Ask a Bellingham Car Accident Lawyer: Why Do Insurance Companies Deny Injury Claims?
When someone is injured in a car accident, they are typically faced with medical bills and property damage. Depending on the severity of the injuries, they may also incur other damages including lost wages, rehabilitation expenses, and pain and suffering. The best way to receive compensation for damages is through a car accident claim with the at-fault driver’s car insurance company. Unfortunately, insurer’s make it as difficult as possible to recover a fair settlement -sometimes outright denying an injury claim – because their priority is protecting the bottom line. If your injury claim has been denied, you may be wondering “why do insurance companies deny injury claims and how can a Bellingham car accident lawyer help?”
NSC: New Year’s Day Holiday Period Traffic Fatality Estimate for 2021
The National Safety Council estimates that 384 people will die in traffic accidents on U.S. roads this New Year’s Day holiday period and an additional 43,800 will suffer an injury severe enough to require medical attention. While this year is not normal, many will still choose to gather with friends and family to celebrate the new year. As it is with most holiday celebrations, alcohol is almost always involved. More people traveling on the roads combined with more people consuming alcohol, leads to increased traffic accident deaths year after year.
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