Should You File a Personal Injury Claim After an Accident in Arizona?

The last thing you want to deal with after an accident where you sustained injuries is fighting an insurance company. Insurance companies are well-known to employ tricky tactics to avoid paying victims. They may not answer your calls or ask you questions to get you to admit some guilt, they have many strategies to ensure they pay out the least amount of money to victims. 

Every year there are millions of accidents across the country. These accidents come with many negative outcomes, including the fact that they are very costly. The economic impact on the country in 2017 was over $75 billion according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. There is a wide range of damages that determine how expensive an accident is for the parties involved. 

If you have been hit by a negligent driver in a crash and sustain injuries, the cost to you may be significant. You need to protect your legal rights and obtain the most compensation after your accident as possible. The experienced Phoenix serious injury attorneys at ELG will fight on your behalf so that your best interests are represented.

Should You Sue Or Not After A Car Accident In Arizona?

After a car accident, it may take a moment for the reality of what happened to kick in. When you are injured you will need to seek medical attention. Depending on how bad your injuries are, you may need more intensive treatment and therapy to help you recover. The costs associated with ongoing care are high. If you are having difficulty working or cannot perform your job because of your injuries you will also be losing out on your income which is not an easy situation to be in for most people. On top of all this, you may have car damages that require you to take your vehicle to the shop. 

When faced with all of these challenges, it is natural to figure out how to tackle the costs. You shouldn’t have to pay for your damages and losses out of your pocket when you were not at fault for an accident. The party who caused you the harm is responsible and their insurance company must be held accountable for your costs. 

Sometimes people think that you have to be in an accident with catastrophic injuries and damages, such as loss of life of a loved one or a totaled vehicle to have a valid case. Anyone who is injured in an accident has the right to have their costs taken care of by the negligent party. If you aren’t sure about the strength of your claim or you don’t know what steps to take to file a claim, you should speak with an Arizona automobile accident attorney at ELG. Our team can examine your claim and provide you feedback on your best options.

Your lawyer will look at all the details in your case and figure out the total calculation of both economic and non-economic costs. They will also advise you on what to do and not to do during the claims process. For instance, the insurance company is likely to give you an offer especially if they know you have legal representation. They will do what they can to offer you a low settlement so they can get rid of the case and not have to deal with your legal team who is going to fight to make sure you get as much money as possible. You should always consult your lawyer before signing anything or accepting anything from the insurance company.

Have Your Case Seen By An Arizona Personal Injury Attorney Today

There is a two-year statute of limitations to file your claim in Arizona if you need compensation. Don’t all that time to run out, thus losing your ability to recoup your costs. 

Call ELG at 623-562-3838 today to discuss your accident during a free consultation at either of our locations in Phoenix and Mesa, Arizona.