When you are injured in a car accident or because of negligence on another person’s property, you will have to jump through a few different hoops before getting the compensation that you need to recover your health. One of those hoops is learning how to deal with an insurance adjuster. It’s vital that you understand how to protect yourself before speaking with a representative of your insurance company so that you can ensure that the settlement you get is fair. Want someone to guide you through the process so you can get the most compensation possible for your claim? Get in touch with the experts at RRBH Law today. Otherwise, take a second to read through some of our tips below. What an Insurance Adjuster Does The first thing that you need to understand—so that you can get a better idea about how the claims process works—is to learn what exactly an insurance adjuster does. First things first—the insurance adjuster works for the insurance company. They don’t represent you. In fact, their job is to pay out as little as possible to increase the profits of the insurance company. This fact is important to understand because they are in control …
Insurance Litigation: What Can I Expect When I Sue My Insurance?
When you file a claim with your insurance company, you have to hope that the amount they decide to pay will be fair. One of the most common reasons that we pursue lawsuits against insurance companies is for “bad faith” practices, where your company fails to act in your best interests. Your company may refuse to settle or negotiate your claim, instead betting on the idea that you will back down and avoid challenging their decision. If the settlement you get is not fair, you might have to consider insurance litigation. Suing your insurance company might seem like a daunting task. They’ve probably got a team of lawyers. They deal with this type of thing all the time. Meanwhile, you have probably never had to handle a lawsuit ever before in your life. It’s enough to discourage you from pursuing a settlement that is rightfully yours, but should it be? You pay your insurance to cover you when disaster strikes, and you deserve compensation when they fail to fulfill your duty. The litigation process can be stressful, for sure, but you can get through it if you know what you’re in for. Here’s what to expect when you decide that …