How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help After an Injury
It’s true that many people are able to get compensation for accidents and injuries that weren’t their fault by filing insurance claims, whether it’s through their own coverage or the coverage of the people who injured them. But that’s not something you should count on—and even if you do get compensation, there’s no guarantee it will be enough money to cover all of your expenses.
Hiring a lawyer to help with something you can do on your own may seem unnecessary, but it can be one of the most important steps you take after an injury. Here’s why:
- A lawyer can help you get more respect from the insurance company.
Insurance companies take notice when victims have lawyers representing them. They know they can’t get away with offering lowball settlements or denying victims’ claims outright as easily as they do when they don’t have legal representation.
- A lawyer can help you get more money.
It’s not always easy to calculate how much money an accident will cost you. You can add up your medical bills and lost wages, but that’s often just the tip of the iceberg. Your accident may keep costing you years into the future, and an experienced lawyer can calculate those costs and demand you get paid for them.
- A lawyer can give you peace of mind.
When you hire a lawyer, the insurance company can’t contact you anymore. Instead, they have to go through your lawyer. That, plus knowing your claim is being handled by professionals, can make it easier for you to sit back, relax, and focus on getting better.
After an accident that wasn’t your fault, get an experienced Roanoke personal injury lawyer on your side. Contact Skolrood Law Firm today for a free consultation.
