If Iturned an insurance adjuster’s offer, what happens now?
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If Iturned an insurance adjuster’s offer, what happens now?
My medical bills are $4082. plus the additional bills I added which came to $5793. The adjuster offered me $7000 and in the same phone call said, well I can go $9000 but no higher. I told him that I would discuss it with my spouse and call him which I did. I informed him hat we would not take that offer and he said, well I wanted to settle but I am sorry we can’t and that was the end of the call. What are my options now? Will he call again or do I eat crow and call back and take the offer. I wanted $10,000. Everyone I spoke to said to ask for at least $12,000, so I am so confused. Should I speak with a personal injury attorney? I’m in Russell County, AL.
Asked on July 14, 2010 under Personal Injury, Alabama
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
If the adjuster's offer is too low, you will need to file a lawsuit for negligence against the party who caused your injury. It is possible that as the case proceeds through litigation that it may or may not settle for a larger amount prior to trial. Another option other than trial is arbitration where an arbitrator might or might not award you a larger amount than the present offer. You will need to file your lawsuit prior to the expiration of the statute of limitations, otherwise you will lose your rights forever in the matter. It would be advisable to speak with a personal injury attorney. Another factor to consider is if through further negotiation, the difference between the amount you are seeking and the amount offered by the adjuster is a sufficient difference to warrant litigating the matter.
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