02/12/2020
Trick #1: The Insurer Demands a Recorded Statement
Why do insurance companies like recorded statements? We can assure you that the company is not really interested in your version of events.
Instead, insurers use these statements to discredit your case. For example, the adjuster interviewing you might slip in comments or questions that undercut your claim:
“You weren’t in that much pain, right?”
“You weren’t really paying attention to what was going on….”
“You can’t be sure you used your turn signal…”
These questions and comments are designed to get you to agree with them and show that your injuries aren’t serious or that you are partially responsible for the accident, which will reduce your compensation.
Trick #2: The Insurance Company Requests a Broad Medical Release
The injuries you suffered are a legitimate focus in any car accident claim. However, some insurance companies try to get a blanket release that allows them to obtain all medical records, even if they are not related to your accident. The company then pores over the records looking for any pre-existing injury. All of this is done to reduce the amount of money they pay.
Trick #3: The Insurance Company Claims You Don’t Need a Lawyer
Expect insurance companies to pretend to be looking out for your best interest when they say, “Oh, a lawyer will only cost you money. You can settle the claim without one.” Trust us: the company is looking out for its bottom line. You will probably receive more compensation if you hire an attorney than if you try to settle your claim yourself. Insurance companies know this. When you hire Beloryan & Manukyan you don’t pay anything until we win your case. Click link in bio for a free consultation with one of our attorneys.