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Answers to Common Personal
Injury Questions
At Modesitt Law Firm, PC, we have represented clients throughout Indiana and Illinois who have suffered after an accident. After reading through the list of frequently asked questions below, call our office in Terre Haute at 812-234-3030 to schedule a consultation. You can also email us, and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
I have been in an accident but I wasn't badly hurt. Do I need to file a claim?
Yes. Although an injury may seem minor, pain can worsen as time goes by. Even a minor injury can result in missed work, medical bills and physical problems later in life. Filing a claim can protect you from hardships that may occur later but are a direct result from the accident. Always call the Modesitt Law Firm, PC, to assess your accident and options.
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Most injury claims are handled on a contingent fee basis. At Modesitt Law Firm, PC, you do not owe us anything if we do not win your personal injury case. We have collected more than $75 million in settlements for our clients.
Why should I call Modesitt Law Firm?
We will represent YOUR best interests. Insurance companies hire experienced attorneys to help keep THEIR costs at a minimum – you don’t want to face them alone. We will help you recover money for lost time at work, medical bills and future inconveniences resulting from the accident. We will help you get medical treatment immediately but defer payment for your treatment until later to make sure you are compensated for all your medical bills. We have more than 50 years of combined experience both in and out of the courtroom. Modesitt Law Firm, PC, has earned a reputation of honesty and integrity among our clients and peers.
When should I call a lawyer?
There are time limits for making claims and if you wait too long and the deadline passes, your claim will be barred. It’s important that you get legal advice promptly. The longer you wait, the harder it can be to find witnesses and gather evidence that can reduce or even prevent your compensation.
Should I take a settlement offer from an insurance adjuster?
Do not take the money. It is extremely important for accident victims to have a lawyer’s knowledge and guidance when deciding what to do after a settlement offer. Even if your injuries are not obvious now, there is a possibility they will appear later down the road. An experienced attorney can provide you with an assessment of your potential losses. If you sign away your rights now, you may discover that your injuries are more serious later on. It is important to remember insurance adjustors are not on your side, and they are looking pay you as little as possible.
Can I pursue a personal injury case if I am partly to blame for an accident?
Yes, in most cases and in almost every state, it is possible for injury victims to receive compensation even if they share blame for the crash.
I was in an accident and the other driver was at fault but has no money or insurance. Is there any use of making a claim
Yes. In most cases, your own insurance may pay you benefits even if the driver who hit you has no insurance.
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