Not without talking to an attorney first. Many of those settlement offers also include waivers, so if you accept it, you are essentially excusing them from any future financial responsibility. Remember that many insurance companies routinely offer low settlements. You could be getting a mere fraction of what you are entitled to. You owe it to yourself to have an attorney evaluate the offer before you accept it.

 


Q: The insurance company is offering me a check, even though the accident happened very recently. Should I accept it?

A: Not without talking to an attorney first. Many of those settlement offers also include waivers, so if you accept it, you are essentially excusing them from any future financial responsibility. Remember that many insurance companies routinely offer low settlements. You could be getting a mere fraction of what you are entitled to. You owe it to yourself to have an attorney evaluate the offer before you accept it.


If your child has been injured, you might not need a lawyer, but before you talk to an insurance adjuster, sign any papers or call a lawyer, read my free 'Texas Child Injury Guide: What You Should Know BEFORE You Call a Lawyer' to learn common mistakes to avoid and how to protect your case. Get your free copy now at www.austininjurylaw.com.

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