No one wants to be in an auto accident, but chances are that at some point in time you will be involved in an accident. Car accidents can also be one of the most disorienting, frightening and potentially painful experiences you can go through, so it is important to have a plan of what to do in case one occurs.
The aftermath of an auto accident leaves those involved with unfamiliar situations because they are forced to deal with their property loss and personal injuries sustained in the collision. Although we all see insurance company advertisements proclaiming to have your best interests at heart, the reality is their slogans could not be further from the truth. Insurance companies are in the business of making money, period. Comprehending this concept is essential to recovering the money that you are lawfully owed after you have been in an auto crash.
Because most personal injury attorneys do not handle their client’s property damage, it is important that people know their rights following the collision. The at-fault driver’s insurance company is responsible for several things. Very first, they must either pay to have your vehicle fixed or, if the repairs exceed the value of the vehicle and the vehicle is therefore “totaled”, they must pay you the particular fair market value of your car. Second, when the insurance company decides to fix your car, they must pay for the “loss of use” of your car. Many insurance companies do this by setting up a rental car for your use while your motor vehicle is being repaired. Last, most insurance companies will never tell you this but if they decide to repair your automobile, you are possible entitled to your vehicles diminished value. Diminished value represents losing market value of your vehicle due to the destruction caused by the collision even though the vehicle has been properly repaired. It is a separate claim that should be made after the insurance provider has paid to get your vehicle repaired. After the diminished value amount is determined, the insurance company must write you a check for that amount.
One of the most important thing that can be done after an auto accident is to get proper treatment for your injuries you sustain in the accident. You owe it to yourself, your family, and all of the people that depend on you to put your body back in the position it was before the accident happened. Seeking treatment right after the accident in addition to following through with physical therapy or additional doctor recommendations is essential. Not only is it extremely important for your body, but also for your personal injury case. When insurance policy adjusters evaluate injury cases, the first thing they do to determine the case’s value is look to see when the person first sought remedy and did they follow through with their treatment options on a consistent basis. Once your doctor informs you that your treatment is complete, it is time to settle your individual injury claim.
An experienced Texas attorney located in Dallas, Texas will provide intelligent, practical, and aggressive legal counsel on auto accident cases. From making sure their particular clients get the proper treatment to maximizing the case’s value, Titans Legal has been committed to bringing rights to those who are hurt in auto incidents. When the outcome of your own legal situation can depend on the quality of your legal counsel, it is important that you retain an accident attorney who is fully dedicated to safeguarding your legal rights and representing an individual in a court of law. If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, contact Titans Legal today at 214-488-8888.