I’ll admit that I am biased against insurance companies. As a trial lawyer who represents injured and disabled people, the insurance companies are my adversaries in each and every case. Years of practicing law have shown me that regardless of what the insurance companies say in their advertisements, they are more concerned with profit than with doing what is right. Insurance companies are in business to make money and they make their profit by taking in as much as possible in premium payments and by paying out as little as possible in claims.

These truths apply not only to the other guy’s insurance company, but also to your own. A person who files an insurance claim, whether against their own policy or against a negligent third-party’s policy, is viewed by the insurance company as a liability and an expense. And liabilities and expenses are to be avoided, eliminated or at least reduced at all costs.

In spite of the millions insurance companies spend on public relations campaigns, truth be told, you aren’t “in good hands” and they aren’t there “like a good neighbor.” While the insurance companies’ claim adjusters may appear to be kind and helpful, don’t be fooled. What you perceive as kindness and helpfulness is actually a well-rehearsed act intended to reduce your fear or mistrust. And worse yet, if the claims adjuster is genuinely nice and helpful, it most likely is because the insurance company feels that it is coming out on the winning end and will be paying you less than you truly deserve.

If you or a loved one has suffered injuries and has an insurance claim, contact me today for a free consultation. I will use my experience, knowledge and resources to achieve the best possible results for you and your family.