Indiana car accident lawyer explains the car accident claims process.
Every Michigan City car accident case is different and brings its own set of challenges. As a general rule car accident cases have two components presuit or claims, and if the case doesn't settle, litigation. In the claims or presuit process your Michigan City car accident lawyer will take on the following activities to help resolve your case. The Claims Process
Interview the client
Interview potential witnesses to the car accident
Investigate the accident scene which includes taking photographs and/or video of the scene
Take photos of the cars or trucks involved in the accident
Identify all people or corporations that may be responsible for your injuries
Notify all parties' insurance companies and identify the amount of insurance coverage available
Counsel the client regarding issues in the case including damage to the cars, injuries, work limitations, and medical treatment
Hire expert witnesses if necessary
Obtain all the client's pre and post accident medical records
Provide the necessary information to the other party's insurance company in an attempt to resolve the claim
Negotiate the best possible settlement with the other party's insurance company
Discuss all aspects of the settlement negotiations with the client and counsel the client as to the best possible course of action
If the case is able to be settled, negotiate any outstanding health insurance liens and/or medical bills
If the insurance company is not being fair with the client, counsel the client on the pros and cons of filing a lawsuit against the other party/ies
Deliver the settlement money to the client, and if there are special circumstances, provide counsel to the client regarding settlement money options
