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.
Unlike other personal injury cases, filing a lawsuit against a municipality carries a unique set of rules, standards, and limitations. In order to file a claim against the City of Milwaukee, you must comply with the Wisconsin Statutes, Section 893.80, which sets out the process and procedure for bringing a claim.
If you are looking to file a claim against the City, here is what you should know.
Claims against governmental bodies such as the City of Milwaukee require specific procedures to be followed. Unlike claims against private entities, a notice of claim is to be served upon the City of Milwaukee within 120 days of the incident giving rise to the claim. For such reason, it is crucial to consult an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
Before you sue the City for damages, you should speak with a personal injury attorney. Cases involving a municipality’s alleged liability are very difficult to prove and carry rigid procedural standards.
There are special procedures that must be followed relating to the claims process before your can even file a lawsuit in Court against the City.
The Wisconsin Statutes require you to submit several types of materials to the City Clerk’s Office:
If a City of Milwaukee employee causes an accident while in the course of employment, then the City of Milwaukee can be held liable for the negligent actions of its employee. In this circumstance, you will need to file a claim against the City and follow the required procedures relating to City claims.
Claims against governmental bodies require compliance with special procedures in order to preserve your claim. For such reason, you should reach out to an experienced Milwaukee personal injury attorney for assistance. A lawyer can help you evaluate your claim, identify your sources of recovery, and prepare for any relevant defenses. While you may think you can go it alone, it is vital to engage the help of a professional who will work to ensure you are positioned to recover as much compensation as possible, so you can move forward with your life.
Contact Natasha Misra Law today to schedule a free consultation by calling our office at (414) 210-3834.
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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