General Personal Injury FAQs — Oakland

• ❓An adjuster told me “You didn’t see a specialist..” Can a Oakland personal injury lawyer still help?
  Yes. Adjusters regularly say “You didn’t see a specialist.,” even when liability and damages are strong. We document fault with police reports, witnesses, and experts, then negotiate with carriers like Cure Auto Insurance. If they won’t deal fairly, we prepare for a out-of-court settlement following litigation and pursue full compensation.
• ❓What should I do if State Farm says “You saw a chiropractor, not a medical doctor.” after my Oakland crash?
  Insurers like State Farm often use lines such as “You saw a chiropractor, not a medical doctor.” to stall or minimize claims. Even injuries like facial nerve paralysis can be life-changing. In Oakland, we gather medical proof, challenge delay tactics, and, if needed, push for a final judgment entered by 260th Judicial District Court — outcomes in our files include results up to 724K.
• ❓The insurance company says my treatment wasn’t necessary — do I have options?
  Absolutely. Carriers (e.g., GuideOne Insurance) often second-guess medical care to cut payouts. For clients such as a senior citizen hit in grocery lot with knee replacement after accident, we use treating-physician opinions, imaging, and billing audits to prove care was reasonable and related to the crash.
• ❓Will a gap in my medical care ruin my case in Oakland?
  Not necessarily. Life, work, and delayed onset symptoms happen. We explain the timeline and connect you with appropriate providers. When adjusters say “You didn’t follow doctor’s orders.,” we counter with consistent documentation so the insurer can’t weaponize normal scheduling gaps.
• ❓Do I have to take a low offer or can we fight for a better result?
  You never have to accept a lowball. We negotiate hard with insurers, and when needed we move toward a final judgment entered by 260th Judicial District Court. Our case histories include results such as 814K. The goal is simple: fair compensation for your losses in Oakland.
• ❓How do I respond if the adjuster claims my injuries were pre-existing?
  Even if you had prior issues, the law in Oakland allows recovery when a crash aggravates a condition. We show the before/after difference with records and expert testimony — critical for injuries like degenerative disc disease from trauma. Don’t accept “The bills are higher than reasonable market value.” at face value.