Getting into an accident or getting injured due to someone else’s carelessness can leave you with thousands of questions. You may be unaware of what is next, who will pay for your injuries, how you will cope, and more. 

Additionally, many victims make the mistake of not consulting injury attorneys Huntington Beach which significantly lowers their chances of getting a fair settlement from the insurance company. Although the law does not obligate you to hire an attorney, proceeding with your case without an attorney can make your claim challenging. 

Let us look at the consequences you will face if you do not hire an attorney. 

Personal injury cases are complex. 

Even if you are sure that your injuries occurred due to someone else’s carelessness, there are various things that you need to prove to get compensation for your losses. When you attempt to file a case yourself, you may miss out on crucial evidence that the insurance company may reject. 

You may still be recovering. 

Physical injuries take a while to heal. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you will still be in recovery and miss out on collecting crucial evidence to prove negligence. For example, you would not be able to walk or go out as you need complete rest. You need an attorney who will collect evidence to build your personal injury claim during this period. 

Negotiation with the insurance company is not easy. 

The insurance company will investigate your claim correctly when you file the claim. The insurance company or the opposing attorney will negotiate by offering you a settlement offer. The company will roll out a settlement that, in most cases, would not be enough. During the negotiation period, you may feel that you get the best offer. However, this is far from reality. 

You can negotiate with the insurance company to ensure that you recover financial compensation for all your damages. Without an attorney, you may settle for less. Additionally, once you accept the settlement offer, you will no longer be able to demand compensation again. Lastly, if the negotiations do not work in your best interest, you will be required to take your case to trial. You need an experienced attorney to fight for your rights and get the most out of your claim during the trial. 

Violate your personal rights. 

When you approach the claim, various parties will be involved who will try to violate your rights and manipulate you to waive your personal rights. The victim does not even realize that their rights are being violated most of the time.