Why Some Injury Claims Take Longer
If you’ve been injured in an accident, you deserve time to recover and naturally hope for things to return to normal as soon as possible. Insurance companies understand that lengthy settlement-negotiations aren’t ideal for your recovery, which is why they often reach out to an injured plaintiff sooner rather than later in an attempt to achieve a quick settlement. While this is indeed tempting, a quick settlement can leave you severely under-compensated and without any second chance of reimbursement, which is why the assistance of an experienced attorney is essential to ensure that your rights are protected.
One of the primary goals of your claim is to ensure that you are fully compensated for all medical treatment for your injuries and receive the best-possible care, but there will be unanswered questions in the immediate aftermath of your accident. Doctors may not yet know the full extent of your injuries or the medical treatment that may be necessary, and both points are crucial in determining how much compensation you should receive. Furthermore, some injuries are slow to manifest and not even apparent for some time after the accident, such as in the back, neck, or spine, and your eventual settlement must accurately reflect your injuries and any long-term implications.
Because you and your attorney must determine the full value of your claim, some cases do take longer than others due to the nature or severity of injuries, lengthy negotiations, disputed liability, and other factors, but it’s important to understand that taking more time to reach a settlement is almost always in the best interest of your case. Insurance companies would prefer to reach settlements with injury-victims early in this process when the long-term damage is unclear and the plaintiff is eager to accept any settlement that seems like a large lump-sum of money. Remember that the insurance company wants to pay out as little as possible, so you need a dedicated personal injury attorney who will fight for your rights and ensure that you are fully compensated for all your medical expenses present and future, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to another’s negligence, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. We are a Chicago-based injury law firm representing individuals (and their families) who have suffered an injury in an accident. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.
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