Always seek immediate medical attention after an auto accident. Internal injuries don’t always have symptoms. Besides, if you don’t seek treatment, the insurance company may later argue that you have exaggerated or faked your injuries. Have you been injured in a North Carolina auto accident? At Speaks Law Firm, we’ll speak for you. Call us […]
What if I suspect the accident was partly my fault?
Never admit fault. Emotions run high in situations like these. You’re likely under stress and not in the right state of mind to evaluate the accident objectively. Let the police investigate the accident. If the evidence shows that it wasn’t your fault, your Wilmington personal injury lawyer from Speaks Law Firm can advise whether you […]
Should I talk to an auto accident lawyer before talking to the adjusters?
You should speak to an experienced Wilmington auto accident attorney before approaching the insurance adjusters. Insurance companies are not your friends: Their job is to optimize costs and turn a profit, not pay you fair compensation. To reduce your payout or avoid making one altogether, the adjusters may try to blame you for the accident. […]
You will not necessarily go to court. If the other driver is indisputably at fault, the insurance company may offer a reasonable settlement. However, if the insurers make a low offer or argue that you were at fault, your auto accidents attorney may need to take the case to trial. At Speaks Law Firm, we […]
I was injured in a car accident. It was clearly the other driver’s fault. I don’t want to sue anyone. I just want to be treated fairly. Do I need a lawyer?
Can you "Do It Yourself"? You are smart. You are organized. You can keep up with your medical bills. You can communicate with the insurance adjuster. You communicate with people about important things all the time. Also, you are not a person who likes to sue people. You are not trying to get rich. You […]
Should I give a recorded statement to insurance adjuster after an injury in auto accident?
The Recorded Statement with the Adjuster Adjuster: “Hi. This is Cindy from Statewide Insurance Company. I understand that you were in an accident. Is that right?” You: “Yes, it is.” Adjuster: “Well I am sorry about that. I am going to process this claim for you. I just need to ask you a few questions […]
Do I need a lawyer to handle my property damage claim after an auto accident?
Property Damage Claims after an Auto Accident in North Carolina Property damage claims arise when your car is damaged in a wreck or collision that was not your fault. The responsible driver’s insurance company will assign a property damage claims adjuster. The adjuster is responsible for resolving the claim in the way that is best […]
I was injured because another driver was texting. How much money will I get for my auto accident if I get the best lawyer possible?
I was injured because another driver was texting. How much money will I get for my auto accident if I get the best lawyer possible? Immediately after an accident, no lawyer can tell you how much money you will receive. Generally, more serious injuries result in larger settlements. However, that is an oversimplification and other […]
Should I give a recorded statement to insurance adjuster after an injury in auto accident?
If you have been injured in an auto accident, you will soon be contacted by an insurance adjuster. The insurance adjuster works for the insurance company, not for you. The adjuster is under no legal or moral duty to protect your rights. The adjuster may be nice and professional. He may tell you that the […]
What should I be looking for in a personal injury lawyer?
Look for Experience, Knowledge, Reputation, and Results I started helping injured people in the fall of 1997. I had just graduated from law school and set up my office. I knew I wanted to work with injured people so I went around to other established injury lawyers’ offices. I gave them my card and asked […]
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