Memphis Auto Accident Lawyer

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What should I do after a Memphis auto accident? Immediately following an auto accident of any kind, it is important to remain calm. Be sure to seek medical attention for yourself and any other parties who may be injured. Exchange insurance and contact information with all other drivers involved, and contact the police. Particularly if one or more persons are injured, law enforcement will need to be involved. Do not talk to law enforcement about who caused the accident, and do not talk to the other driver’s insurance company if they contact you for a statement. It is important to seek the assistance of a Memphis auto accident attorney as soon as possible.

Can an attorney help me with my insurance claim? Yes. Not only can an experienced attorney assist you in evaluating the true worth of your case and therefore your insurance claim, an attorney can also help you by negotiating with the insurance company and working to ensure that you receive a just settlement for your injuries and property damage. The pressure that a personal injury attorney can put on an insurance company can help discourage the denial or delayed payment of your claim and can make the process go more smoothly and quickly.

What if the insurance company already offered me a settlement? Do I still need to consult an auto accident lawyer? We highly recommend consulting a Memphis auto accident lawyer – even if the insurance company has already offered you a settlement. It is important to get a professional opinion about the amount they have offered you. If you choose to forgo legal counsel altogether, you may find that you are in a position where the settlement was too low to cover all of your expenses.

What type of auto accident claims does your firm handle? At the Law Office of John Whitfield we represent clients throughout Memphis and the surrounding areas with all types of auto accident claims: motor vehicle accidents, bus accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, drunk driving accidents, ambulance accidents, ATV rollover accidents and more.