Top 3 Mistakes to Avoid in Car Accident Claims

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, the steps you take—or don’t take—can have a major impact on your case. At M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, we’ve handled thousands of claims and seen the same critical mistakes made time and time again.

Here are the top three mistakes to avoid to protect your rights and maximize your compensation:

1. Waiting Too Long to Hire an Attorney

Time is critical in a personal injury case. Insurance companies will use any delay to question the severity of your injuries or the legitimacy of your claim. If you wait too long to:

• Get medical treatment

• Contact a personal injury lawyer

… the insurance company may argue that you weren’t really hurt. This can result in a reduced settlement—or no settlement at all.

2. Underestimating the Value of Your Claim

One of the most common mistakes accident victims make is devaluing their own case. You may assume your injuries aren’t serious enough or that your case isn’t worth pursuing. The truth? You could be entitled to tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars for:

• Medical expenses

• Lost income

• Pain and suffering

• Long-term impact on your quality of life

Let an experienced attorney evaluate your case—not the insurance company, and certainly not guesswork.

3. Hiring the Wrong Lawyer

Not all attorneys are the same. Choosing the wrong firm can seriously damage your case. Too often, we see people:

• Hiring someone just because they were handed a business card

• Failing to check online reviews, case results, or firm credentials

• Sticking with an unresponsive or inexperienced attorney

While you can switch lawyers mid-case, it’s far better to choose the right law firm from the start. A poorly handled claim is much harder to fix later.

Act Fast. Choose Smart. Get Results.

At M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, we’ve recovered over $800 million for our clients, with thousands of five-star reviews and a proven track record of success.

Don’t risk your recovery. Contact us today for a free consultation—and let us guide you the right way from day one.