Five Things You Didn't Know About Your Personal Injury Claim
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), car accidents are one of the leading causes of death. Furthermore, each year millions of people throughout the United States are treated for injuries sustained in car wrecks. If you or a loved one was injured in a car, truck or motorcycle wreck, you may feel as if your entire life was put on hold.
Located in Statesboro, Georgia, Barr Law will help you get the compensation you need to treat your injuries, pay your bills and move forward with your life.
1. You don’t have to go to court to get compensation
Many people think the only way to get compensation is to go to trial. This is a myth. The truth is, most cases settle before trial. However, sometimes settlement is either not in your best interests or is not an option at all, and you need an attorney who is not afraid to go to court. Having an attorney assures that your strongest case is presented and your rights are protected. Insurance companies will do everything in their power to get you to settle your claim for less than its worth. An experienced lawyer who knows the law and knows how much compensation you deserve will provide strength at the bargaining table. The result? A better recovery.
2. Insurance claims adjusters do NOT work for you
They are paid by the insurance company. Their job is to resolve your claim for as little money as possible. No matter how nice and accommodating they may seem, they do not have your best interests in mind.
3. Insurance companies are not on your side (even your own insurance company)
Claims adjusters work for the insurance company — not for you. They are protecting their bottom line. Their job is to look for any reason to withhold or reduce your compensation. It is important to remember this if/when you speak with them. Are you saying something that may jeopardize the value of your claim?
Sometimes the person or company who caused your injury does not have enough liability insurance to adequately cover your claim. When this happens, you must turn to Uninsured/Underinsured motorist coverage from your own insurance company. This coverage is meant to protect you if the person who caused your damage does not have any insurance (is uninsured) or does not have enough insurance (is underinsured). However, do not be fooled. Even your own insurance company will be looking for reasons to withhold or reduce the amount of compensation you receive from your injuries.
4. You can recover compensation in a hit-and-run accident
If you were injured in a hit-and-run accident and can’t locate the party who injured you, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries from your own insurance carrier. We will help you through the process.
5. It won’t cost you anything to bring your claim
At Barr Law, we provide free case evaluations. We will review your case and discuss your options for free. If you decide to pursue your claim, you won’t pay us until we’ve recovered compensation for you. Contact us today to discuss your personal injury claim.
Don’t Wait, Contact a Skilled Workers' Comp Attorney Today!
If you’ve been injured at work, you need your workers’ compensation benefits now. The sooner you act, the better. Our firm is ready to help you with every aspect of your claim, from filing your initial paperwork to getting authorization for medical treatment. Waiting until issues arise could jeopardize your case.
Contact Barr Law today to schedule a free consultation. We work on a contingency basis—which means you don’t pay unless we recover compensation on your behalf. Call us now at 912-681-BARR (2277) or email us.