Behind the scenes, they are trying to find ways to either deny or reduce the value of your auto accident claim. They will ask you to provide them with your recorded statement, which they will then use to devalue your case. If they offer you a settlement, that amount might not even cover the smallest portion of your medical bills.
An attorney will represent you and ultimately work to back the insurance company into a corner, demanding the compensation you deserve.
2. If the accident is not your fault, you need to prove that another's negligence was the cause of your injuries.
Everyone is going to want to point the finger at the other person, shifting blame and making it more difficult to determine how your injuries were caused and who is liable. Evidence is key, and an attorney will be able to filter through and bring to light every bit of information that helps your case for sufficient compensation.
An attorney will consult with medical experts and authorities to gather all releveant information and recorded statements. He or she will also reconstruct the accident scene in detail and interview witnesses.
Everyone is going to want to point the finger at the other person, shifting blame and making it more difficult to determine how your injuries were caused and who is liable. Evidence is key, and an attorney will be able to filter through and bring to light every bit of information that helps your case for sufficient compensation.
An attorney will consult with medical experts and authorities to gather all releveant information and recorded statements. He or she will also reconstruct the accident scene in detail and interview witnesses.
3. There is a statute of limitations for personal injury claims.
This means that you only have a certain amount of time to file a claim and recover compensation for your injuries. If the injury is serious and you spend the majority of that time recovering from your injury, you may not think twice about dealing with your insurance company.
An attorney will take your statement, the police report, medical documentation, and other important pieces of information to determine what your claim is worth. He or she will then negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf.
This means that you only have a certain amount of time to file a claim and recover compensation for your injuries. If the injury is serious and you spend the majority of that time recovering from your injury, you may not think twice about dealing with your insurance company.
An attorney will take your statement, the police report, medical documentation, and other important pieces of information to determine what your claim is worth. He or she will then negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf.
Our Jacksonville auto accident lawyers are ready to review your injury case. Call Alisa Wilkes today to schedule an appointment.