New Case Shows Accident Victims Should Not Handle Claims Alone
A recent case is a reminder that if you are in an accident, you should get a
lawyer’s help when dealing with an insurance company.
Lisa L. hurt her back and neck in a car accident. She tried to handle her
insurance claim herself. The adjuster told Lisa the insurance company would pay
all her medical bills once her case settled, and that Lisa should not worry
about the time limit for bringing claims. But when the deadline for claims
expired, the insurance company refused to pay Lisa anything.
Lisa sued the insurance company, claiming its conduct was dishonest. A court agreed and
ruled the insurance company had to pay Lisa’s claim. Lisa’s problem could have
been avoided by getting a lawyer’s help right after the accident.
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