You can absolutely handle your claim, but the reality is that insurers have been handling claims like yours for years and have developed playbooks for handling claims as quickly and cheaply as possible. Tort and injury law is complex, and a big part of these settlement tactics involves overwhelming a victim with legal documents and terms while making extremely low settlement offers and rejecting a victim’s counteroffers outright.
When you work with a Lawrenceville attorney, the insurers know that they are involved with someone who understands personal injury law, has handled a range of accidents, and is dedicated to getting fair compensation for their client. Unfortunately, initial negotiation talks often go smoother when carried out by an attorney, but this also means you will have more time and emotional space to focus on recovering from your injuries.
In addition to the monetary benefits of working with a personal injury lawyer, stress has a significant impact on the recovery process from physical injuries, and the claims process is often very stressful — especially for someone unfamiliar with it. Insurers know this and use this as leverage to convince a claimant to settle for a low offer and move forward with their lives. Your attorney will not settle a case to get it over with and will do what it takes to get you the money you deserve, whether through direct negotiations or in front of a judge and jury.