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PERSONAL INJURY I Frequently Asked Questions - What You Need To Know About Insurance Companies

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q.	What exactly is a personal injury case?
Q.	You’re ENTITLED to Compensation!
Q.	What is negligence?
Q.	How do I know if I have a personal injury case?
Q.	What should I do if I am hurt in an accident?
Q.	What should I refrain from doing if I am hurt in an accident?
Q.	When should I call a lawyer?
Q.	How do I pay for my legal fees?
Q.	How do I pay for the expenses of the case?
Q.	How do you decide whether you will take my case?
Q.	How much is my case worth?
Q.	How long will it take before we go to trial?
Q.	If there is a trail, will I need to be there?
Q.	What is a deposition?
Q.	Will you speak with me before settling my case?

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INSURANCE COMPANIES
Q.	Don't buy the "nice guy" routine.
Q.	Insurance companies often make oral promises they don't keep.
Q.	Nothing is "Off the Record."
Q.	Why shouldn't I deal with insurance companies on my own?
Q.	Most insurance companies have unlimited resources.
Q.	Negotiating on your own can be a dangerous endeavor.
Q.	The insurance adjuster's job is to build a case against you.
Q.	Insurance companies are only interested in one thing - profit!

Remember that the laws in Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas, Minnesota, Wisconsin, North and South Dakota and surrounding areas are different. You should consult with a personal injury - slip and fall or animal bite injury or accident lawyer who is familiar with the laws of the State in which you were injured and has experience taking on large insurance companies in the pursuit of compensation for victims of personal injury accidents.

QUESTION: Insurance companies often make oral promises they don't keep.

ANSWER: For instance, the insurance adjuster might say something like, “Allow us to tape record your recollection of the accident. That way, we can finish paying your claim.” Don’t believe it and never accept any oral promises. Any statements you make to an insurance company could be used against you later. An experienced and reputable personal injury lawyer will properly advise you to communicate directly with the insurance company so you don’t have to.

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