The Cochran Firm Legal Blog

According to a new report just released from the Florida Highway Patrol, you are more likely to be involved in a car crash in Jacksonville than any other part of the state of Florida. In 2008, Jacksonville was the top city for automobile accidents, which might make the city home to some of the country's worst drivers. There were approximately 14,000 car accidents in Jacksonville in 2008.

After you are involved in a car accident, an insurance adjustor representing the other drivers involved will probably contact you and try to record your statement over the phone. They may even make you an immediate offer in an effort to settle the case. You are not obligated to speak to any insurance adjustors. If you are not represented by counsel, simply refuse to talk to them, and if you do have an automobile accident attorney, refer the insurance company to your attorney.

Insurance companies will do everything in their power to deny you the compensation you deserve. Insurance companies are businesses out to make a profit. Insurance companies will offer you a quick settlement hoping your case will go away. The sooner a case goes away, the less money an insurance company typically has to pay out.

The laws governing car accidents can be very difficult to interpret, and dealing with the insurance companies can be even more frustrating.

With over 25 offices across the nation, the automobile accident attorneys at The Cochran Firm can help you after your automobile accident. Please contact a location near you today.

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