5 Common Myths About Car Accident Claims in San Diego

San Diego Personal Injury Attorney

Unfortunately, there is a lot of false information about car accident claims and if you believe that information, it can result in the loss of compensation for your injury. Here are five common myths about car accident claims and the facts you need to know in order to receive fair compensation for your injuries.

  1. If you are not hurt at the time of the accident, you will not be able to file a claim if you start to feel pain later. That is false. If you feel pain at any time after a car accident, contact San Diego car accident attorney immediately to understand your rights.
  2. The reckless driver’s insurance company will give you a reasonable settlement offer if you simply send a letter and ask for it . Insurance companies act in their best interest, not yours. If you don’t know how to file a claim, the insurance company will undervalue the compensation owed to you. Insurance companies will almost always offer less compensation than you deserve.
  3. You must give a recorded statement and sign the forms requested by the reckless driver’s insurance company. You should avoid speaking or giving a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company. It could say more than you need to and hurt your claim. Also, you could unknowingly waive your rights or accept less than your claim is worth by signing any document. It is best for you to seek legal representation and let your attorney handle all communications with the insurance company to ensure that your legal rights are protected.
  4. You can recover if you were not at fault, even if you do not have insurance. Most states have “no pay, no play” laws that restrict what you can get back if you don’t have your own insurance. In some cases, you may not be able to recover any damages for your pain and suffering.
  5. You cannot afford to hire an attorney to handle your case. our personal injury attorneys San Diego handle your case with contingency fees. This means that you don’t pay any upfront fees. Instead, your attorney is paid only if you get a settlement or judgment in the case. If we don’t win your case, you pay nothing.

If you or a loved one was injured in an accident, contact our San Diego accident attorney today for a consultation.

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