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After Ive been in an accident, should I give a statement to the other drivers insurance company or sign any paperwork?

How is a car accident different from a tractor-trailer accident? When do I need an injury lawyer in West Virginia? Where can I get a free consultation? Get answers to your questions at the Miley Legal Group FAQ page. Our experienced attorneys have provided up-to-date responses for the most common questions following a personal injury.

A: At The Miley Legal Group, we unfortunately hear about this type of scenario all of the time: A person is injured in an accident through no fault of their own, and pretty soon they receive a phone call from the other person's insurance company. The insurance representative sounds nice enough, seems concerned about what happened, and even seems to be on the injured person's side. Don't be fooled, though.

An insurance adjuster works for the insurance company and not you. They are not on your side. Their goal is to minimize the amount of money the insurance company has to pay out for claims and to maximize the insurance company's profits. As such, they will often call an accident injury victim and make a low settlement offer in the hopes that a person will accept it before consulting with an attorney. The time immediately following an accident can be confusing and painful, and insurance companies often look to take advantage of accident victims during this difficult stretch.

Giving a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company or signing any paperwork supplied by the insurance company can have devastating effects on your potential to recover proper compensation for your injuries.

To help West Virginia accident victims understand their rights and to point out the key mistakes to avoid if you've been in an accident, The Miley Legal Group has written the book, Avoid the 7 Biggest Mistakes That Will Wreck Your West Virginia Accident claim. The book, which has a retail value of $16.95, is available completely FREE of charge for West Virginia residents. (Out-of-state residents can order the book on Amazon.com).