Tricky Questions Insurance Adjusters Ask After NYC Car Accidents
After a New York City car accident, insurance adjusters ask questions designed to weaken your claim. Even simple answers can be used against you.
At Greenstein & Pittari, LLP, we prepare clients before any communication with insurers.
Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462) before answering any questions.
Why Adjuster Questions Are Dangerous
- Minimize your injuries
- Create inconsistencies
- Shift fault onto you
- Lock you into statements
Examples of High-Risk Questions
- “How are you feeling?”
- “What were you doing before the accident?”
- “Could you have avoided it?”
- “Are you injured?”
These questions are carefully designed to damage your case.
Safe Communication Strategy
Limit responses to:
- Basic identifying information
- Date and location
- Vehicles involved
Avoid:
- Opinions
- Estimates
- Speculation
Why Early Settlement Offers Are Risky
They often exclude:
- Future medical care
- Long-term disability
- Lost earning potential
Once accepted, your case is permanently closed.
Why Choose Greenstein & Pittari, LLP
- Local Harlem office for convenience and trust
- No fee unless we win your case Our Fee Guarantee
- Bilingual services available
- Hundreds of positive client reviews and testimonials speak for themselves
- We handle the insurance companies so you can focus on healing
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FAQ: Insurance Questions After a NYC Crash
Do I have to answer their questions?
No. You can refer them to your lawyer.
Should I give a recorded statement?
Not without legal advice.
What if I said I was not injured?
Medical documentation can clarify your condition.
Why do they repeat questions?
They are searching for inconsistencies.