{"id":2332,"date":"2019-04-15T13:59:03","date_gmt":"2019-04-15T13:59:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/?p=2332"},"modified":"2019-04-15T13:59:03","modified_gmt":"2019-04-15T13:59:03","slug":"should-a-personal-injury-claimant-ever-accept-a-low-settlement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/should-a-personal-injury-claimant-ever-accept-a-low-settlement\/","title":{"rendered":"Should a Personal Injury Claimant Ever Accept a Low Settlement?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Although not common, in a personal injury case, there\nare times when it might make more sense for a claimant to accept a lower\nsettlement than what they believe they are owed. It is important to hire a\nseasoned personal injury law firm to represent your accident claim in order to\nobtain the fullest and fairest amount of compensation for your damages and\nlosses. With a skilled and experienced law firm in your corner, you do not have\nto be concerned about low settlement offers. However, it may help to learn what\ncircumstances could lead some claimants to agree to lower compensation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue reading to learn these scenarios, and where\nget professional legal advice regarding your personal injury claim.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Low Settlement Offers<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

It is never recommended to take a low offer when\nmaking a claim against someone who has caused you serious injuries and damages.\nIn every case, you should always negotiate for the best settlement possible,\nhowever, there are times when it does occur because it is the more sensible\noption compared to taking a claim to trial. Here are three common examples of\nwhen this might happen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u261b The claimant\u2019s case is weak or uncertain because they\nmay not have enough evidence to prove all of the elements of their case in\ncourt. They would be better offer accepting whatever offer is put on the table\nbefore a lawsuit is considered, otherwise, they could walk away with nothing in\nthe end. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u261b The claimant\u2019s injuries and ultimate losses are minor, small, or fairly minimal. For instance, a claim should be intended to recover compensation for losses like medical bills, lost wages, pain, suffering, and similar consequences. If their damages and losses do not mount up to much, and\/or their injuries are insignificant, a lower offer is likely the best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u261b The claimant\u2019s settlement offer is at the maximum of the policy limits, so no more can be paid out even if the settlement seems too low. For example, if the opposing party\u2019s liability insurance policy is set at a maximum of $25,000, and that is the settlement they offer, a claimant is not likely to get more than that even if they are awarded a larger amount in court. Large corporations are an exception to this since they tend to have more money and assets outside of their insurance policies; but a private party may not have the assets to pay out more, even if ordered to in court.\u00a0 In any event, defendants can also file for bankruptcy which can significantly negatively affect any chance of any recovery above and beyond liability insurance policy limits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that once a claimant accepts an offer,\nthere is no turning back. This means that in the case that their injuries\nworsen or their damages add up in cost later on, they cannot make another claim\nfor more compensation. Be sure to have a licensed personal injury lawyer\nworking your claim as soon as possible after the injury or death occurs to\nensure your rights to compensation are fully protected and executed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to Get Trusted Legal Advice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Call The Law Office of Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. at 317-881-2700<\/strong> to make a personal injury claim in Indianapolis<\/a>, Indiana and anywhere else throughout the State of Indiana. We are well-versed and experienced in several practice areas, from slip and fall accident claims, to car accidents, big truck accidents, workers\u2019 compensation, wrongful death, and much more. When you walk into our office for your free consultation, you will instantly feel confident that you are in good hands. Call 317-881-2700 to get started, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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