After a car accident or personal injury in Florida, one of the first phone calls you may receive is from an insurance adjuster. They may appear friendly, sympathetic, and eager to “help,” but in reality, their primary goal is to minimize the amount the insurance company pays out. Many accident victims wonder whether they should talk to the insurance company on their own or hire an attorney first. At Payas, Payas, & Payas, we have seen countless cases in which early communication with insurers has hurt victims’ claims. This article will explain why you should be cautious about speaking to insurance companies without legal representation, the risks involved, and how an attorney can protect your rights.   The Role of the Insurance Company Insurance companies are businesses with one key objective: protecting their [...]