You should always contact a lawyer after being involved in an accident. A reputable lawyer will let you know if you can handle the case yourself or not. Consultations are free, so there is no risk in contacting a lawyer after getting into a crash.
It’s good to have someone in your corner.
You’ll be up against the other driver’s insurance company when you try to recover your damages from an accident. You should have someone who will help you avoid mistakes that could lower your recovery when speaking with the other driver’s insurance company. Insurance adjusters are trained professionals, and their goal is to minimize payments to victims. Few laypeople have the knowledge and experience to battle that alone.
Accepting fault doesn’t mean you automatically get your losses back.
The biggest lie in insurance is “we were at fault.” There are two parts to winning in court- negligence (fault) and damages. The insurance company can admit fault but still dispute the nature and extent of your injuries. Victims get lulled into a false sense of security when the other side admits fault, only to learn later that their losses are being undervalued.
A lawyer can get you the outcome that you deserve.
Studies have shown people who hire an attorney after being involved in a car accident get 2-5 times more money than those who don’t. If you want to recover all of your losses, hiring a lawyer is the first step to achieving a fair outcome.
If you have been hurt in a motor vehicle accident and have other questions, contact The S.E. Farris Law Firm at 314-A-LAWYER (314-252-9937) or visit www.FarrisLaw.net today for a free consultation.