| Q: What should I do if
I have been in a car accident?
A: It is very important to collect information that will
help prove your claim later. If possible, you should:
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Ask the other driver why they hit you. Do not admit fault.
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Immediately report your accident and injuries to the police.
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Write down the names, addresses and phone numbers and insurance
information of other people involved in the accident.
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Write down the names and contact information of all witnesses.
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Sketch the accident scene.
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Do not give a statement to any insurance adjuster until you
have consulted a lawyer.
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Take notes about the behavior of the other driver and what
the witnesses said.
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Visit an emergency room doctor, your primary care physician,
or a qualified chiropractor as soon as possible.
Q: How do I deal with the wrongful death
of a family member or close friend??
A: The sorrow involved in the loss of a family member or close friend
underscores the need for a qualified and compassionate attorney to navigate the
legal issues. The Revo Law Firm understands your personal sorrow and the legal
system. We can help you make the right choices.
Q: Do I have to hire a lawyer?
A: No, but it will make a big difference if you do. Why
not put over 100 years of knowledge and experience to work for
you.
Q: What if I can’t afford a lawyer?
A: The lawyers at the Revo Law Firm take every
case on a "contingency basis," meaning that you do not
pay anything unless we collect money for you. Our fee is based on
a percentage of the recovery. costs may be extra. During your free
initial consultation, all your questions will be answered in detail.
Q: Why should I hire the Revo Law Firm?
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Results: Revo Law has successfully resolved
2,000 cases in 25 years of personal injury law practice.
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Compassion: Revo Law cares about you and your
case, providing excellent legal counsel and personal attention
to resolve your claims.
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Aggressive Representation: Revo Law handles
negotiations that produce exceptional results.
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Honesty: Revo Law offers personal respect
and truthful discussion regarding the issues of your case.
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Success: Revo Law has won settlement and jury
verdicts, collecting millions of dollars in compensation and
benefits for our personal injury clients and their families.
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Risk Analysis: Revo Law promises in depth
analysis of the personal and legal issues effecting your specific
case.
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Understanding: Revo Law reviews every detail
of your case by acquiring, reviewing, and understanding your
medical records and other relevant information.
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Specialized Service: Revo Law focuses solely
on personal injury law and insurance law claims which involve
physical, mental, economic and property damage issues
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Ethical Practices: Revo Law adheres to the
community standards for professional and ethical conduct.
Q: How much is my case worth?
A: At this time we don’t know, and neither
does anybody else. There are 12 to 15 factors, when viewed together,
determine the value of your case. During your free initial consultation,
all relevant information specific to your case will be discussed
to determine if your case should be pursued.
Q: Can I trust the insurance company adjusters?
A: Not usually. It is common practice for insurance
adjusters to call injury claimants and attempt to record a statement
before the victim has an opportunity to talk to an attorney.
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Often, the victim is still in shock or under the influence
of medication and is not thinking clearly. THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT
THE INSURANCE COMPANY WANTS!
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You should NEVER talk to an insurance company without an attorney
present to protect your rights; at the least, the attorney can
be on the telephone with you.
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You are NOT required to give a statement prior to hiring a
lawyer, regardless of what the insurance company may tell you
to the contrary.
Q: What if the at fault driver has no insurance?
A: Just because the police officer says the other driver
didn’t have insurance doesn’t make it so. Revo Law will
double check for insured coverage and fully explain how you can
use your own uninsured motorist (UM) coverages, without running
the risk of your rates increasing.
If you own more than one vehicle, New Mexico law allows you to
“stack” your UM coverage together. This is the type
of coverage that you have paid for and it should be used to compensate
you for your injuries if necessary.
Q: How does underinsured motorist
coverage work? (UIM)
A: This is part of your uninsured motorist coverage (UM)
on your policy for which you pay premiums. It is probably the least
known and potentially most valuable coverage you have.
If the at fault driver does not have enough insurance coverage to
fully compensate you for your injuries, you can “stack”
or add together your UM coverage on all your vehicles and then make
a claim for uncompensated or uncovered damages against your own
insurance carrier. If the accident is not your fault, your carrier
cannot drop you or raise your rates.
Q: Can you help me find a good
doctor?
A: Absolutely. We maintain good working relationships
with excellent doctors practicing in the Albuquerque area, including
doctors who are specially trained to treat accident victims. If
you live outside of Albuquerque we can help you find a doctor
near you.
Q: What is medical payment coverage?
A: This is injury insurance for which you pay automobile
premiums which will help you pay for the medical expenses you incur
to treat your injuries. Most people do not even know they have this
type of coverage or how to use it. Most of the time you can use
this coverage without fear that your premiums will increase or your
insurance will be canceled.
Q: How are my damages determined?
A: There are four basic categories of damages:
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property damage
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medical bills
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lost income
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pain and suffering
Revo Law Firm gathers the information necessary to prove these
damages and submit the information to the insurance adjuster. We
then begin to negotiate a positive resolution to your claims for
damages. There are several other types of damages we will discuss
with you, if they apply.
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