Washington Bad Faith Insurance Attorneys
Why do we buy an auto insurance policy? Whether it is a motor vehicle insurance policy that covers your car, truck or motorcycle, an insurance policy offers comfort, security and peace of mind. What do we all believe when we purchase an auto insurance policy and pay our monthly premiums? We believe that in the event of a Tacoma motorcycle accident, our insurance carrier will step up and compensate us for injuries, damages and/or loss we may have suffered. When you purchase an insurance policy and pay your premiums, you have essentially entered into a legally binding contract with your insurance company.
In cases in which you are due benefits from your company – be it to fix damage to your motorcycle, help you purchase a new vehicle after your Washington motorcycle collision or claims for uninsured or underinsured motorist benefits – your insurer owes you a well-defined duty of good faith and fair dealing. Your insurer cannot deny your claim without a reasonable basis. Unfortunately, many insurance companies stall or refuse to pay consumers the compensation that they are due. Insurers are more loyal to their profits and shareholders than they are to the people who faithfully pay their premiums. Many insurance companies employ a variety of dubious tactics to delay or deny a claim, putting profits over their loyal customers.
Your insurance company is acting in bad faith if are:
- Employing stalling tactics
- Pressuring you into accepting their terms instead of carrying out the terms of the contract
- Not performing a proper or timely investigation
- Holding you accountable for an error made by one of their agents
- Underpaying you hoping that you will abandon your claim
- Making you jump through hoops and making it difficult for you to secure compensation. Such tactics may include making you complete unreasonable amounts of documentation.
- Employing deceptive practices
- Misrepresenting the original terms of the policy
If you believe you have been taken for a ride by your insurance carrier, please contact the Bernard Law Group immediately. Please do not get taken advantage of by your insurance carrier, who knows very well that few people even realize that they have the right to dispute the action and seek recovery. You pay your premiums in order to protect yourself and your family when you need that protection the most. If an insurance company has delayed or denied your valid claim, please contact a Seattle bad faith insurance attorney at the Bernard Law Group today for a free consultation. We will explain your legal rights and options so you can make the best decision and obtain the best possible result in your Washington motorcycle accident case.
IF YOU OR A LOVED ONE HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT, CALL TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION!
