Is it worth it to get a lawyer after a car accident?

Insurance Forum Auto Insurance
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EquityElaine said:
In cases where liability is disputed or it’s hard to manage, a lawyer can handle the negotiations and medical bills. They know the legal side, so you don’t risk messing it up yourself.

Thanks, really helpful advice. Going through this has been a lot.

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Any tips on dealing with the legal side alone? I’m trying to avoid more fees.

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EquityElaine said:
Any tips on dealing with the legal side alone? I’m trying to avoid more fees.

It’s a balance, honestly.

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Depends on how complicated your claim is. I went through something similar with my kid’s daycare accident, and even as an experienced adjuster, it was stressful.

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Vic said:
Depends on how complicated your claim is. I went through something similar with my kid’s daycare accident, and even as an experienced adjuster, it was stressful.

Thanks, I appreciate it! This whole process has been a lot, and it’s comforting to hear from someone else who’s been there.

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I think people should have a lawyer for unexpected issues. Sometimes injuries show up later, and it’s best to have someone advising you.

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Any other advice for handling things when it gets messy?

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EquityElaine said:
Any other advice for handling things when it gets messy?

It’s worth considering all angles.

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Well, isn’t that the question. People think a lawyer will fix everything, but sometimes it just costs more. Important to weigh if it’s worth it based on your situation.

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Anyone with tips on handling insurance hassle alone?

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EquityElaine said:
Anyone with tips on handling insurance hassle alone?

Best of luck. It’s tough.

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Trying to get through all of this, any advice helps.

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EquityElaine said:
Trying to get through all of this, any advice helps.

It’s a process for sure.

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Still finding my way through all this.

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EquityElaine said:
Still finding my way through all this.

Stay strong!

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Anyone else have experience with similar claims?

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EquityElaine said:
Anyone else have experience with similar claims?

Just went through something similar, really exhausting.

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Got questions about dealing with insurance.

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EquityElaine said:
Got questions about dealing with insurance.

Good luck.

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Here’s when I’d hire a lawyer:

  1. If the insurance company won’t pay what they owe.
  2. If I don’t want to deal with all the bills and documents.
  3. If I’m confident a good lawyer will help me more than the cost.