If you or a loved one are struck by a vehicle while walking, you could be eligible to receive compensation. However, the negligent driver’s insurance company will most likely try to push back against your claim. Should you fight this battle by yourself? Of course not. You will need an experienced Stillwater pedestrian accident attorney to deal with the insurance companies on your behalf to make sure your rights are protected, and you receive full compensation. Here is what you need to know about pedestrian accidents and insurance companies.
Pedestrian Accidents and Insurance Companies
The insurance company wants to keep you from getting rightful compensation. Our mission is to protect you from their tactics. They will try to reach out to you after the accident. They know you’re probably in bad condition and you may be getting pain medicine in the hospital, but they’re not worried about what state of mind you’re in. They only care about getting a statement from you. In that statement, they’re hoping you’ll say something that they can use against you later. If you answer the phone and are polite and say, “I’m good,” when they ask, “How are you?” They’re going to twist that to mean you are healthy and well and don’t need compensation. Even if you were just getting out of surgery when you said that, they’re going to try to use that against you. When they come calling, you should already have an attorney. You can give them your attorney’s information and tell them that your attorney will be taking all communications.
Pedestrian Accidents and Insurance Companies
In rare instances will the insurance companies offer you a fair settlement offer right off the bat. They may call you and ask you not to seek representation. They’ll offer to give you a settlement if you don’t hire an attorney. That’s a trick you need to avoid. Don’t play into that. Let your Stillwater pedestrian accident lawyer help you decide if the first offer they come up with is fair. More often than not, they’ll lowball you.
If you know you need an experienced Stillwater pedestrian accident lawyer, please call our office today for a free consultation. We want to protect you from the tactics the insurance companies use, and we will fight tirelessly to get you the compensation you rightfully deserve.
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