General Personal Injury FAQs — Vinton

• ❓How do I respond if the adjuster claims my injuries were pre-existing?
  Even if you had prior issues, the law in Vinton allows recovery when a crash aggravates a condition. We show the before/after difference with records and expert testimony — critical for injuries like compound fracture of the leg. Don’t accept “The damage doesn’t match your account of the crash.” at face value.
• ❓What should I do if Elephant Insurance says “The pain you’re describing is subjective.” after my Vinton crash?
  Insurers like Elephant Insurance often use lines such as “The pain you’re describing is subjective.” to stall or minimize claims. Even injuries like implantation of pain pump can be life-changing. In Vinton, we gather medical proof, challenge delay tactics, and, if needed, push for a jury awarded damages in 14th Judicial District Court — outcomes in our files include results up to 1.96M.
• ❓An adjuster told me “There’s a question about your seatbelt use..” Can a Vinton personal injury lawyer still help?
  Yes. Adjusters regularly say “There’s a question about your seatbelt use.,” even when liability and damages are strong. We document fault with police reports, witnesses, and experts, then negotiate with carriers like Western National Insurance. If they won’t deal fairly, we prepare for a pre-trial settlement in 14th Judicial District Court and pursue full compensation.
• ❓The insurance company says my treatment wasn’t necessary — do I have options?
  Absolutely. Carriers (e.g., Shelter Insurance) often second-guess medical care to cut payouts. For clients such as a driver struck by a commercial vehicle with shoulder dislocation, we use treating-physician opinions, imaging, and billing audits to prove care was reasonable and related to the crash.
• ❓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 jury awarded damages in 14th Judicial District Court. Our case histories include results such as 2.39M. The goal is simple: fair compensation for your losses in Vinton.
• ❓Will a gap in my medical care ruin my case in Vinton?
  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 miss enough work to qualify for compensation.,” we counter with consistent documentation so the insurer can’t weaponize normal scheduling gaps.