Massachusetts Lawyer Blog

Auto accident laws (in Massachusetts or anywhere for that matter) should exist to protect consumers involved in auto accident claims and settlements, but the victims of car accident injuries will likely tell you the process can be confusing and daunting.  For many, it appears, the laws protect the insurers more than the injured.

Massachusetts personal injury attorneys help balance the equation against the powerful insurance companies as well as keep in check the unfair or deceptive practices that can be employed.  Without a MA lawyer to help assess a Mass. personal injury case (property damage, lost wages, car accident injuries, insurance, medical bills, out of pocket costs, prescriptions, …), how does the average consumer know if a settlement of their car accident claim is in their best interests?  The insurance company/industry wants you to believe they can help you with this and you don't need a lawyer.

This post is the first of five that addresses some of the themes to be on the lookout for when settling your car accident case or questioning whether you need a lawyer at the start of your Massachusetts personal injury case.  In the posts to follow, I'll touch on a few general themes such as: lowball offers, "friendly" adjusters (who aren't your friend), delay tactics, blaming the victim, and fear of trials.  While having an attorney won't necessarily prevent these tactics from arising, your lawyer can deal with these head on and refocus the discussion back on obtaining the highest value for your case.  In sum, the theory behind these posts is: "forewarned is forearmed."