Use caution when discussing settlement offers with individuals representing the responsible party’s best interest. You should always speak with our experienced Corpus Christi motorcycle accident injury attorneys before accepting a settlement offer.
Sometimes, the party who causes a motorcycle crash seeks to resolve matters without involving lawyers. There are a variety of reasons individuals may prefer to try to resolve the solution on their own. Some believe lawyers will only complicate the process. Others hope that they can save money by dealing with you directly.
Put simply, accepting an offer without consulting an attorney puts injured victims at extreme risk of losing valuable legal rights. In addition, you may realize the settlement you accepted is inadequate to cover the full impacts of your injuries. However, after signing a settlement agreement, you may not seek additional compensation. As a result, you may end up shouldering the financial burden of your recovery.
You may receive a settlement offer from a lawyer, an insurance company, or from the person who caused the accident directly. Keep in mind, unsolicited offers of money, goods, or services as a settlement, almost never take into account the full value of a claim. To ensure your claim is fairly valued and your rights are protected, consult with an experienced Corpus Christi motorcycle accident lawyer. An attorney’s experience fighting for injured victims serves to maximize the compensation they receive for their clients.