When it comes to injuries, your mind is generally focused on treatment rather than your insurance status. But an injured person without insurance could be concerned with high medical bills thus opting out of treatment. However, it’s possible that you could obtain compensation for your medical expenses and other damages if you successfully settle a …
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Can A Personal injury lawyer represent you in another state?
While you are on vacation or a work trip in another state, the last thing on your mind is an injury. Unfortunately, people are injured all the time while outside of their state of residence, and questions arise as to where the injured party should seek legal counsel. Do you hire a personal injury attorney …
What To Expect In An Injury Settlement With Progressive Insurance
Call (888) 281-6991 to Speak with Personal Injury Lawyers For Free What Is Progressive Insurance? What Types of Insurance Do They Provide? How Large Are They? Progressive Insurance is an incredibly popular car insurance company that is constantly advertising across the United States. They market themselves “progressive” and are leaders in car insurance coverage. Co-founded …
You Should Expect Progressive to Undervalue Your Claim
Progressive, like every other insurance company, is a for-profit corporation. The claims adjusters have incentives to settle claims for less than they are worth. Selling claims short makes the company money.
You need to put yourself in a very strong negotiating position right from the start. Since the insurance industry follows a manual that lists the value of a claim, they will closely adhere to the script, so to speak. You must have the evidence to convince them to deviate from their guidelines.
Be diligent about collecting all of the police reports, medical records, and bills generated from your crash. Also, take photos of your car, the other driver’s car, the scene of the auto accident, and your injuries. A claims adjuster will know that going to trial may lose the company more money, which in turn can cause them to increase their settlement offer if you are well prepared when negotiating.
You Should Expect Progressive to Offer You A Small, Quick Settlement
If you’ve been in a Denver auto accident, Progressive might send an adjuster out to see you if you suffered injuries from the car crash. If you file a claim against a person insured by Progressive, the company will assign a claims adjuster to evaluate the insured and company’s liability to you.
Depending on the situation, the claims adjuster might give you a quick settlement for your trouble shortly after the car accident. Offering a quick settlement puts money in a person’s pocket a few days after the accident. Progressive might also include an agreement to repair your damaged car and cover your medical bills for the 30 days immediately after your auto accident, along with a small amount of money for other damages.
Do I Need a Lawyer?
A quick and easy settlement sounds like a good deal on the surface. If you only have a few bumps and bruises, then it is great. The problem arises when those bumps and bruises are actually more serious injuries. What if you accept the quick settlement, but what you thought were bumps turn out to be nerve damage or a severe sprain? You are stuck.
Taking a settlement offer and signing a release means that you cannot file another claim against the driver Progressive insured. A release is a contract, and its terms may be enforced in court. Therefore, you should not sign a release without having an experienced Denver personal injury attorney review it first.
In fact, the best option might be to reject the quick settlement offer and wait until you are certain that you do not have long lasting injuries and all of your medical treatment is complete before you negotiate in earnest.
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Our Experienced Denver Car Accident Lawyers Can Help
Negotiating with claims adjusters is very difficult. The best option for you might be to have skilled personal injury lawyers negotiate on your behalf.
At Zinda Law Group, our Denver car accident attorneys have successfully negotiated settlements with Progressive Insurance and will work hard on your behalf to reach a fair and just resolution of your claim.
Call us today at (800) 863-5312 to receive your free consultation with a skilled Denver car accident lawyer.
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Common Causes of Gas Explosions
About the Causes of Gas Explosions A gas explosion occurs when there is a gas leak combined with an ignition source. A variety of explosive gases exist, including methane, propane, natural gas, and butane. These gases are widely used throughout the world for heating purposes. Over the years, thousands of people have been killed in gas explosions, …
What Causes Gas Explosions?
Often, during the coldest seasons of the year, we hear of gas explosions where an entire family is killed as a result of a faulty gas heater or leak in the gas lines. Recently, we have heard of troubling situations where the gas lines coming to and from a home simply wear out or rust, allowing gas to escape.
Any type of fire, flame, or even a spark can set off accumulated pockets of gas. In September 2010, a natural gas pipeline explosion in a San Francisco suburb ignited a massive fire that killed 4, injured dozens more, and leveled 37 homes. Several residents in this neighborhood had reported the smell of gas weeks before the explosion, but according to reports, the natural gas utility that owned the pipeline never responded to the calls for help. The explosion was investigated and believed to have occurred due to worn-out couplings and pipelines along the street. Below are a few of the major causes of gas explosion:
- Improper use of gas furnace, stove, or appliance, including leaking due to gas lines being hooked up incorrectly
- Old, worn-out, rusty gas lines coming from the street into your home
- Defective equipment, including gas grills, acetylene torches, and other equipment that uses gas as a power or fuel source
- Violations of codes and standards governing the safe handling of gas or propane
- Faulty manufacturing procedures used in building gas tanks for automobiles
A number of shocking cases have occurred where auto manufacturers have utilized sub-standard products when installing gas tanks in certain automobiles and trucks. Many of these cases have resulted in the gas tank exploding during a minor auto accident. Tragic events like gas explosions can leave families devastated. Family members who do survive may require a lifetime of medical care, medications, and procedures.
Our Gas Explosion Lawyers Can Help
If you or a family member has sustained an injury from a gas explosion, Zinda Law Group will fight tirelessly to help you seek the compensation you deserve. These types of lawsuits are often very complex, but our gas explosion lawyers understand the laws governing the gas and propane industry, which are upheld by numerous federal, state and local agencies, and have helped clients in cases where a manufacturer or supplier was found to be at fault.
To learn more about your legal rights, call Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 for your free consultation with one of our experienced gas explosion lawyers. Meetings with attorneys by appointment only,
What Is A Store’s Liability For Trip And Fall Accidents?
CALL (800) 863 5312 TO SPEAK TO A TRIP AND FALL LAWYER TODAY Firstly, what is a slip and fall or a trip and fall accident? A slip and fall accident is when someone is injured when they slip on something on the floor, like a wet floor after mopping or a liquid spill. A …
Should I Give a Recorded Statement to the Other Driver’s Insurance Company?
After a car accident, there are a lot of steps to take and formalities to follow. If you have never been through the process before, it can be overwhelming and you might not understand exactly what is required of you. The other driver’s insurance company will contact you, but what if they ask you …
Does Car Insurance Cover a Bicycle Accident?
Riding a bike is a great way to enjoy fresh air while also getting exercise. Unfortunately, however, accidents involving both bicyclists and vehicles can be deadly, as cyclists are not afforded the same protection as motorists are. For this reason, you may be wondering: “does car insurance cover a bicycle accident?” Fortunately, the answer is …
U.S. Dog Bite Statistics (2023)
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), over 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States. Of those people bitten, children are the most common, often suffering severe injuries. It might be surprising to know that dog bite incidents usually take place when people are doing everyday activities while …
How to Attract the Right to Your Firm
Summary In this episode, Zinda Law Group CEO and founder, Jack Zinda talks about finding the right attorneys to your firm.Discussed in this Episode: What type of attorneys do I need? Create a scorecard Finding ideal candidates The hiring process Screening, testing & Interviewing What Type of Attorneys Do I Need? This might seem obvious, …
5 Reasons You Should Never Admit Fault In a Car Accident
Right after a car accident, it might feel natural to apologize to the other party, even if the accident isn’t your fault. However, you should never admit fault in a car accident and avoid saying anything that may sound like an admission of guilt because it will then be much more difficult, if not impossible, …
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