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What should I do when an insurance company asks about my
injuries?
Immediately contact Stanger Injury Centers. We will help to advise you and
protect your medical rights. Often the insurance company behind the one
who caused your injury will contact you to take a statement which they will

then use against you later. The insurance company investigator will look to
gather information from you to prevent you from obtaining the treatment
you are entitled to.

How soon after the accident should I consider getting a lawyer?
Quickly. To be safe, you should talk to an attorney as soon as possible,

especially if the injuries are severe or a death has resulted. All too often
valuable evidence disappears, witnesses move, memories grow dim and
the practical ability to prove your case may diminish. When you are being
treated by Stanger Injury Centers, an attorney can also provide you with
guidance concerning unpaid bills and getting needed treatment. Legal

advice can also be useful if you have questions about the settlement value
of a claim, your insurance policy’s terms, or suspect bad faith on the part of
your insurance company. Contact Stanger Injury Centers at 1-561-498-
4300.

Will the other person’s insurance company pay my medical bills?
It is highly unlikely they will pay your medical bills if the case or claim is on-

going. However, “out of pocket” medical bills may be factored into the final
value evaluation and ultimately the settlement value of your case.

Will the other person’s insurance company pay my lost wages?
Again, probably not as long as the case is going on, but “out of pocket”
wage loss and lost earning ability should also be factored into a final value
evaluation and settlement of your case.

Will the other person’s insurance company pay me an “advance” for

my injuries and then reach a final settlement later?