Is It Worth Hiring an Attorney for a Car Accident?

If you’ve been involved in an accident, you may wonder, “Is it worth hiring an attorney for a car accident?” You should know that after a car accident, don’t talk to the insurance companies before talking to an attorney.

Hi, I’m Frank Ariel, founder of Ariel Law Group and I’m here to share two crucial reasons why you should never talk to any insurance company, including your own, before consulting with an attorney after an accident.

At Ariel Law Group, we care about you and are here to help. With our extensive experience and dedication to client satisfaction, you can trust us to handle your case effectively. Call us today for a consultation.

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Two big reasons why after an accident, you should never talk to any insurance company, including your own, until you’ve consulted with an attorney.

Hi, my name is Frank Ariel, the founder of Ariel Law Group. With over 32 years of experience, I have successfully completed thousands of accident and injury cases. I am recognized by the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and have hundreds of happy, satisfied online client reviews.

Why You Should Consult a Lawyer Before Talking to an Insurance Company

You know when you’re in trouble with law enforcement, whatever you say may be used against you in a court of law? Well, it is pretty much the same thing when you’re involved in an accident and you try to open a claim.

You see, insurance adjusters are not in it for you. They’re in it for themselves. And you bet, if they can get you to say the wrong thing, they are going to use it against you. So what are those two reasons why you should not talk to an insurance company after an accident until you’ve consulted with an attorney?

Reason One: Insurance Policy Coverage

Number one, coverage. Your accident must fall within the terms of your insurance policy, within the terms of your coverage. And if for any reason it doesn’t, either your claim may be denied or your recovery may be limited.

Now, there are many reasons why coverage may be problematic. Maybe you changed your address and you forgot to tell them. Maybe you’re driving somebody else’s car and the car is not registered to you, or the insurance is not in your name. Maybe you loaned your car to somebody else.

There are many conditions and reasons why coverage may become problematic. That’s when you need to consult with an attorney.

Reason Two: Who Is at Fault?

Number two reason, whose fault is it anyways? You see, there are always two stories in every accident. Even when you are sure that it was the other driver’s fault, insurance companies are not.

You know, the adjusters are trained to twist you in every way possible. And when you speak with them without an attorney on the phone, they will use your words against you to defeat your claim. Please don’t do it.

I’ve seen too many claims go up in flames when my clients spoke with the insurance companies before they hired me. Insurance companies will take advantage of you and they will use your word against you in court. You bet on that.

Conclusion: Should I Get an Attorney for My Car Accident?

If you’re involved in an accident, before you call the insurance companies, call an attorney that you like and trust, and who cares for you. Call us. We’re here to help.