Lying to Reduce Insurance Costs
Insurance premiums add up quickly, and it can be tempting to fib or omit information in the application process to lower your payments. Here’s what you should know before doing…
Why is the insurance putting used parts in my car after an accident?
Some people are frustrated by the use of used parts to repair their vehicle after an auto accident, especially when they were not at fault. They might suspect the shop…
If I already have a chiropractor, do I need an attorney?
After an accident, you are probably just trying to get healthy and get your life back on track. If you already have a chiropractor it is natural to trust that…
What difference does a lawyer make?
I recently had a client come to me with a diminished value claim (when another person’s insurance has to compensate you for your damaged vehicle’s lost value). On his own,…
Questions Answered: what do I do with my accident settlement money?
This is a question many ask about their accident settlement money. There are many scary stories out lately indicating the growing concern that many Americans are not adequately saving for…
Questions Answered: should I give a recorded statement?
Answer: not right away, but you may have to eventually. There are times when you will be required to give a recorded statement. However, if you’ve already given one to…
Questions Answered: I was wrongly cited. What do I do?
Answer: Just because a citation was issued does not automatically make someone at fault for the accident. Additionally, just because someone is at fault for the accident it does not…
Questions Answered: my insurance was lapsed. What happens now?
Answer: First, whether you had insurance at the time of the accident does not change what party was at fault. However, there are times when having insurance can be to…
Questions Answered: how do I find out if the other driver was drunk or on drugs?
Answer: If the police responded to your accident they will typically write a police report. On a traditional police report in Arizona, the second page of the report will indicate…
Questions Answered: is my car worth less after an accident?
Answer: Probably. This is called a diminished value claim. It is common knowledge that a vehicle is worth less after an accident. However, the loss of value has to be…