Frequently Asked Questions
I recently had a car accident in Massachusetts.
As a result I ended up with a concussion and my son had neck and back injuries. The insurance adjuster is offering us $750 for pain and suffering. This seems very low. I still get headaches from it. Should I hire a personal injury lawyer?
A:
Pain and suffering damages are often contested as they are based on intangible values. Many insurance adjusters try to downplay the extent of your injuries in order to offer very low settlements. To ensure you are getting a fair settlement, you should consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss the details of your Massachusetts car accident and injuries.
The goal of the insurance adjuster is to get you to accept the lowest settlement amount possible. This involves offering you quick settlement amounts in the hopes that you will be desperate enough to accept whatever is first offered to you. In most cases, victims who contest their initial settlement offer will obtain much higher settlement amounts once the full extent of their damages is better determined.
If you are offered an unfair settlement from an insurance adjuster, know that this is not the end of your Massachusetts car accident claim. You can resubmit your claim with additional evidence regarding the extent of your injuries and suffering and request a reevaluation of your case. You can also take the claim to a full personal injury lawsuit, which in most cases results in a more substantial settlement.
The Massachusetts car accident lawyers at the Kiley Law Group can help you with all types of personal injury cases. We have the experience and resources to serve Massachusetts residents and the greater Boston area.
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