Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists

Pennsylvania Uninsured Motorist Claims Attorneys

If you or a family member has had the misfortune of being involved in an accident with an uninsured motorist, it is unlikely that you will be able to collect any compensation from that individual. If you have uninsured motorist coverage, your insurance company will pay the compensation for the accident that you cannot recover from the uninsured motorist. Unfortunately, that process often requires that you bring an action against your own insurance company.

At Naftulin and Shick, we have extensive experience representing car, truck, and motorcycle accident victims in uninsured and underinsured motorist claims. Contact us today to discuss your options with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer in a free initial consultation. We represent clients throughout Bucks County, Carbon County, Lehigh County, Montgomery County, and Northampton County.

Most insurance policies require that the accident be reported to the police if an uninsured motorist is involved. If you are involved in an accident, call the police if any one is injured. Call the police even if there has been no injury but a substantial amount of property damage has occurred.

Auto insurance companies require their policy holders to promptly report every auto accident. The insurance company needs information concerning the accident. Sometimes they will want your authorization to make a recorded statement concerning the accident. You should contact our lawyers before you give your permission for anyone to record your statement.

Do not sign any documents presented to you by any insurance company or allow them to take a recorded statement--even your own insurance company. It is extremely important to understand that insurance companies place their financial interests first.

If you or a member of your family has been involved in a serious accident, there are some steps you should take to protect your current and future ability to maximize insurance coverage compensation for any injuries sustained. These steps include:

• Get as much witness information as possible
• Write down a description of the events immediately preceding and following the accident
• Make sure you visit a doctor and follow the doctor's advice
• Obtain all necessary and recommended medical treatments
• Report all injuries, even if they are minor

The best thing you can do is to protect yourself before an accident happens. Make sure you have adequate coverage. Call us to review your coverage and provide you with a clear explanation of your policy.

Contact us right away to discuss your uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage with a trusted, experienced personal injury lawyer. If you have been injured in an accident due to the negligence or carelessness of another driver, we can help. It costs nothing to discuss your case, and we will only take a fee if we recover a settlement for you.