When you’ve been injured in a car wreck or in another manner, it’s important to know and protect your rights now and in the future. It is also important to seek and receive the compensation to cover lost or damaged property, medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. So why hire an attorney to seek this compensation instead of handing the matter yourself?
There are several reasons why hiring an attorney makes sense. First of all, the insurance company many times treats those represented by an attorney and those who are not differently, which can affect offers of settlement and the process leading up to a settlement or litigation. Furthermore, the insurance companies’ goal is to protect its interest and limit its liability to the greatest extent possible, which is directly adverse to your interests.
Another reason hiring an attorney makes sense is the work and headache associated with not only seeking medical treatment, but gathering medical records, billing records, dealing with the insurance company, etc. This can be a difficult and daunting task, especially to someone who is severely injured and is focusing on treatment and recovery. From a legal perspective, it is important to be sure that no-fault PIP payments are directed as appropriate for maximum benefit, and that subrogation (claims usually by your medical insurance seeking re-payment of medical bills they paid) are handled and minimized to the greatest extent possible.
Finally, most sources state that injured parties with legal representation quite simply recover more money than those that deal with the insurance company on their own. Even after legal fees are taken into account, most sources show that the injured party walks away with more money in the end. Another huge concern of going it alone is the potential that the applicable statute of limitations runs out, which would completely bar your claim forever. This statute differs depending on the circumstances of the injury and subsequent events.
If you or a loved one have been hurt in a car wreck, slip and fall, or any other accident, call the attorneys at Peace Law for a free, no obligation case evaluation. We only collect a fee if we win or settle your case.
