Underinsured Motorist Coverage in a Auto Accident

May 16, 2011
By Baumgartner Law Firm on May 16, 2011 3:46 PM |

Many people wonder what they will do when they get into a very serious car accident and the wrongdoer has a minimum limits insurance policy, which does not cover their medical expenses, or compensate them adequately for their injuries.

One Savior has been underinsured motorist coverage that is available in Texas and should be a part of your auto insurance coverage unless you have specifically declined it. Underinsured motorist coverage provides you an additional layer of protection after a car accident if your injuries are serious and the negligent driver was either uninsured or inadequately insured.

If you have been in a serious car accident and are concerned about insurance coverage issues is best to speak with a personal injury attorney as early as possible after the accident.

When dealing with uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage there are several pitfalls that an unsuspecting Houston family can fall victim to if they tried to settle the case with the wrongdoer without obtaining formal written consent from your own underinsured motorist carrier.

If you have questions or concerns after a serious car accident and are thinking of speaking to a Houston car accident lawyer you should contact one as soon as possible and if possible before giving any recorded statements about the case.