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Four More Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Liberty, MO Car Accident Injury Case

In "Four Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Liberty, MO Car Accident Injury Case" our Liberty, MO car wreck lawyers discussed mistakes that Missouri accident victims often make that can ruin or seriously damage a personal injury claim. Here are four more mistakes to watch out for.

5. Settling your case before you know the full extent of your injuries
It is not uncommon for a Liberty, MO traffic accident to cause financial stress. A quick settlement can seem like an easy way to deal with the medical bills that are piling up. However, if you settle too soon, you may not get the full value of your claim.

Why not?

In order to get a reasonable insurance settlement, you need to able to provide proof of all of your medical expenses. If you settle while you are still being treated for your injury, you won't be able to provide this proof and you will have to pay for any future medical treatment. Our Liberty, MO auto accident lawyers suggest that you wait until you understand the full cost of your injuries before accepting a settlement. You will probably need to wait until you have finished treatment for your injuries or have gotten as well as you are likely to get before you can calculate your medical costs.

6. Assuming that the other driver's admission of liability means the insurance company will pay your claim
The other driver admitted he was at fault. This means his insurance company will pay your damages, right?

Maybe not.

The insurance company doesn't want to pay costly settlements. They will start looking for evidence that you were at least partly at fault in order to reduce your claim, especially if you are unwilling to take their initial low settlement offer.

7. Failing to understand insurance liens
Missouri accident victims are surprised to learn that their health insurance or Medicare may put a lien on their settlement. Having a Liberty, MO accident attorney on your side may help you protect your settlement and keep you from paying the health insurer more than is necessary.

8. Believing that the insurance company is trying to be fair
Insurance companies are corporations. The insurance adjuster may be a sweet, kind person who wishes you the best, but it is his or her job to make sure they pay you as little as possible. If you are offered a settlement, consult with a Liberty, MO car crash lawyer before you sign anything.

To discuss your claim with a Liberty, MO auto accident lawyer, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 and ask to schedule a free consultation.

For more information about Missouri injury claims, request your free copy of our book, 10 Essential Steps You Must Take To Protect Your Injury Claim.

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