EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Dealing with car insurance after a crash can feel confusing, but attorney Daniela Labinoti warns drivers to be careful about what they say and agree to — especially if an insurance company asks for a recorded statement or offers a quick settlement.
In this segment of Legal Jargon, Labinoti said many consumers worry their insurance rates will go up, and may think they can keep an accident from being reported. But she said insurance companies often find out anyway because “they share their data.”
When it comes to communicating with insurers after an accident, Labinoti advised against speaking with an insurance company or giving a recorded statement without first having an attorney. She said insurance companies may try to get people to admit to things “that are not necessarily true.”…