Do I absolutely need a lawyer to handle my Massachusetts accident settlement??

Thinking about taking on the insurance companies without a lawyer? Consider these points...

Is it possible to handle the entire process yourself? Negotiate with the insurance company for your own settlement, and save the attorney fees?

Yes it's possible. In Massachusetts, you don't legally need a lawyer to represent to and negotiate your auto accident settlement. But it would almost certainly be a huge and costly mistake. 

Here's why...

Let's assume that you are a top notch negotiator. And let's also assume that you know the Massachusetts auto insurance industry like an insider. And you know exactly how to value your claim - not just your medical bills, but precisely what your pain and suffering, lost wages, other inconveniences, and a host of other potential damages -- you know exactly what they are worth in a legal settlement.

We'll even ignore, for a moment, the mountains of legal, insurance, and medical paperwork you'll be handling on your own. All the phone calls, the time and effort it'll take to get your bills paid for.

If you go in to the insurance company to negotiate for yourself, even given all that perfect knowledge - the insurance company will still low-ball you like nobody's business. 

Why? It's simple. If you aren't an attorney, you can't back up your negotiation tactics with the threat of the lawsuit. And that's the only thing that will get a fair settlement value for your claim. 

The only way to get a fair settlement.

The insurance companies are only interested in the bottom line. It's all a numbers game to them. And they know if they have to go to court, it's going to cost them thousands more in legal fees. 

That's why in 90% of all cases, they are willing to settle to avoid the extra costs. And you'll get a fair settlement quickly. 

There are certainly plenty of times - that other 10% - that they won't make a reasonable offer. So I'm perfectly willing to force them into court. When I know that a jury will fairly assess damages that the insurance company won't acknowledge, then that's the way to go.

A good attorney will virtually always increase the settlement amount far more than necessary to cover his fee. So financially, it's a win-win. 

But there's much more than that. I'm able to provide a lot of other value to you throughout the process.

More than just a check, a valuable service.

What I can offer you as your lawyer is more than just a fair settlement check. I'll handle every piece of paperwork. All of your medical bills will come directly to me, and I'll be the one to make sure they get paid. In many cases, I can even negotiate down the payments on your behalf. 

I can also make sure you get compensated for your lost wages, in many cases, well in advance of when we finally settle your case. That way to don't have to worry about paying your rent and other bills while you are out of work.

Because after an injury, your biggest concern should always be getting yourself treated and healthy again. Let me handle your legal case - it's what I do best - so you can do what it takes to get your life back to normal again.

David Reservitz, Attorney at Law
Boston, MA
(617)523-5010

If you've been injured in an auto accident in Massachusetts, call me to set up a free , no obligation case consultation. I negotiate Massachusetts auto accident claims and settlements everyday. I even legally arbitrate disputes between other lawyers and insurance companies, so you can be sure I know exactly how to value these cases, and I'll know what the best deal is for you. 

You've got nothing to lose by calling. I'll give you some free advice, and you can decide whether I'm the person you want to represent you and fight for you and your auto accident settlement. Call me now at (617)523-5010. 

My law offices are in Boston, MA in the heart of Government Center, and I also have an office in Brockton,  MA, conveniently located off of Route 24. Here are the directions to both.