Here's how it typically works (and how people make mistakes they later regret): The insurance company offers you a minimal dollar amount in exchange for your signing a document promising that you will not file a lawsuit. This usually happens rather quickly after the car accident takes place. Insurance companies will often discourage you from obtaining an auto accident lawyer so they can pay less to resolve your claim.

While it's tempting to want to be done with the whole ordeal, please DO NOT sign anything or accept an insurance company check without consulting an experienced personal injury lawyer. You can jeopardize potential compensation you are due, and waive important rights that help to protect your interests.

Contact an automobile accident attorney at Chalik & Chalik Law Offices.