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Address: 330 North Park Drive,
San Antonio, TX 78216
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David Bibles | Client Reviews
I, David Bibles, am proud to have had Carleton Spears, Valerie and company as my representative in my recent case. I could not ask for better representation and professional experience. They did a thorough job of investigations in all areas of the case. If I had to be represented again for any situation, I would definitely call on them once again.
Protection From Insurance Company Tactics
If you and any other drivers involved in an auto accident have auto insurance coverage, you may believe that you are safe from the expense and frustration that the uninsured experience. Unfortunately, this is not always the case when it comes to car accidents in San Antonio or the surrounding area. The fact of the matter is that insurance companies always look for ways to reduce expenditures and liabilities.
We protect you from insurance company tactics
An insurance company's actions are not always in your best interest, and that is why you need a San Antonio auto accident attorney of the Law Office of Carleton Spears to help:
I let the insurance company know that you have an auto accident attorney. They are immediately informed that you will not accept a deal for less compensation than you deserve, because your attorney will advise you against doing so.
As an auto accident lawyer in San Antonio, I can help you communicate with insurance companies in a way that does not endanger your case. Often, clients will accidentally do things to harm their cause, like admit all or partial fault for the accident. I can explain to you exactly how to discuss your car accident with your insurance company in a legally sound way. Or, if you like, we can become your primary method of communicating with them, thereby reducing your stress and limiting your liability.
Auto accident attorneys in San Antonio can collect and present evidence in such a way that it becomes clear you are entitled to the damages you seek. Insurance companies are often reluctant to go to court when such evidence is presented by an experienced advocate. They know that their odds of receiving a favorable verdict are slim, because your accident attorney knows how to convince a judge or jury that your opponent should pay the amount requested
Automobile Accidents
Even if you suffer only minor injuries, an auto accident can be one of the most serious misfortunes that ever befalls you. In addition to the shock of the auto accident, it can result in civil and criminal action, jail sentences and serious financial loss.
The cost and the things that can happen to you as the person who caused an accident or the amount you can recover as the victim of an accident, depend to a large extent on what you do and say after the mishap. You owe it to yourself to take careful note of the post accident procedures recommended in the following paragraphs.
If you are involved in an auto accident
There are several things you should do immediately or as soon as possible after an auto accident.
A. Stop at once and give all the help you can to anyone who is hurt, but avoid moving injured people. If possible have someone call an ambulance or doctor.
B. Notify the local police authorities immediately if someone is injured or killed.
C. Obtain the names and addresses of all witnesses or as many as possible, as well as the badge numbers of police officers and the names and addresses of doctors or ambulance services.
D. Exchange drivers licenses, registration certificates and insurance company information with the other driver, in the case of a collision, as well as the names of other occupants of the cars. If any of them have been injured make a note of the type and extent of their injuries. If a pedestrian is involved, exchange names and addresses with him and make note of his injuries.
E. If at all possible, arrange to have photographs taken of the damaged car or cars, as well as of skid marks and other physical evidence.
F. If you are injured, try to be examined your regular physician as soon as possible
G. If you collide with an unattended vehicle or other object, try to locate the owner and report the accident. When this is not possible, leave a note on the car or object with your name and address. If you have injured or the accident was caused by a farm animal, try to locate the owner.
H. Report the accident with in twenty four hours to your automobile insurance company or broker.
I. Report the accident to the local police or proper authorities within forty eight hours of the mishap, and fill out an accident report.
Don'ts After a Major Auto Accident
Since these are circumstances in which the services of an auto accident lawyer are crucial, its recommended that you don't do any of the following things:
A. If the auto accident is a serious one and you believe you may have to hear some share of responsibility for causing it, don't make any statement whatever to the police, other motorists, bystanders or anyone else, until you have consulted with an auto accident lawyer. The emotional upset resulting form the mishap may induce you to say things that are self incriminating, distorted or actually not in accord with the facts, and whatever you may say may be taken down and used in evidence against you.
B. If you are the victim of an auto accident, don't accept any money front he person causing it in payment for injury or property damage, until you have consulted with an auto accident lawyer & received medical treatment. The extent of the injury or damage may be greater then you first believe or you may be entitled to recover more money than you realize and the acceptance of cash may be regarded by the law as full settlement of your injury claim.
C. Don't talk to insurance adjusters, or accept an immediate cash settlement from them or sign a release or any other papers they may present, with an auto accident attorney's advice. Adjusters must try to settle your claim at the lowest possible cost to their companies and they may go to considerable lengths in their efforts to do so. Even if the settlement the adjuster offers is a reasonable one, it will probably be available at a later date. Be careful of the statements you make even to your own insurance company adjuster, since the company may also represent the other party to the auto accident. It's very likely that any statement will be used against you.
If you have questions, Contact auto accident attorney Carleton Spears immediately!
As your auto accident lawyer, my goal is to help you maximize your recovery. To do this, I use my more than 30 years of auto accident experience. I have helped thousands of clients, including your family members, friends and neighbors.
Serious Auto Accident Injury
My extensive experience as an auto accident attorney, helps me achieve the best possible results for auto accident victims because I use proven legal strategies. As a San Antonio personal injury lawyer, I know what works, so I take the most effective approach right from the start. This often means preparing for trial while working towards settlement, so I partner with highly-regarded experts, talk with witnesses and conduct extensive investigations of the accident scene.
My hard work pays off. Because negligent drivers, property owners, manufacturers and their insurance companies know I am willing to go to trial, my thorough preparation often results in settlement of your case. The settlement values are often higher and my clients are saved the stress of going to court.
Contact Us
To speak with one of our attorneys, contact us online or call (210) 366-3100. I offer free initial consultations in personal injury and wrongful death cases. My office is located near North Star Mall & Blanco.
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