Boston Injury Attorneys/Bad Faith Insurance Claims

Each of us carries multiple insurance policies to protect our homes, our cars, our health and the financial well-being of our family in the event of death or disability. Sometimes we elect to purchase these policies for our own peace of mind. Sometimes the law requires it, as is the case with auto insurance. And sometimes we may be required to carry certain types of insurance to qualify for a home or business loan.

In return for years (or decades) of premium payments, we expect our insurance company to take care of us in the event that a claim needs to be filed. When a company fails to properly fulfill its obligation, a victim may file a bad faith insurance claim under Massachusetts law.

The Boston Injury Lawyers at the Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Glassman fight for the rights of accident victims in cases where an insurance company acts in bad faith.

Unfortunately, consumers too often allow an insurance company to dictate the terms of settlement or assume that the company has a better understanding of its obligations under a policy. The truth of the matter is that insurance companies are in business to make money and they all employ platoons of professionals to protect their legal rights and ensure that they profit handsomely from the policies they write.

An insurance company may attempt to quickly settle your case by presenting a check for what it claims is the amount of damages, or the maximum amount available under the policy. Usually, you will be asked to sign a waiver. Other times, an insurance company may outright deny a claim or may withhold payment in an attempt to get a victim to agree to a smaller settlement. Consumers are typically inexperienced in dealing with insurance companies and are simply not in the best position to handle a claim. We encourage anyone dealing with an insurance claim to consult an experienced attorney.

Failure to deal properly with an insurance company can significantly hinder your ability to collect damages. In cases where an insurance company puts its own interests ahead of its obligations to treat clients fairly, an experienced lawyer can file a bad-faith insurance claim under Massachusetts law. Insurance companies that fail to deal fairly with victims face significant liability and can ultimately be responsible for the entire amount of damages, regardless of the policy limits.

Hiring a Massachusetts insurance claims attorneys is essential to protecting your rights and the financial well-being of you and your family. Contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Glassman today for a free and confidential appointment to discuss your concerns.