After a car accident, you may think you can settle the matter quickly with the insurance company. In some instances, that is true. If no one is injured and the only issue is damage to a vehicle, you may not require an attorney.
However, after many collisions, the people involved are disoriented, overwhelmed, and injured. One or more vehicles may be damaged. You, your passengers, or other people may have minor or severe injuries.
If you are injured in a car accident, it makes sense to consult with a car accident attorney who has the training and experience to guide you through the claims process. Aversa & Linn offers free consultations to people who have been injured in car accidents.
For a funny example about why representing yourself can be a problem, let’s look at Sheldon Cooper from The Big Bang Theory. Sheldon is extraordinarily smart, a top researcher with a Ph.D. in Physics. In an episode called “The Excelsior Acquisition,” when Sheldon gets a traffic ticket, he thinks representing himself at Traffic Court will be no problem. He says, “I’m not paying. On Thursday I will have my day in court and justice will be done.”
Sheldon studies the law, practices with his witness (Penny), for whom he wrote a script, and dresses in a suit. The day of the hearing, he gives a detailed opening statement to the judge. Despite this preparation, the judge dismisses Sheldon’s argument and instructs him to pay the fine. Sheldon insults the judge, who then holds him in contempt of court and sends him to jail. After several hours, Sheldon apologizes and is released from jail, but he ends up with a $533 fine and 3 points on his license.
This is an exaggerated example, for comedic effect, but the underlying lesson applies: the legal system has its own rules, customs and ways of doing things. A lawyer can guide you through this system to get the best outcome for yourself and your family. When you are injured through someone else’s negligence, you need a team who is going to consider your past needs, your present needs and your future needs. Because Aversa & Linn offers free consultations, calling to consult us has no downside and a big potential upside.
For many car accidents, your case will never go to court; it will be resolved by dealing with insurance companies’ claims departments. Insurance companies train their adjusters, employees and attorneys to look out for the interest of the company. While this experience may be new and unfamiliar to you, the insurance company adjusters handle hundreds of these claims on a daily basis.
If you have been injured in a car accident, you need to make sure someone is protecting your rights. You need someone who is going to make sure your injuries are receiving the treatment they need to heal. If an insurance company is not listening to your story, you need an attorney who will make sure you are heard. The insurance companies will not look out for your rights, but the lawyers at Aversa & Linn will.
As illustrated by Sheldon’s experience in court, not having a skilled advocate on your side could result in a poor outcome for your claim, whether it be a denial or a smaller settlement. Consulting Aversa & Linn before talking to any insurance company can help you to have the best outcome.
Especially if you or a family member has been seriously injured, an accident could change your lives forever. Without an experienced advocate to fight for your rights this terrible situation could be compounded by financial loss, stress, and loss of job, among other things. You shouldn’t have to pay for someone else’s wrongdoing, recklessness or negligence.
At Aversa & Linn we fight for the compensation that each client deserves. Call us now for a free consultation about your car accident.
