Tips for Handling Car Accident Insurance Claims in Montgomery

Matt Matthews • August 23, 2023
Tips for Handling Car Accident Insurance Claims in Montgomery

Tips for Handling Car Accident Insurance Claims in Montgomery

At the Law Office of Richard F. Matthews, Jr., we understand that the aftermath of an accident can be costly and confusing. It can be difficult to know what to do next, but we are here to be your trusted guides through the insurance process. 


While the following are some tips to navigate the car accident claim process, you should never wait to consult with our legal team directly so we can evaluate your options.


Three Tips For Handling Car Accident Insurance Claims

There are many things you should do or not do following a crash in Montgomery to protect your legal claim. Here are three of these tips, and we can provide more specific advice once we assess your circumstances. 


Get Medical Proper Treatment for Your Injuries

You should get a medical evaluation and a diagnosis of all your injuries right away after a car accident. This helps your physical condition and documents your injuries to prove the compensation you deserve in your legal claim. You should then keep up with all treatment recommendations for the best chance of recovery and to demonstrate you are taking your injuries seriously. 


Have a Car Accident Lawyer Handle all Insurance Communications

To safeguard your car accident claim, let a skilled attorney handle insurance conversations on your behalf. Insurance adjusters can use any statements you make against your claim, and it is easier than you imagine to say the wrong thing. Do not give them recorded statements or provide details about your injuries. Instead, allow a legal professional to handle these communications. If an insurer contacts you, politely inform them that you are hiring a lawyer who will handle your claim. 


Don't Accept A Settlement Offer Without Legal Advice

Insurance companies might make a settlement offer much sooner than you expect. While this might seem like a blessing, you should never accept anything without a lawyer’s review. Insurance companies hope that accident victims will accept an initial offer to get funds as soon as possible. 


Often, claimants do not know all their losses early in the process, and they might not know they have the ability to negotiate a higher amount. This can result in accepting a settlement that is far less than you deserve. You won’t have the opportunity to seek more compensation, so never accept anything without a lawyer advising it is a favorable offer.



Get In Touch With A Montgomery Attorney Today To Discuss Your Auto Accident Insurance Claim

These are only three tips to help you successfully approach the auto accident insurance claim process. It's in your best interest to seek advice from a Montgomery car accident attorney for the assistance you need.


At the Law Office of Richard F. Matthews, Jr., we are adept at handling insurance claim negotiations. Unlike insurers, we’re on your side and can help you obtain the compensation you deserve. If insurance companies will not cooperate, we can pursue litigation on your behalf. Get in touch with us here to set up your no-cost, no-obligation consultation. 

The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established. These recoveries and testimonials are not an indication of future results. Every case is different, and regardless of what friends, family, or other individuals may say about what a case is worth, each case must be evaluated on its own facts and circumstances as they apply to the law. The valuation of a case depends on the facts, the injuries, the jurisdiction, the venue, the witnesses, the parties, and the testimony, among other factors. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers. 


The Law Office of Richard F. Matthews, Jr. serves Montgomery County, Pike County, Elmore County, Autauga County, the River Region of Alabama and throughout the State of Alabama, including Montgomery, Troy, Wetumpka Prattville, Selma and Tuskegee. No attorney-client relationship is established by requesting a consultation or emailing Attorney Richard F. Matthews, Jr.. Information submitted in such communication is not privileged and may be subject to disclosure. 

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