I see it all the time, people want to find out how to get compensation for injuries without filing lawsuits. I realize that nearly all of our clients want to avoid a lawsuit. Most detest the idea of filing suit for the sake of money. It sounds greedy and offensive. Not the kind of activity that we “Nebraska nice” Midwesterners are known for. I get that.
I grew up in a small town. My wife and I chose a small Nebraska town to start our family and raise our children. In Nebraska, most of us treat others the way we’d like to be treated. A lot of big-city people don’t follow that rule. I guess they figure they’re anonymous. They don’t know you and you don’t know them. So, where’s the harm in honking, yelling, or suing you?
So, yes, I understand your natural objection to bringing a lawsuit. But, if you're one of the many that is wondering how to get compensation for injuries without filing lawsuits, keep reading.
There's Good News and Bad News
You’re probably thinking, “I don’t want to sue anyone, I just want to be treated fairly for my injuries.” Well, I have good news and bad news.
- The good news is that recovering on your claim against the other driver doesn’t typically involve going after the other driver or their assets. It’s usually all about collecting insurance money. There is seldom anything personal about it. The law requires that every car owner carry insurance to pay for their driving mistakes, so you can stop worrying about harming or bankrupting the other driver. Besides, the decision to file a lawsuit is yours alone—not your personal injury lawyer’s.
- The bad news is that insurance companies leverage your natural aversion to personal injury lawyers and lawsuits against you. The other guy's insurance company will always advise you not to involve a Omaha personal injury lawyer. Expect to hear comments like, “If you get a personal injury lawyer, he’ll make all the money” or “You don’t need a lawyer, we’ll treat you fairly.” So, despite a lack of knowledge and experience in these matters, some people avoid hiring a Omaha personal injury lawyer. Which means they will never receive the full value of their case.
Why You Need an Omaha Personal Injury Lawyer to Help With Your Claim
You pose absolutely no threat to the insurance company you’re trying to negotiate with. When the insurance adjuster tells you that’s all the company will pay, it’s game over. Without an Omaha personal injury lawyer who could do something about the low-ball offer, you’re done.
You see, the ability to sue the insurance company is the one important tool that you don’t possess. So, you’re prevented from negotiating with your adversary on a level playing field. You will always be at a huge disadvantage and never receive the full and fair compensation you deserve.
If you don’t want to file a lawsuit, good for you. But, do yourself and your family a favor and review your claim with a personal injury attorney who has the knowledge and experience to negotiate the full value of your case. Someone who has the common sense to understand that a lawsuit is seldom required. A personal injury lawyer who will be your strong advocate without behaving like a bull in a china shop. Someone who will listen carefully to you and follow your instructions. After all, you were the person injured.
Sometimes, “nice” people need help speaking up for themselves, and when that happens, our Omaha personal injury lawyer will be here to help. Contact us online or give us a call at (308) 872-8327 to schedule a free, no-cost case review today!