Worrying Trend of Direct Contact by Insurance Companies once Suffered a Road Traffic Accident

There appears to be a new concern arising in relation to claims for Compensation subsequent to Road Traffic Accidents (RTA).

The insurance company of the potential Defendant driver ie the one who caused the accident is sometimes contacting the innocent injured victim directly and offering them sums of money to settle their potential claims. These offers appear to include a sum for any injuries suffered and also any financial loss which the innocent party may have suffered as a result of the RTA.

Now this might seem like a good idea; you get money quickly, you can avoid what you may consider as a protracted legal claim and there is less stress involved. However, the danger with this is that you run the risk of settling your case for a lot less then it could have been worth if you spoke to a Solicitor. The offers made may be only a few hundred pounds when you may find that your case was worth considerably more. There is also the fact that you may be harassed by the insurance company into accepting their offer.

If you are contacted direct by an insurance company then you do not have to talk to them. You are completely within your rights to say that you will be speaking to a Solicitor who will be dealing with the matter on your behalf.

Solicitors are legally trained to settle your case for its real value and not for a nominal amount which the insurance company will offer for quick disposal. We also ensure that you are examined by a Medical Expert who will comment upon long term health consequences and any need for further treatment. We can then usually arrange for you to undergo any medical treatment which you require to ensure that you are as fully recovered as possible before you settle your case.

When you involve a Solicitor, we look out for your best interests and will ensure that you are fully compensated.

In the era of the “No Win, No Fee” Agreement there is no reason not to speak to a Solicitor if you have had an accident. There is nothing for you to lose and potentially a lot for you to gain. If, unfortunately, your case is unsuccessful then you can walk away without suffering any financial loss. However, if you win, you can rest assured that you have received damages which are a fair reflection of any injuries sustained. You should receive 100% of your damages and your legal costs will be paid by your Opponent. Further, you may have received treatment sooner and therefore have recovered quicker. Because the Solicitor is there to argue on your behalf and you therefore never have to deal directly with the other driver’s insurance company or their Solicitors. It is also made a less stressful experience for you.

We are a Firm of Solicitors with Specialist Personal Injury Law Solicitors who would be happy to discuss the circumstances of your RTA with you and whether you have a Personal Injury claim. Our Solicitors are also experienced at running all types of case; ranging from the minor knocks to the more serious injuries.

The first meeting is free of charge and any obligation. We offer the “No Win, No Fee” Agreement along with other funding options. However, the Solicitor will discuss the various funding options with you at your first meeting to ensure that the most appropriate method is used to fund your case.

We regularly help people to restore their lives at what can be a challenging time. We also pride ourselves in helping people to achieve justice for the injuries they have sustained through no fault of their own.