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Answers
If you believe that your insurance company has not offered you a fair settlement, you should not accept their offer. If you do accept their offer and take the settlement money, you will generally be barred from recovering any additional money on the accident. Before you agree to settle, do some research to determine whether the offer was fair. You can, for example, research the blue book or replacement value of the vehicle that you had. Your best bet, however, may be to speak with an experienced car accident attorney who can help you determine what amount of compensation is normally in your situation and who can help you negotiate with the insurance company to get the money you deserve.
Talk to a Car Accident Attorney now for a free consultation where you can find out what your claim is worth and how much to settle for.
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Posted by Christy Rakoczy on 07 May 2010