If you have a pen in hand paused over the signature box on a “release of all claims” form, do not sign it. You might end up signing it eventually if you decide that you’d rather have a little bit of money now than a lot of money later.
Insurance companies require car accident victims to sign a release form before issuing a paper check that covers medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage. So, if you’re watching the bills pile up after an accident, you may feel pressured to sign the form to get the money that is entitled to you.