Insurers play rough game with auto accident victims

For years, insurance companies have been portraying people injured in an auto accident as greedy cheaters if they hire a personal injury attorney. It's the same story whether you live in Toledo, Ohio, or anywhere else in the country. That's why it's encouraging when reporters produce stories that reveal how brutal insurance companies can be when handling legitimate claims from people who have been injured in a crash. CNN recently broadcast a story after a lengthy investigation that shows just how tough it is for the little guy - which is most of us - to take on insurance companies. The story speaks to how hard some insurance companies push people who have sustained personal injuries in an accident to settle their cases for far less than they're worth. While the story is illuminating, the insurance companies will continue to put profits over people as long as legislators are willing to put business interests ahead of consumers. That's why it's so important to consult with a lawyer if you've been injured in an automobile accident. If you've been injured in an accident, I'd encourage you to order a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book, which attorneys Charles Boyk, Michael Bruno, and I published as a guidebook for accident victims. If you have any questions, please contact our firm at 419-241-1395 or 800-637-8170.