How Do I Know If I Need A Personal Injury Attorney After A Car Accident?

by Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC on April 26, 2010

in Buffalo Car Accidents

Many individuals who are involved in minor accidents in Buffalo choose not to retain a lawyer.  While this may work out if that person turns out not to have any serious injuries, in cases where that person’s injuries turn out to be worse than originally thought, they may regret their decision.

Under New York law, an individual’s own auto insurance company will initially pay his or her medical bills and lost wages.  As a result, many individuals may feel they do not need a lawyer.  Unfortunately, if the pool of money available from his or her own insurer is used up and the injured person still needs medical treatment, is unable to work or continues to suffer other damages as a result of the accident, he or she will regret not retaining a lawyer to seek compensation from the party responsible for the accident. 

If you are injured and choose not to hire a lawyer, the insurance company involved in the car accident may even offer you some compensation to settle any claim against them and their client.  While it may seem like a good idea to take this money and avoid having to pay any legal fees from the proceeds of the settlement, it is rarely a good idea to do so.  Most individuals do not have the experience to properly analyze the value of their injuries, while an experienced personal injury will know how much to seek and will pursue full value from the insurance company.

If you were involved in an auto accident and suffered injuries, even if they seem minor, please feel free to call my office at (716) 542-5444 to speak with me regarding your case.

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