When a person is injured in a car accident, it can be a stressful and confusing time. Suddenly, there are medical bills to worry about and they may not be able to return to work to get the income they need to pay their normal bills. At the same time, they are trying to heal physically and emotionally from their injury, they have more issues to deal with than ever before. Too often, feelings of hopelessness or desperation can result in their not getting the medical care or the financial compensation they need. Attorney Kevin Attkisson is an experienced car accident lawyer in Dayton who can help you understand your rights and get the best outcome for your case. In this blog, we will cover the top three most common misconceptions:

  • Only Major Injuries Qualify for Compensation
  • Insurance Companies Settle Fairly
  • Hiring a Car Accident Lawyer is an Unnecessary Added Expense

Only Major Injuries Qualify for Compensation

It is not uncommon for seemingly minor injuries to become more significant months after they are received. Additionally, even a minor injury can result in major difficulties. Lower back pain or whiplash can occur, resulting in an inability to perform normal activities or do their job. Although some types of injuries are more difficult to prove than others, any accident victim who is injured because of another driver’s actions or in-actions should contact a car accident lawyer to have their situation evaluated.

Insurance Companies Settle Fairly

Sometimes the insurance company will offer individuals a settlement to prevent going to court. Many mistakenly believe that if their injuries end up costing them more later, the insurance company will pay. In reality, the reason insurance companies offer settlements is because they know they could end up paying a great deal more if the case goes to court. Once the accident victim accepts the settlement, they will not receive any more payments.

An experienced car accident lawyer knows the techniques used by insurance companies. They also know how to evaluate the fair amount of money that the settlement should be. A lawyer will protect your interests when an insurance company is only interested in protecting itself.

Hiring a Car Accident Lawyer is an Unnecessary Added Expense

At a time when finances are already a significant concern, accident victims don’t feel that hiring a lawyer is an option they can afford. Instead, they attempt to file claims or negotiate settlements with the insurance company on their own. The problem is, they lack the knowledge of the law and the filing process that will almost always result in denial of a claim or a fair settlement.

You only have one chance to get justice and a fair settlement. At Attkisson Law Firm, we don’t add to your financial burden. We never charge a legal fee until we have won your case. With only one chance to get it right, nothing is more important to your case than hiring a car accident lawyer in Dayton who will work to get justice for you. For more information, call The Attkisson Law Firm at 937-918-7555 and ask how we can help you get the compensation you deserve.

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