Not every automobile accident requires the assistance of an attorney. If there have been no physical injuries, and if a cooperative insurance company handles the matter in good faith, a person may be able to resolve their claim without hiring a lawyer.
However, where a serious injury has occurred, or where the nature and extent of the injury is unclear, “going it alone” can be a costly mistake. Insurance companies train their representatives to totally reject claims when they can, and to settle the others as quickly and cheaply as possible. In many cases, the claim representative (also sometimes called an “adjuster”) may give the impression that he or she is on the side of the injured “claimant,” and suggest that there is “no need to hire a lawyer.” Be careful! While the desire to resolve a claim without paying an attorney is understandable, that impulse often results in a seriously injured person being skillfully manipulated into abandoning his or her claim, or settling it too soon and for too little money.
Ohio and Kentucky Accident Attorney
To discuss your case, please:
- Send a message using our contact form;
- Call or text: 513-287-7447; or
- Email: info@markbsmithlaw.com
There will be no charge for the initial consultation, and cases are generally handled on a “contingency fee” (percentage of recovery) basis.