Q: What if I already signed something after my West Palm Beach truck accident?

A: If you have survived a West Palm Beach truck accident, you might be tempted to think the worst is over. Unfortunately, there are people out there who can still do you harm in your accident long after your injuries begin to heal. For example:

• Your car insurance company : Whether they’re offering you a settlement, or want your signature “for their records,” insurance adjusters will try to get you to sign something as soon as possible. This way, they can offer you a drastically reduced settlement before you have had a chance to tally up the costs of the crash.
• The trucking company’s adjusters : By contacting you days after the accident for confirmation of events, the trucking company is protecting its interests. Depending on what you say, they can use the information to refuse to cover your damages.
• The trucking company : Truckers are often coached on what to say after an accident. They may offer for both of you to sign an “accident report” from their company that involves a clause of no-fault. Unfortunately, failure to read the fine print has left many victims unable to pursue a claim later-and who thinks of reading the fine print after a major car accident?

Of course, now you know that you should not have signed any documents after your accident. But can these companies really hold you to a document signed after severe trauma? Maybe not. An experienced Florida semi accident attorney may still be able to get you compensation in your case, even after you signed a document with your insurance company. Contact Fetterman & Associates today for more information at 561-845-2510.