Leffew Law Firm

  When you’ve been in an accident—whether it’s a fender bender or something more serious—the aftermath can be overwhelming. You’re dealing with injuries, car repairs, missed work, and maybe even emotional trauma. Then the phone rings. It’s the insurance adjuster assigned to your claim. What should you say? What shouldn’t you say? Do you even have to talk to them? In this blog, we’ll explore what Charleston drivers need to know about dealing with insurance adjusters after an accident—and how a personal injury lawyer can protect your rights when the phone calls start rolling in. What Is an Insurance Adjuster? Insurance adjusters (sometimes called claims adjusters) work for insurance companies. Their job is to investigate claims and determine how much compensation you should receive. That includes reviewing damage, interviewing you and other parties, reviewing records, and ultimately offering a settlement. Sounds fair, right? The catch is that insurance adjusters are not on your sid...