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Have you sustained a personal injury due to someone else’s negligence? Then you shouldn’t be stuck covering the expenses.
With healthcare costs constantly increasing, it is important that you do all you can to prevent yourself from falling into debt paying for an injury that wasn’t your fault to begin with. Before you decide to make a personal injury claim, however, there are a few things you should know in order to maximize your settlement:
1. Hire an Attorney—Though you may think you are capable of settling your own personal injury claim, it is always a good idea to hire a personal injury attorney. Negotiating with an insurance company is often a time-consuming, frustrating process. If you’re already dealing with the complications of a personal injury, then you may want to avoid added stress. Additionally, an attorney experienced in personal injury claims will be equipped with knowledge you may lack and will likely be able to secure a higher settlement for you.
2. Keep a Record of Your Symptoms—Having a tangible account of your symptoms will allow third parties to get a more accurate idea of how seriously your injury is affecting your life. Be sure to place a special emphasis on those activities that have been limited or made impossible as a result of your accident and which parts of your body are afflicted.
3. Identify Your Physician(s)—Keep a list of the doctors that are treating your injury, as well as a log of the medicines prescribed and any therapy required.
4. File Early—Waiting to file may hurt the legitimacy of your claim in the eyes of third party participants. More importantly, there may be a statute of limitations that applies to your personal injury claim. Ask your personal injury lawyer if this is something you should be concerned about.
If you have further questions about a personal injury you have sustained or you are interested in hiring a personal injury attorney, then contact our staff at Shea Law Group today! Our attorneys specialize in several areas of personal injury and are committed to getting you the benefits to which you are entitled.
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