Progressive is the third-largest auto insurance carrier in the United States. The company has grown rapidly over recent years. Like Geico, Progressive does not have agents and sells insurance directly to consumers through its website and mobile apps. Progressive makes an effort to focus on delivering lower prices to its consumers. However, that doesn’t make filing claims with the company any less complicated.
If you have been injured in an auto accident in Washington, D.C., and need to file a claim with Progressive, contact a car accident lawyer at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. for help. We know how to work with Progressive to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
What Is The Process For Dealing With A Progressive Injury Claim?
Once the collision has been reported, you’ll likely hear from an insurance adjuster shortly after. The insurance adjuster’s job is to gather as much information about the accident as possible to determine how much your claim is worth. We recommend speaking with an auto accident lawyer before speaking with an insurance adjuster. In most instances where claimants file without legal representation, they find themselves in a situation where they are getting paid far less than they deserve.
When you file your claim, a Progressive claims adjuster may seek the following documents:
- Recorded statement – When you connect with a Progressive adjuster, they may seek to take a recorded statement from you. They will ask about the details surrounding the events that led to the accident and document your responses to produce your “official statement.” They will then carefully analyze your statement to see if any gaps in your story can be used to reduce or deny your injury claim.
- Medical Release Authorization – If you provide this document to Progressive, it allows them to access your medical records. However, it won’t just give them access to your records related to the accident. They’ll have access to all of your records. Often, insurance companies use this information to argue that a claimant’s injuries are due to a preexisting condition rather than the accident.
The best course of action when filing a claim with an insurance company is to wait for a lawyer. You are not obligated to give a statement or sign a medical release authorization form. If a Progressive adjuster asks for either, don’t. Speak to a Washington, D.C., accident lawyer at our firm first.
Our Experienced Attorneys Know How to Negotiate with Progressive Insurance
Progressive Insurance is a large company with a strong legal team. The insurance company may try to take advantage of you by offering a much lower settlement than your damages. Or, it may simply refuse to pay anything at all. Call Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. for our help, before this happens.
Our attorneys have years of experience negotiating with insurance companies and fighting for their clients’ rights. We know how to negotiate with Progressive and get them to offer you a fair settlement. If they refuse, we have the resources and experience necessary to take your case to trial.
Contact Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. Today For a Free Consultation
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 contact us online to get the proven legal representation you deserve.