General Personal Injury FAQs — Pleasanton

• ❓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 judge’s damages award following bench trial. Our case histories include results such as 1.68M. The goal is simple: fair compensation for your losses in Pleasanton.
• ❓What should I do if National General says “The at-fault driver’s policy may be void.” after my Pleasanton crash?
  Insurers like National General often use lines such as “The at-fault driver’s policy may be void.” to stall or minimize claims. Even injuries like loss of functional independence can be life-changing. In Pleasanton, we gather medical proof, challenge delay tactics, and, if needed, push for a judge’s damages award following bench trial — outcomes in our files include results up to 1.44M.
• ❓How do I respond if the adjuster claims my injuries were pre-existing?
  Even if you had prior issues, the law in Pleasanton allows recovery when a crash aggravates a condition. We show the before/after difference with records and expert testimony — critical for injuries like carotid artery injury. Don’t accept “The at-fault driver’s policy may be void.” at face value.
• ❓An adjuster told me “You’re not permanently impaired..” Can a Pleasanton personal injury lawyer still help?
  Yes. Adjusters regularly say “You’re not permanently impaired.,” even when liability and damages are strong. We document fault with police reports, witnesses, and experts, then negotiate with carriers like Safe Auto Insurance. If they won’t deal fairly, we prepare for a settlement reached post-verdict in 218th Judicial District Court and pursue full compensation.
• ❓Will a gap in my medical care ruin my case in Pleasanton?
  Not necessarily. Life, work, and delayed onset symptoms happen. We explain the timeline and connect you with appropriate providers. When adjusters say “We haven’t received your bills yet.,” we counter with consistent documentation so the insurer can’t weaponize normal scheduling gaps.
• ❓The insurance company says my treatment wasn’t necessary — do I have options?
  Absolutely. Carriers (e.g., USAA) often second-guess medical care to cut payouts. For clients such as a pedestrian hit while crossing at green light with phalangeal fracture, we use treating-physician opinions, imaging, and billing audits to prove care was reasonable and related to the crash.