You aren’t alone if you’re overwhelmed by an auto accident. The combination of increasing medical bills and lost wages due to injuries from an accident is challenging for anyone or their family to endure. When you have to deal with an insurance company on top of that, you can find yourself in an uphill battle to get the money you deserve. Progressive is one of the largest car insurance companies in the country. However, this doesn’t mean every Progressive insurance claim goes smoothly and without incident. Many people have reported issues with filing a claim with Progressive over the years.
There are several different reasons why filing a claim with Progressive can be difficult. Some people have reported issues with their claims being denied, while others have had problems getting the right amount paid for the damage done to their car. If you are having trouble with your Progressive claim, contact a Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. car accident lawyer today for a free consultation.
How Does Progressive Determine What My Injury Claim Is Worth?
Like most insurance companies, Progressive likely uses a combination of human review and computer software to determine what your claim is worth. According to insurance companies, using software allows them to be more consistent with their settlement payouts while erasing the likelihood of human error or bias. However, it’s also believed that this software enables Progressive and other companies to justify underpaying car accident victims.
Regardless of how Progressive is reviewing your case, there are various factors they use to determine how much they think your case should be worth:
- Injuries that were documented
- Medical treatment related to the accident
- The duration of your medical care and how long it takes to recover
- Any other costs you sustained from the accident, such as property damage or lost wages
- How long you may be disabled and the severity of the disability
Before you obtain an evaluation from Progressive to determine what your case is worth – or if Progressive has given you an evaluation less than what you believe is fair for your claim – contact Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. At our firm, we will discuss your case and ensure that Progressive is paying you fairly for your injury claim.
Should I Settle My Car Accident Claim with Progressive or File a Lawsuit?
If you’ve received a low settlement offer from Progressive, the next step may involve filing a lawsuit to get the money you deserve. Filing a lawsuit does not mean your case will go to trial. Most insurance companies, including Progressive, try to avoid trials if they can. This is especially true if the true value of your claim may exceed the limit of the insurance policy. If you believe your case has merit, however, filing a lawsuit is an option that may help you get the compensation you deserve. Contact https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/iStock-912151500-scaled-1.jpg to find out more about your options.
Get Help from a Maryland Attorney to Deal with Progressive After an Auto Collision
If you are looking for the highest level representation available for your personal injury case, turn to Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. Our firm has helped clients recover more than $500 million in compensation, and we have more than 100 years of combined experience. All of our partners are recognized by Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers®, and our firm includes three past presidents of the Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.
We work to help our clients obtain fair settlement offers to compensate them for the injuries they’ve suffered, but our attorneys are extremely well-equipped to go to trial if needed. Call (202) 659-8600 or contact us online to get the proven legal representation you deserve.
