When you’re injured in a car accident, everything changes in an instant - your health, your finances, and your peace of mind. Whether the crash happened in Appleton, Green Bay, or anywhere else in Northern WI, we want to help. At Natasha Misra Law, we understand what you’re going through and are committed to helping you get back on your feet—physically, emotionally, and financially.
Let’s take a look at something that can become a major roadblock to your recovery, the insurance companies, and how a car accident attorney can help you.
When you’ve been in a car accident, insurance companies may seem helpful at first, but their primary goal is to minimize what they pay out. Here are some common tactics they use to deny or reduce your claim:
Offering a Quick, Lowball Settlement: Insurance companies often push for a quick settlement, offering a sum far lower than what you may actually need. They hope you’ll accept before realizing the full extent of your injuries and financial losses. It may seem tempting, especially if you have medical bills piling up, but accepting this early offer can leave you short on funds later when more expenses arise.
Disputing Liability: Even if it’s clear that the other driver was at fault, insurance companies might still try to argue that you were partially or fully responsible for the accident. In Wisconsin, your compensation can be reduced if you're found partially at fault due to the comparative negligence rule. Their goal is to reduce their liability and, ultimately, your payout.
Downplaying Your Injuries: Insurance adjusters often question the severity of your injuries, suggesting that they aren’t as serious as you claim or that they were pre-existing. They may request access to your medical records, hoping to find something that weakens your claim.
Delaying the Process: By dragging out the claims process, insurers hope you’ll become frustrated and settle for less just to resolve the situation. The longer they wait, the more desperate accident victims can become, leading them to accept a lower offer than they deserve.
Pressuring You to Make Recorded Statements: Insurance companies may ask for a recorded statement soon after the accident, hoping you’ll say something they can use against you later. These statements can be taken out of context and used to downplay the severity of the accident or your injuries.
Understanding these tactics is key to protecting your rights and making sure you receive the compensation you deserve. At Natasha Misra Law, we know how to deal with these insurance company strategies, and we’re here to fight for your best interests every step of the way. Don’t let them push you into a settlement that doesn’t reflect your true losses, let us handle the negotiations for you.
Natasha Misra didn’t just become a personal injury attorney by chance. Helping people has always been her passion. She saw the devastating effects car, motorcycle, and truck accidents could have on individuals and their families. People are often left facing mounting medical bills, long-term disabilities, and the loss of essential things like their ability to work or their only vehicle. Natasha founded her firm to make a difference in these people’s lives by offering personalized attention and aggressive representation, and she can help you too.
We want to get you back on your feet and on the road as soon as possible. Our Milwaukee law firm represents all personal injury claims on a contingency fee basis, meaning you do not pay unless we win. Contact Natasha Misra Law today for a free consultation. Let us help you secure the compensation you deserve. Your recovery starts here.
A car accident can seriously impact your life - especially when someone else’s negligence is to blame. From the pain of serious injuries to mounting medical bills, it may feel as though you will never fully recover.
There are several important steps you need to take to ensure you are protecting your right to compensation in the wake of a serious car accident. Fortunately, you can hire a personal injury attorney who works with car accident victims who can help you every step of the way.
In this blog post, we will walk through some of the key steps that car accident victims should take in order to recover physically, emotionally, and financially.
The very first step you should take in a car accident in Milwaukee is to call the police - no matter how serious (or seemingly minor) your injuries are.
The responding officer will record the details of the incident and capture them in an official accident report. You will be able to request a copy of this report from the Milwaukee Open Records Office. Once you make the request, the copy will be mailed or emailed to you.
If you are unsure of how to request a car accident report in Milwaukee, your attorney will obtain a copy of the report. The report will contain important information such as the name of the at fault party, insurance information, and the names of any witnesses.
As soon as possible after the accident, be sure to also take photos of the accident scene - including your injuries and the damages to both vehicles. Additionally, speak to any eyewitnesses. Take down their contact information and names in the event you need to speak to them later about their recollection of the accident.
If you are unable to take photos of the damage at the scene of the accident, you should take photos of any damage to the vehicles or injuries shortly after the accident.
Never delay seeking necessary medical treatment after a car accident. Regardless of whether you think you can receive compensation for your car accident injuries, seek any and all treatment that you need. This will allow you to heal physically while creating a record of the injuries you sustained.
If you have questions about medical treatment after a car accident, your attorney should be able to help. At Natasha Misra Law, we make sure that our clients receive the medical care they need to fully recover.
As soon as possible after the accident - and once you’ve received the medical treatment you need - assess the damage to your vehicle. At Natasha Misra Law, we also help our clients with the process of repairing or replacing their vehicle at no additional fee.
No matter how serious your accident, it is recommended that you speak with an experienced Milwaukee car accident attorney. Your attorney will file the necessary insurance claims to seek compensation for your physical, emotional, and financial damages.
Numerous complications can arise when it comes to filing a claim. If the other driver was uninsured, you may choose to file a claim for your own uninsured motorist coverage, but often, insurers will limit the amount owed to you. And when you file a claim against the other driver’s insurance if he was insured, adjusters often limit your damages award as much as possible in order to protect their bottom lines.
A skilled personal injury attorney can investigate the facts of your case, request an accident report, collect your medical records and bills, and present your file in a way that maximizes your settlement amount.
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, contact Natasha Misra Law today to schedule a free consultation.
My law practice is dedicated to helping people who have suffered injuries in accidents which were not their fault. Born and raised in Milwaukee, I come from a family of medical professionals. My background and experience help me understand and represent individuals injured in accidents.
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