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Oct 31, 2013

Why Discuss Your Case Only with a Personal Injury Attorney

Are you the victim of a medical malpractice? Were you hit by a car while crossing the road when the light was green? Were you bitten by your neighbor’s dog? Did you slip on a wet floor at the mall and strain your ankle? Did someone back up in the parking lot and hit your car? These are all excellent examples of situations that warrant retaining the services of a Fremont personal injury attorney. Why do you need a lawyer? The advice offered by an expert in legal matters can prevent devastating problems. One of the tips a devoted counselor gives clients is that it is unwise to discuss their case with others. Why? Keep on reading.

Be Aware of Spies


Although you fully trust your best friend, siblings, and other close relatives, it is best not to talk to them about your situation. Yes, these people can be trusted, but that does not mean that other individuals in the room will keep their mouth shut. You may not even know that someone is eavesdropping. What happens if the insurance company of the other party finds out? They may use this witness against you if you said something incriminating.

Do Not Talk to the Police


Ask your lawyer to be present when you have to give a statement to the police. Your counselor will stop you if you are too generous with your information, and are about to say something the court can use against you. Although a lot of personal injury cases are settled before they are brought in front of a judge, some of them are not. You may have to file a lawsuit to get the compensation that is rightfully yours.

Insurance Companies Are in It for the Money


It is easy to trust that friendly, concerned voice on the phone. Be careful, because if that is the other party’s insurance agent, you may lose the battle by saying the wrong thing. Even harmless remarks can hurt your claim when they are taken out of context. Refer everyone inquiring about the incident or claim to your Fremont personal injury attorney. Your legal representative knows exactly what information can be released, and who can have access to it.

10 comments:

BLOGZOOM said...

Unfortunately these things happen and often make mistakes by not having a good counselor next.

cheers

jo-anne said...

Ohh...thanks for tip. Insurance companies are still business people,they have to earn for the company. So let's be careful on what we say to others to avoid any complication when claiming benefits.

jheylo said...

Lawyers knows best, so to speak. They will for sure inform you on how you can get compensation from the responsible citizen.

joy said...

it is necessary to get the proper counsel as they also have their field of expertise on different cases.

Chubskulit Rose said...

Great tips Mare, I hope I don't have to go through this.

mommy Orkid Belle said...

That is true. It is unfortunate that these things do happen or had happen to other people before and being aware of the right things to do is a must. Thanks for the article. Hope none of these would happen to us.

Unknown said...

great advise. this is a definite must-know for everyone.

Olga said...

When my daughter passed away in the hospital, we considered filing for medical malpractice. But then, cases like that are not given much attention here in our country. Having to go through years of fighting for that case would only prolong our grief.

Peachy @ The Peach Kitchen said...

In case of something like this, it's really best to consult a professional so they can give you advice on what to do.

Kaye F said...

In cases like this, it's best to have a trusted lawyer who will dutifully protect your interest.