No, you are not required to hire a lawyer after a car accident in Tennessee. However, having an experienced car accident lawyer in your corner will likely improve your outcome. The Insurance Research Council’s report titled ‘Auto Injuries: Claiming Behavior and Its Impact on Insurance Costs’ found 85% of all personal injury dollars are paid to those who hired a lawyer. According to the Consumer Panel Survey of Car Accident Victims, ‘Paying for Auto Injuries,’ settlements for car accident victims were 40% higher with the assistance of a car accident lawyer than without representation.
You don’t know what you don’t know. Searching the internet, attending free consultations and talking with confidants will not replace a car accident lawyer‘s detailed approach to your personal injury case. Obtaining admissible evidence is required. Producing medical records and bills may not be enough to prove your damages. Tennessee requires proof of fault to recover compensation.
Missing deadlines can end your car accident case. Tennessee has a one year statute of limitations for personal injury claims and three years for property. Failing to file your lawsuit on time and in the right court will terminate your right to car accident compensation. Insurance company promises do not extend timelines. An experienced car wreck lawyer knows how to navigate deadlines established under Tennessee law. Not to mention Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure (currently 72 rules excluding sub rules)
Personal Injury Damages require proper calculation. It’s hard to know whether you received a fair settlement offer if you don’t know how to calculate damages correctly. Internet damage calculators are not a reliable source of information. Full compensation requires an understanding of the proper amount in your situation. An experienced car accident attorney will make sure no insurance money is left on the table.
Negotiation is a skill acquired by experience. Most Tennessee auto accident injury cases are settled before trial. However, maximizing settlement requires knowing how to get the top dollar offer. Understanding The likelihood winning, the value assessed to similar cases and the coverage of the defendant’s insurance or assets must be weighed at various stages.
Injury Attorney Fees & Costs are only due if you win. Represented clients generally recover more based upon insurance industry reports should make the decision easy. Navigating the legal system alone is called acting ‘Pro Se’. A car accident lawyer is not required to file a lawsuit and obtain a judgment, but keep in mind the insurance company already has a team of lawyers working against your case. If you can obtain more net compensation without the work why would you want to take this risk?
If any of these situations apply to you then call Car Accident Lawyer George Angelopoulos at 615-422-7171. If your situation below is not listed, but you have questions we are happy to listen, tell you what we think and how you should proceed.
1. Your auto accident injuries are serious.
2. The insurance company is not repairing your vehicle.
3. The adjuster says you are at fault for the car wreck.
4. You can not go back to work because of the accident.
5. You were working when the car accident happened.
6. A minor was injured in the wreck.
Just ask. At 615 Lawyer if we think you are better off (meaning you get what you need and will likely obtain more money without us) then we will tell you. George is not here to waste your time. This is part of the free consultation. We provide value to our clients. Just look at our long list of 5 star reviews.
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