4 Signs That You Should Retain A Wrongful Death Attorney

You should retain Utah wrongful death attorneys if any of the following signs are present:

1. The fatal accident involved an uninsured or underinsured motorist. Approximately 8% of Utah drivers are uninsured, according to the Insurance Information Institute. This creates the possibility that anyone harmed by their negligence will face serious difficulties in obtaining enough compensation for recovery. The victims of an uninsured or underinsured motorist accident may be led to believe that their chances for recovery are slim, but this often is not the case. When an insurer insists that there is no other option, an attorney can tell you whether this is really so, and they can fight for your rights.
2. The deceased accrued substantial medical expenses before death. The greater the cost of a fatal accident, the more an insurance company will hunt for ways to whittle down its settlement offer. They may attempt to settle quickly before the dust has settled and the true price of the accident is clear. If you feel you are being rushed through a settlement, there’s probably more to it than meets the eye.
3. There is a dispute over fault. Finger-pointing is an uncanny way of slowing down the settlement process—no one wants to make an offer when the wind could change. An experienced lawyer for wrongful death who knows how to interpret the evidence and argue convincingly for their client can tip the scales in favor of survivors when negotiations come to a standstill.
4. Your claim is being held up. When the bills start pouring in, few things are more frustrating than a snail’s-pace claim. If your insurance adjuster takes so long to respond that you have concerns about the statute of limitations expiring, an experienced legal team can determine whether something is afoot. 

Delaying a claim is not an uncommon way for insurance companies to short their clients; don’t let it happen to you. Whether your experiences dealing with insurance providers have convinced you that you need legal representation or you would simply like to learn more, Good Guys Injury Law grants free interviews to the survivors of wrongful deaths. To explore your options, call (801) 506-0800.

To learn more about your options following a wrongful death in Utah, call the compassionate attorneys at Good Guys Injury Law for a free initial consultation at (801) 506-0800.