One of your first considerations in choosing a lawyer to represent you for personal injuries should be that the lawyer is board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Also, a lawyer with a good reputation in the legal community can add to the value of your claim. The defendant’s insurance company takes both the reputation and board certification of the lawyer in consideration when evaluating an injured person’s claim. The evaluation process also takes into consideration how much is at stake. For example, a big factor in evaluating a claim is the amount of the policy limits. Insurance companies do not have to disclose the amount of their policy until after a lawsuit has been filed. One of the first things that the attorney you hire to help you with your compensation claim will do is find out the amount of the policy. If it is a minimum limit policy and there are significant injuries, a demand can be made for the entire policy. If the case does not settle, a lawsuit will be filed and a request for disclosure of the insurance policy will be made. Without a lawyer, there is a good chance that the injured person will not be informed of the amount of insurance involved. Most health policies today require reimbursement of their benefit payments if there is recovery from a third party. This means that if your health insurer paid for the medical expenses and you settle your claim you will be required to reimburse the health insurer for those expenses. Many times your lawyer will be able to negotiate a reduction of that reimbursement possibly saving you thousands of dollars. If you had no health insurance and there is a hospital or physician lien, then the lawyer can also negotiate a reduction in that reimbursement as well. Personal injury claimants generally receive a larger settlement when a lawyer is involved because the insurance company appreciates the threat of litigation expenses. If you do not have an attorney, it is hardly a fair argument between you, the insurance company, and their settlement computer program.
About the Author:
Mark Long has handled thousands of injury claims with remarkable success. He has the education, experience and specialization to help you in your time of need. Mr. Long’s impeccable reputation of being a gracious and prepared wrongful death lawyers will add true value to your claim for compensation. If you have been injured, immediately contact Mr. Long’s office and take advantage of his strong reputation for achieving top compensation settlements and verdicts in Texas.
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