If Your Insurance Company Fails, You Need an Accident Lawyer

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February 19, 2026

Collecting damages following an automobile accident can be a frustrating experience when the claimant attempts to handle the case on their own. Insurance company claims adjusters are trained professional negotiators who look for any technicality they can find to deny or lessen a claim. Claims agents are primarily responsible to the company and their insured driver, while only being responsible to the claimants to the extent of insurance protection maximums and the restrictions of the law. This is especially important in "at fault" states like Florida where the negligent driver is liable for the damages. When the respondent insurance company uses bad faith negotiation tactics, it is always vital to retain an experienced accident lawyer like the legal professionals at Shamis & Gentile P.A. to handle the claim.

Why You Need Accident Lawyer Representation

Automobile accident cases are often costlier than an injured victim realizes. However, insurance company claims adjusters realize when they may be able to convince a claimant to drop a claim or accept a low-ball offer. A Miami accident lawyer is a trained negotiator who understands how certain factors can impact a case in terms of receiving whole damages. Claims that are being strongly contested for any reason commonly become lawsuits, which requires the expertise of an accident lawyer in Miami who understands how to navigate the legal system and present a successful claim for maximum damages.

What a Miami Accident Lawyer Can Do

Attorneys are officers of the court just like police personnel and can conduct a separate investigation into an accident on behalf of their injured client. Insurance company claims adjusters are usually quick to attempt influencing the officials who are performing the wreck reconstruction, which injured claimants typically cannot do. Insurance companies handle claims daily and know how to get ahead of the curve in defending claims as company policy. An accident lawyer understands this tactic, moving quickly to address any claims of fault or comparative negligence as soon as they are retained.

Contact an Accident Lawyer in Miami

Time is of the essence in an accident case because evidence can evaporate quickly, and studies show that injured accident victims receive more financial compensation with an attorney. Anyone in the South Florida area who has been denied a claim for an accident injury should call Shamis & Gentile P.A. accident lawyer in Miami FL for a full case evaluation.

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