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7 Things You Might Not Know About Your Herndon Car Accident Case
You probably thought that when the glass finally settled and the tires stopped screeching, that the worst was over. Unfortunately, the aftermath of a Herndon car accident can be just as daunting. There is a lot of uncertainty following an accident, including the extent of your injuries, who is responsible for your damages and whether your life will ever get back to normal. It is a scary time not only for the victims, but for their family members as well.
If you have been involved in a wreck, it won’t take long before you start feeling overwhelmed and confused about what needs to be done. When there are serious injuries involved, the situation only gets more complicated. The insurance company might become a challenge to work with and there might be a discrepancy about who was at fault. You need to make sure that you understand what to expect in the days, weeks and months after the accident.
Below is a list of 7 things you might not know about your accident case:
- The insurance adjuster will not be looking out for your best interests. You have to remember that the adjuster works for the insurance company and his or her loyalty belongs to the insurer.
- You need to seek medical attention when you are injured. Don’t try to be brave by ignoring the pain you feel after an accident. Not only could it be bad for your health, but also delaying medical treatment could impact your accident case.
- The insurance company might use various tactics to avoid paying you. There are many tricks that insurance companies have been known to use, from delaying your claim to disputing your medical treatment. Make sure you do not fall for one of these tricks.
- There is a deadline as to when you can file a personal injury claim. This is known as a statute of limitations. You need to speak with a Herndon personal injury lawyer to find out what deadline applies to your case.
- If the other driver was not insured, it doesn’t mean you can’t recover damages. You need to check your own insurance policy to find out if you have uninsured motorist coverage. This type of insurance is designed to cover your loss when a driver who doesn’t have insurance injures you.
- When you sign a release form and cash the insurance company’s check, your case is over. You cannot go back later and try to collect additional money, even if you discover that your injuries were more serious than you originally thought.
- You might not need a lawyer. In some situations, you can handle your case on your own. However, when there are major injuries involved or fault is being disputed, you may benefit from the assistance of an attorney.
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