Before You Reply: Offer Review Checklist
From our guide First Offer Car Accident Settlement: Why It May Be Low and What to Do
- Save the written offer and record the date it arrived.
- Identify whether it addresses bodily injury, property damage, or both.
- Request the proposed release before communicating acceptance.
- Mark each loss the insurer discussed and flag any it did not mention.
- Confirm that submitted attachments were received and readable.
- Record any stated offer expiration date separately from legal deadlines to discuss with an attorney.
- List unresolved treatment, work, and coverage questions.
- Ask a licensed attorney about the consequences before signing or depositing a settlement payment.
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General information only, not legal advice. Laws vary by state. Speak with a licensed attorney about your situation.
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