FAQ’s

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What should I do after a car accident?

  • Car accidents can be scary and many people do not know what to do. You should always call 911 and report an accident as soon as you can safely do so. Even if you do not think that the accident is serious, you need to get the accident documented through a police report which will make it much easier to pursue a claim in the future. Next, seek medical treatment and contact a local personal injury attorney as soon as you can.

 

Do I need a lawyer after a car accident?

  • Sometimes you can resolve claims after a minor car accident on your own, but you should always speak to an attorney if you are injured or have significant damage to your vehicle. The attorneys at C.S. Chiepalich P.C. will always advocate for you and get you the maximum recovery possible. Don’t take on a large insurance company alone, contact C.S. Chiepalich P.C. to speak with an attorney and get a free case evaluation.

 

What should I do if an insurance company denies my claim?

  • Insurance adjusters are trained to get you to settle for the least amount possible and will sometimes deny your claim without a sufficient reason to do so. If you have had a claim denied by an insurance company, call C.S. Chiepalich P.C. to get a free opinion on your legal options and avenues to pursue a recovery for your claim.

 

What should I tell the insurance company when they call me after a wreck?

  • Insurance companies will often contact you after a wreck to get information about the wreck and your statement. If you think that you may have a claim for your injuries or if you are represented by an attorney, do not speak with the insurance company. Instead, contact your attorney/

 

How long do I have to file an injury claim with an insurance company?

  • Different claims have different time periods to file a claim with an insurance company or a court action. Contact C.S. Chiepalich P.C. for a free explanation of your options after a car accident or other injury.

 

Do I have to go to court if I want to get compensated after an accident or injury?

  • You do not have to go to court, but you generally get your largest recovery at trial. For that reason, C.S. Chiepalich P.C. prefers to take cases to trial to secure the maximum recovery for our clients. However, it is your decision whether to take a case to trial, and we must respect your decision on whether to settle a case or take it to court.

 

Do I have to pay to speak to an attorney?

  • We provide free consultations to all of our clients and potential clients. Call us anytime for a free consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney!

 

How is my attorney paid?

  • We are paid on a contingency basis, so we do better when you do better. We will never charge you for a consultation and you do not owe us anything if we do not secure a recovery for you.

 

Why hire C.S. Chiepalich instead of a large national injury law firm?

  • C.S. Chiepalich P.C. has been providing personalized and compassionate representation for clients on the Gulf Coast for over 35 years. We are well versed in the practice of law in south Alabama which makes us uniquely positioned to advocate on your behalf in the Mobile legal community in front of local judges and juries. More importantly, as a small law firm, our clients are everything to us. We work tirelessly to provide you with the best personalized representation we can so that you will recommend us to your family and friends. As a family business, we truly care about you and your story. Join the C.S. Chiepalich P.C. family today by giving us a call for your free consultation.