It should be simple to get the compensation you deserve after you have been injured by another driver’s negligence, but it doesn’t often work out that way. Many accident victims or their families are pressured or “tricked” into accepting a settlement offer that is too low and that does not cover the actual costs of their injuries and losses related to the wreck. Here are some tricks and tactics the insurance company may use to get you to settle for less:
- Trying to settle too soon
- Threatening legal action against you
- Threatening not to settle if you don’t do what they want
- Harassing you for information you’ve already given or that isn’t relevant to your claim
- Using irrelevant or inaccurate information
- Shuffling your claim to other insurance adjustors
And this is hardly an exhaustive list! Accident victims shouldn’t have to put up with this kind of pressure after they have been injured in an Orange County accident, but it’s an unfortunate reality for many. Especially after accidents in which the fault was clear, victims expect the personal injury claim settlement process to be easy, but they are often left disappointed, frustrated, confused, and unsure where to turn for help.
Before you have consulted with an Orange County auto accident attorney, it’s best to avoid discussing a potential settlement offer with the insurance company in order to protect your rights. Reach out to Russell & Lazarus today at 1-855-851-2400 to learn more and schedule a completely free, no obligation case review.