Armed with the right information, anyone can handle a personal injury claim without a lawyer. Attorney Joseph Matthews provides strategies for handling every stage of the insurance claim process including how to: protect one's rights after an accident; evaluate what a claim is worth; handle a property damage claim; avoid insurance company run arounds; obtain a full and fair settlement; save thousands in attorney fees.
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The industries that are supposed to help people when they are injured actually make receiving compensation more difficult, asserts the author, who is a lawyer. According to Matthews, the health, insurance, and legal communities, more concerned with profit than genuine assistance, make the essentially simple claim process long and confusing. His book sets out to help individuals cut through the red tape when filing and pursuing a personal injury claim. It clearly and thoroughly outlines the basic principles of liability, insurance coverage, the valuation of the claim, negotiating, and finalizing a settlement. The inclusion of tips on state-by-state variations in time limits on filing and monetary thresholds, plus advice on what to do if the accident is caused by a government agency, makes this an essential purchase for public libraries.
- Joan Pedzich, Harris, Beach & Wilcox, Rochester, N.Y.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
- Joan Pedzich, Harris, Beach & Wilcox, Rochester, N.Y.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Can help you handle your own personal injury claim without slipping on a legal banana peel. (San Francisco Examiner 20060502)
"Finally a book that takes the mystery out of personal injury claims.... consumers can confidently handle claims against insurance companies and save the cost of legal fees." (Los Angeles Times 20070302)
"An essential purchase." (Library Journal 20090101)
"Explains insurance coverage, the compensation formula, the demand letter, settlement negotiation, and the formal settlement document." (Reference & Reseach Book News 20090101)
I had no idea there were self-help books like this out there.... It's awesome. (Donna K. K., El Cajon, CA 20090101)
An essential purchase. (Library Journal 20090101)
Finally a book that takes the mystery out of personal injury claims.... consumers can confidently handle claims against insurance companies and save the cost of legal fees. (Los Angeles Times )
Explains insurance coverage, the compensation formula, the demand letter, settlement negotiation, and the formal settlement document. (Reference & Research Book News )
"Finally a book that takes the mystery out of personal injury claims.... consumers can confidently handle claims against insurance companies and save the cost of legal fees." (Los Angeles Times 20070302)
"An essential purchase." (Library Journal 20090101)
"Explains insurance coverage, the compensation formula, the demand letter, settlement negotiation, and the formal settlement document." (Reference & Reseach Book News 20090101)
I had no idea there were self-help books like this out there.... It's awesome. (Donna K. K., El Cajon, CA 20090101)
An essential purchase. (Library Journal 20090101)
Finally a book that takes the mystery out of personal injury claims.... consumers can confidently handle claims against insurance companies and save the cost of legal fees. (Los Angeles Times )
Explains insurance coverage, the compensation formula, the demand letter, settlement negotiation, and the formal settlement document. (Reference & Research Book News )
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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I would recommend you buy this book which is published by Nolo Press, which is probably the most prominent self-help legal publisher. It is a very good overview and covers alot. If you had to buy one book only, this is it.
I had also bought "Car Accident Secrets" which is written by an insurance "insider". I don't really recommend it. It only provided general/basic info. which is covered by Joseph Matthew's book. Good luck.
I had also bought "Car Accident Secrets" which is written by an insurance "insider". I don't really recommend it. It only provided general/basic info. which is covered by Joseph Matthew's book. Good luck.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I had a boating accident (I was a passenger) in 2001. I heard terrible stories from people who had hired lawyers and ended up with nothing. I bought this book and after 2 years of medical procedures & appointments, when I was done, I composed a letter requesting $85,000 from the insurance company (who had already been paying all my medical bills), State Farm. The policy was for $100,000 and the boat owner had only made one month's payment. I figured I would negotiate down to $65,000 minimum. I reasoned that if I ended up having to get a lawyer, I would ask for the $100,000 and end up with $66,000 (lawyer would get 30 percent). With my letter, documentation and before, during and after pictures, State Farm ended up awarding me $90,000. $5,000 more than I had requested. I highly recommend this book, but you must be thorough and patient. It's a lot of "legwork". A lot of research and stuff, but who knows your "pain and suffering" better than you. Certainly not a lawyer!!! The money is gone, but I used it to keep my paralyzed 83 year old mom at home with a caregiver until she passed away!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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This book gets to the point. It covers many areas of claims. Easy to understand and great examples. It personally worked for me. Well worth the purchase. I'm keeping this book in my library for any, heaven provide, possible future needs.
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Do it yourself wisdom
I'm still dealing with the insurance company on a minor accident that happened 6 months ago. This book prepared me to deal with these massive institutions and make my best case. Read more
Published 1 month ago by cbeckj24
Very good book
I used this book for submitting a claim following a bicycle-SUV accident. It is very thorough and has a lot of examples. Read more
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Extremely helpful book
I was rear-ended in 2010 just 18 days after I purchased a brand new car. This car immediately lost its value and I was injured in the crash. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Reenee
Bought After My Car Accident
I bought this book after my car accident and recommend it highly - I will not need a lawyer after reading this and can write my own demand letter.
Published 17 months ago by soccermomteri
Great price, good info.
This book is fine, just as described. Only problem is that it is two editions too old and it clearly is just basic info.... Read more
Published on September 5, 2009 by C. Denny
Helped alot...
This book has helped me tremendously in dealing with my insurance company after a complicated auto accident. Read more
Published on July 2, 2009 by God Lover
Helpful to explain the basics of your case.
I would certainly recommend this book if you are considering a personal injury claim against someone. Read more
Published on January 7, 2009 by KW Wright
Excellent book
This is an excellent, easy to understand book. It offers a clear way to evaluate the value of your claim. Read more
Published on October 28, 2008 by Scott
The Do-It-Yourself Guidebook for
This is the second NOLO book I've bought ("patent it yourself" was the first), and I'm equally impressed at its organization and vital usefulness. Read more
Published on September 6, 2008 by W. Mantzel II
Not what I needed
This book is very vague especially relating to car accidents. I had much better luck with Car Accident Secrets. Read more
Published on July 20, 2007 by Mark Davis
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