Following a bicycle accident, you are not required by law to discuss your accident with the insurance company. In fact, it is actually recommended that you do not discuss any of the details of the accident until you have spoken to a personal injury lawyer.
Insurance companies are notorious for trying to find holes in your story and using the answers you give to them as a way to pay you as little as possible. These companies are not on your side, they are just looking out for their own bottom line.
If you or a loved one was involved in a bicycle accident, there are three rules you can follow to avoid damaging your case when the insurance company calls, which include:
- Do not allow the insurance adjuster to record your statements – You are under no obligation to give a recorded statement to anyone regarding your bicycle accident. If the insurance company asks to record what you say, you have the right to say no.
- Do not confide in your adjuster – The insurance adjuster is not your friend and they will take anything you say and use it against you. If you choose to discuss the accident with the insurance adjuster, stick to the facts and do not delve into what you think happened, how you feel/felt, what you could have done, etc.
- Do not admit fault – The insurance company is going to try and pay you as little as possible following a bicycle accident. If you make any statements that could demonstrate you were at fault for the accident, you risk having your claim denied.
After a bicycle accident, the best way to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve for your damages and injuries is to talk to an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. The lawyers at 844 See Mike are not only experienced in dealing with confusing bicycle laws, but also with insurance adjusters looking out for their own bottom lines.
At 844 See Mike, we represent clients in Illinois who have suffered personal injuries from a bicycle accident, as well as family members who have lost a loved one in a road accident caused by the negligent or reckless conduct of another person. We know that when a bicycle collides with a vehicle weighing at least 2,000 pounds, the odds are not in the cyclist’s favor and the results can be tragic.
It’s important to consult with an experienced Chicago bicycle accident attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights and determine if you have a valid personal injury claim or wrongful death claim against a reckless or negligent driver. If you were injured in a bicycle accident, contact 844 See Mike, for a free consultation.
We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at what we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at 844 See Mike, we put People, First.
Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 900 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 120 five-star reviews on Google. Call 888-572-0176, e-mail us at michael@agrusslawfirm.com or schedule a meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.
