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You may be tempted to agree to a request by the insurance company for the negligent trucker or trucking company to give a recorded statement as part of their investigation of your claim. However, this is one of the biggest mistakes you can make as a car or truck accident victim, because it could reduce the value of your claim for compensation for your injuries. Here, we explain the pitfalls of agreeing to this request.
A recorded statement is a question-and-answer session conducted by an insurance adjuster that is tape recorded and later transcribed into a written document. While the insurance adjuster may claim that he needs your statement as part of his investigation in order to settle your claim, this is not true. The purpose of a recorded statement is often to find ammunition to deny or reduce a claim both in settlement negotiation and in court. Here is how giving one can hurt your case:
You are not required to give a recorded statement in order to settle your claim. Your best strategy is to retain an experienced truck accident attorney who can provide the insurance company with any information they truly need. Our skilled lawyers can help you avoid this and other common mistakes that can weaken your case and will aggressively fight for the compensation you deserve. To learn more, take advantage of our free consultation. Call our Bellevue office today to schedule your appointment.
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Bellevue Office
11900 NE 1st Street
Suite 300
Bellevue, WA 98005
Phone: (425) 289-1990
Fax: (425) 289-1991