Should I Give a Statement to the At-Fault Insurance Company after an Accident?

After a motor vehicle accident in northern California, the at-fault insurance company may ask you to provide them with a statement. Although seemingly innocent, the attorneys at Berg Injury Lawyers know that giving any statement to an insurance company is risky. That’s because insurance adjusters are well-trained at getting you to admit certain things that can negatively affect your case. This includes using certain statements you have made to shift fault against you or lower the amount of money you may be entitled to under the law.

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Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage

Let’s face it, healthcare costs are skyrocketing – even for basic and non-emergency treatment. But if you’re in a car accident, the attorneys at Berg Injury Lawyers know that even the cost of a common injury like a broken bone can overwhelm most families.
Fortunately, there is a way to protect yourself by purchasing additional insurance coverage. Individuals and their families can purchase uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage, sometimes call “UM” and “UIM” insurance. This type of coverage is in addition to your regular auto insurance and is used only for you and your family. That means your premiums go back to you, not another party.

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