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Lawyer TV ads: A Word to the Wise
Did you know that there are companies that offer pre-written and pre-shot T.V. commercials for personal injury attorneys? You’ve probably seen one. Sometimes a famous actor is used (like Robert Vaughan, William Shatner or Eric Estrada). Other times an attractive … Continue reading
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Mistakes After an Accident – Misrepresenting your Activity Level
Biggest mistake #10 out of the “Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Accident Case,” misrepresenting your activity level. Insurance companies routinely hire private investigators to monitor people who claim they were injured in an accident. With advances in technology, … Continue reading
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Mistakes After an Accident – Failing to Attend all Medical Appointments
Biggest mistake #9 out of the “Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Accident Case,” Failing to attend all medical appointments or having “gaps” in treatment. Clients who miss appointments or who stop and begin treatment after several weeks or … Continue reading
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Mistakes After an Accident – Statements to your Doctor
Biggest mistake #7 out of the “Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Accident Case,” Making damaging statements to your doctors. You need to be aware that any statement you make to your doctor can show up in your medical … Continue reading
Mistakes After an Accident – Waiting to Hire a Lawyer
Biggest mistake #5 out of the “Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Accident Case,” Not hiring or waiting too long to hire a lawyer when injuries may be serious. Often times a personal injury attorney can spot potential problems, … Continue reading
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Mistakes After an Accident – Referred to a Doctor by a Lawyer
Biggest mistake #4 out of the “Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Accident Case,” getting referred to a doctor by a lawyer immediately after an accident. This can make jurors highly suspicious. Particularly if this is the first and … Continue reading
Mistakes After an Accident – Giving Too Much Information
Biggest mistake #3 out of the “Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Accident Case,” Giving too much information to the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Often time the other insurance company asks you to give a “recorded statement” and sign … Continue reading
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