If you have been in any form of a serious accident, you are going to be rattled and emotionally on edge after the fact. You’ll also have to deal with several different people and agencies, ranging from law enforcement and fire personnel, doctors, insurance providers and attorneys representing the party who is at fault.
If you’ve been injured, then you are going to be feeling overwhelmed as well. Trying to work through what can be a complicated process can test even the hardiest of souls. That’s why it makes good sense to hire an accident lawyer to protect your rights and make sure that you can focus on healing as quickly as possible, allowing you to resume your normal life at the earliest possible time.
An attorney who specializes in handling accident cases will be able to draw upon years of experience and keep a bad situation from becoming even worse. They will aggressively defend your rights and defend your interests, making sure that any financial impacts as a result of your accident do not work against you.
An accident attorney’s value starts immediately because that is when you will be contacted by the other side’s insurance company, opening the possibility for negotiations to find a way to settle any damages, pain and suffering or medical bills you have incurred. Insurance companies must pay attention to their bottom line and will seek a fast and low settlement amount which you might be tempted to accept without someone negotiating on your behalf. Because an attorney deals with insurance companies all the time, they will be able to represent your interests from a position of strength, helping you to realize the maximum amount you may be entitled to.
An attorney will also bring objectivity to your situation. Removing the emotional quotient will allow for clear-headed decision making and will help to resolve your case in the shortest time possible.
Bowser Law serves clients in communities throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire.