Mesa Car Accident Lawyers
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Mesa Car Accident
Dealing with insurance companies is unavoidable if you are involved in a car accident. It is normal for most people to assume that insurance companies will hand over a fair settlement after a car crash. In reality, this rarely happens. Insurance companies are large corporations that make their profits by figuring out how not to pay. It is the job of insurance adjusters to see how to avoid paying a claim or how to minimize the value of your claim. If you have been injured in a car accident in Mesa, please contact a car accident lawyer before you talk to the insurance company. It may be in your best interest to do so.
Mesa Car Accident Statistics
If you have been injured in a Mesa car accident, you are not alone. There were 6,543 Mesa car accidents in the year 2009, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation's crash statistics. There were 22 fatalities and 2,958 injuries reported as a result of car accidents during the same year. Also, in Mesa, six people died and 219 were injured as a result of DUI collisions in 2009.
Dealing with Insurance Companies
One of the most stressful aspects of pursuing compensation following a Mesa car accident is dealing with the insurance companies involved. Here are a few tips to help you deal with an insurance company in the aftermath of a Mesa car accident:
- Write down all the details of the crash before calling the insurance company. You may be asked the same few questions over and over again. They will actively look for you to make a mistake or to contradict yourself. Having a clear and concise account of the facts will help your case.
- Refuse a recording. If you do make a mistake and admit fault for the crash, the insurance company could and will use a recording of that against you. You are not legally required to allow them to record your phone call. So, you have the option to tell them not to record your conversation.
- Never admit fault. Admitting fault could cost you the settlement you deserve. This could be a significant mistake that could leave you with little or no compensation.
- Be prepared for a fight. Whenever there are injuries suffered, the responsible insurance company may try to fight you every step of the way. Remember that as long as you do not accept the terms of a settlement, you may still pursue compensation for your losses. A Mesa AZ traffic accident attorney can help you fight against a disputed or denied insurance claim.
- Speak to a skilled Mesa personal injury attorney before dealing with the insurance companies involved in the crash.
The experienced Mesa personal injury attorneys at The Breyer Law Offices, P.C. offer free consultations and comprehensive case evaluations. In most cases, we can speak to the insurance companies involved so that our clients do not have to. If our clients are required to speak to an insurance company, we will help them understand what it entails so they can avoid the pitfalls that could jeopardize their claim. To protect your rights and ensure that you receive fair compensation for your losses, call our office today.
