I've put in a claim to recover damages I suffered from a car accident. I'm worried because I've from several friends that insurance company adjusters sometimes try to lowball plaintiffs. How can I be sure they don't do this to me?
I've put in a claim to recover damages I suffered from a car accident. I'm worried because I've from several friends that insurance company adjusters sometimes try to lowball plaintiffs. How can I be sure they don't do this to me?
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Answer:
It is the insurance company's goal to pay out the least amount of damages and they deliberately attempt to find ways in which to minimize payments. They do this through various ways including stalling on claims or low balling on damages. Sometimes they will dispute a legitimate claim hoping the plaintiff tires of pursuing the claim. For these reasons anyone who has suffered medical and property damages in an auto accident should retain the services of an attorney familiar with these bad faith tactics used against those with legitimate car accident insurance claims. Although insurers are not legally bound to maximize your payments, they are legally bound to practice in good faith.
Hiring an attorney increases your chances of receiving the maximum compensation due you. These damages include medical expenses, present and future medical treatment, loss of wages, inability to work, car damages, pain and suffering, and even mental suffering.
Talk to a Car Accident Attorney to ensure you receive the maximum compensation from your car accident insurance claim.
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Posted by Sharon Cullars on 29 Apr 2010