Strategic Saturday: Should You Accept the First Settlement Offer?

At Gallien Law, we understand the value of having an effective legal strategy.

Here is our Strategic Saturday tip for today:

Should You Accept the First Settlement Offer? 🤔💰

If you’ve been injured in an accident, the insurance company may reach out before you’ve even hired an attorney—offering a quick settlement check. But here’s the catch: that first offer is often a lowball.

It might feel like relief in the moment, especially when you’re dealing with pain, bills, and uncertainty. But accepting too soon can cost you.

⚠️ Why the First Offer May Not Be Fair:

• It often doesn’t reflect the full scope of your injuries
• It may not cover ongoing or future medical treatment
• It usually underestimates pain and suffering
• It often does not include lost wages and loss of earning capacity if you have missed work due to the accident  

🧠 An experienced personal injury attorney will:

• Review the offer carefully
• Ensure you’ve received sufficient medical treatment before any settlement
• Accurately value your claim
• Negotiate for a fair outcome that protects your recovery—not the insurance company’s bottom line

💬 The question isn’t “How fast can I settle?”—the questions are “Have I healed; have I been fully evaluated; and are my damages sufficiently being covered?”

Let Gallien Law make sure you don’t settle for less than you deserve.
📞 Call for a free consultation or visit gallienlaw.com to learn more.

 We will help you fight for what is fair. 

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