The ads are all over: “Were you injured as a result of a car accident? Call us!” But should you?
Being in a car accident is a traumatic and stressful event even if you are not injured, and dealing with a claim can add stress and anxiety. Before you pick up the phone, there are a few things to consider after you or a loved one has been in an accident. If the accident involves minor property damage, an attorney may not be able to bring value to your claim, which could result in you recovering less if you hire an attorney than you could recover on your own.
If, however, you were injured as a part of the accident, you may want to hire an experienced personal injury lawyer. An experienced personal injury lawyer will evaluate all aspects of your claim including:
- The nature, severity, and circumstances of the crash
- The nature, severity, and circumstances of your injuries, including the impact on daily life such as missed work
- Potential comparative fault issues or contributory negligence issues (depending on the jurisdiction)
- Potential sources of funds for recovery including liability coverage, uninsured coverage, underinsured coverage, medical payments or Personal Injury Protection coverage (depending on the jurisdiction), and, in certain circumstances, homeowner’s coverage
- Other concerns that may involve the interplay with health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or medical liens against the settlement
- Future treatment or future impact of the injuries
If you have questions about whether you or a loved one needs to hire an attorney after a car accident, feel free to contact the professionals at Humiston Law. We’ll talk you through your unique situation and help you make the decision that’s right for you and those you hold most dear. We understand the time following an accident is stressful, and our low stress approach is intended to assist in putting your mind at ease so you can focus on what is truly important: caring for yourself or a loved one who was injured.
Humiston Law does not charge for an initial consultation or to conduct the initial evaluation of your claim and we will gladly meet you in person at a convenient location to start the process. If you are more comfortable, we have the capability to complete everything virtually.