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7 Tips for Dealing With Insurance Companies After a Car Accident

  • February 8, 2023
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After getting involved in a car accident, filing an insurance claim can be complicated and overwhelming. Insurance companies are notorious for being hard to deal with, and it can be even more intimidating if you don’t know what to expect. Here are seven tips to help you with insurance companies after a car accident.

1. Contact Your Lawyer

If there’s any question regarding liability or fault in an auto accident, consult a lawyer specializing in personal injury cases. You should do this before contacting your insurance company or signing any documents they may send you. 

An experienced West Palm Beach Personal Injury lawyer can guide you on how best to handle communication with the insurer. The attorney will ensure that all necessary evidence is together for your case before contacting them on your behalf.

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2. Document Everything

As soon as the accident occurs, document everything related to the incident. This includes taking pictures of the scene of the accident, any damage done to your vehicle, and any injuries sustained by yourself or other passengers. 

This documentation will help prove your case should there be any questions from the insurance company about who was at fault or how much damage occurred.

3. Understand Your Policy

Familiarize yourself with your insurance policy before an accident to know what your coverage includes and how much money you could receive for damages or medical bills. Knowing this information can save you from being taken advantage of by the insurance company after an accident.

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4. Get Medical Treatment Immediately

Get medical treatment immediately if you’ve sustained an injury in a car accident. Document all injuries sustained in the crash and get them treated. 

Failing to do so may lead to complications that could affect your ability to receive compensation from the insurance company. The insurer will try to get out of covering medical bills and other costs associated with treating your injuries. 

Even if you don’t have immediate pain, you may have an injury that commonly shows delayed symptoms. Getting checked out sooner is better than later.

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5. Be Prepared To Negotiate

Insurance companies typically want to settle claims as quickly as possible. A quick resolution saves them money in legal fees and other costs associated with litigation. 

However, don’t accept their first offer. Insurers often try to offer lower settlements than what claimants deserve. Be prepared for negotiation. 

Before contacting them, prepare medical bills, repair estimates, lost wages, etc. Building a solid case about the total costs and impact will ensure you get compensated fairly for all losses from the car accident.

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6. Don’t Accept the First Offer

Don’t be afraid of taking time to review offers made by insurers—it’s better than accepting something less than what you deserve.

When you receive an offer, consult legal counsel. They’ll research comparable settlements made in similar situations.

7. Request Copies of Any Documents

Once negotiations have concluded, ensure that all parties involved sign off on any agreements made between them—doing so will hold everyone accountable for their actions. 

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Request copies of any documents signed during negotiations. These records will ensure that both parties have proof of anything agreed upon throughout the process should issues arise later.

Final Thoughts

Dealing with an insurance company after a car accident can be stressful and difficult. However, with these tips in mind, anyone looking into filing a claim against an insurer after getting into a car crash should feel more confident moving forward through such processes successfully.


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