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A Guide To Personal Injury Claims

Personal injury claims can be a difficult process, especially in the face of trauma. However, you are entitled to compensation if you are injured and there is a legal precedent for said compensation. There are many reasons for a personal injury claim to be filed, including psychological trauma, car accidents, orthopaedic injuries, and many more. 

In order to complete your claim, the first step you should take is contacting a personal injury lawyer. They are experts in the field of personal injuries and will be able to advise you on the necessary steps to take for your unique situation. However, there is always a process for these claims, and they often follow a very similar pattern. 

5 Steps to Filing a Personal Injury Claim

1. Contacting a Personal Injury Lawyer

As we have already discussed, the first step to a successful personal injury claim is to contact a lawyer who practices in this area. Personal injury lawyers will advise you on the likelihood of receiving compensation, and can refer to their past cases to give you relevant information. 

2. Filing the Claim

After seeking the advice of a personal injury lawyer, you should then proceed to deal with your insurance company. Make sure that you have the facts clear, and there is a coherent story that accurately reflects the events of the injurious situation. It is also important to go about this step quickly, so that the facts are fresh in your memory, and the insurance company has ample time to respond. In most circumstances, this will be done in conjunction with your lawyer so that they are with you through every step of the process.

Personal Injury Claim form

3. Proceeding Through the Investigation

After your insurance company is apprised of the situation, they will launch an investigation into your claim. This could involve checking medical records, interviewing you and any witnesses, reviewing police reports, if necessary, estimating the cost of damages to you and any property, and anything the insurance company deems necessary for the investigation. Here again, dealing with your lawyer will prevent unnecessary pressure or untoward behaviour from the insurance company.

4. Making Your Claim

After the initial investigation, it will be time for you and your personal injury lawyer to sit down and iron out the claim details. This is where the monetary details will be ironed out, and it is helpful to do it at this time because everyone will be on the same page. Therefore, the details of the incident will be correct, and there will be no need to debate what is or isn’t part of the claim.

5. Review & Closure

After you have submitted your claim demands, the insurance company will review the details and compare them with the notes gathered by the claim investigator. There may be some back and forth, but in some cases, your lawyer will be able to handle these in your stead. Eventually, an appropriate amount will be agreed on by both parties, and the healing process can begin for you and your loved ones. 

Find the Right Lawyer

A big part of this process is finding the right personal injury lawyer to represent you. That is why this is such a crucial step in the early phases, and depending on the lawyer that represents you, it can make a huge difference. You want to find a lawyer who will work with you, give accurate legal advice, and attempt to provide you with your just due while upholding the principles of the legal system. 

If you need help collecting compensation for an injury you’ve suffered be sure to contact Edwards Injury Law. Edwards Injury Law has successfully fought for the injured for over 25 years. Move forward with dedicated help from a personal injury lawyer, contact us today if you or someone you know has been in an accident or injured.