One of the most common questions personal injury victims have after a car accident, slip and fall, dog bite, or other personal injury is “Can My Case be Settled Without a Lawsuit”. The second question is: “When Should I file a Lawsuit?” If you’ve had a serious accident, your life has probably changed in ways you never expected, and you may be left struggling to recover physically and emotionally. Coping with insurance claims and mounting costs can make the ordeal even more challenging.
Car accidents are terrifying ordeals. Not only is your vehicle damaged, but you're often left injured, confused, and distressed. All you want is a quick resolution so you can focus on getting back to a healthy, happy life. Unfortunately, insurance companies often cause even more distress.
While insurance providers promise to have your back, or be your neighbor, their primary goal after an accident is to pay as little as possible on your claim. It is important to understand common insurance company tactics so you can protect yourself legally and financially after an accident or insurance claim denial. Here are five things insurance companies don't want you to know:
An auto accident that results in injuries can be an extremely traumatic experience. Your life suddenly changes in ways you never expected. The severity of car accident injuries and the long road to recovery ahead can feel terrifying and overwhelming.
However, it is critical to remain as calm as possible and take proper steps to protect your health, your rights, and your ability to recover damages that you may be owed. The actions you take in the aftermath of a serious auto accident can have major consequences for your wellbeing and any future insurance or potential legal claims.
Alameda County, CA – February 23, 2023 – Singleton Schreiber partners Brett Schreiber and Ben Siminou represent Benjamin Maldonado in his lawsuit against Tesla. The lawsuit arises from a 2019 catastrophic vehicle collision involving a self-driving Tesla that suddenly rear-ended Mr. Maldonado’s car, causing him to crash. Mr. Maldonado survived the crash – tragically, his 15-year-old son did not.