No one wants to be injured in an accident, and it can be quite overwhelming. An accident due to the negligence of another can leave much more than just physical damages, and you may sustain financial hardships as well due to missed time from work and medical bills.
A personal injury attorney can help you during this stressful time to recover compensation for your damages and also handle your insurance claim. Having an experienced attorney handle your claim has many benefits.
1) Attorneys understand the legal requirements that must be met to prove liability
The specific legal elements to prove your claim may vary depending on the law that applies to your particular case. An experienced attorney understands what elements must be met to prove fault and liability under the myriad laws relating to accidents and injuries and can also handle an investigation into the responsible party or parties and gather the evidence necessary to prove it.
2) Attorneys protect you from the insurance companies While in recovery it can be overwhelming to deal with insurance companies and claims adjusters. Sometimes they use pressure tactics to get victims to provide statements and sign medical releases, which ultimately are not in the best interest of the client. An attorney will advise you so you can avoid doing anything that could hurt your chances of receiving full compensation for your losses.
3) Attorneys will correctly value your injury claim
If you are unfamiliar with personal injury laws, it can be difficult to correctly value your personal injury claim. Insurance companies want to pay as little as possible to settle your claim and the claims adjuster will not tell you that you received less than your claim is worth.
4) Attorneys handle settlement negotiations and lawsuits
An attorney will provide a detailed settlement demand package for the insurance company. The demand package includes evidence that proves your damages and the value of your claim while also outlining the legal theory for fault and liability.
At ReidGoodwin, we will fight for the maximum value of your personal injury claim and negotiate with the insurance companies so that you can focus on your recovery. Call today for a free no obligation consultation at (804) 415-7800.