Legal Question in Personal Injury in Colorado

Whiplash

My daughter was rear ended sitting at a stop light in front of her school. I took her to the doctor the same day because she had nausea, headache, and very sore neck. She was diagnosed with whiplash. The doctor said she should be fine in about a week but if she's not we should bring her back. The other party's insurance company contacted us and offered $500 plus vehicle repairs right away. We are concerned that if she doesn't heal as expected she will have additional medical bills. Also she is in track and throws disc and shot put and her doctor said that she will not be able to compete for the rest of the season, she is a junior so she will have one more year of high school to compete and was hopeful of trying to get a scholarship in track. If the injury doesn't heal and she can't compete next year than her chance is blown. At what point does it make sense to go ahead and take what the insurance company is offering?


Asked on 4/30/09, 12:43 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jason Savela The Savela Law Firm, PC

Re: Whiplash

no - contact an attorney. Bryan Kemler at [email protected] would be a good one -

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Answered on 4/30/09, 11:49 am
Philip Rosmarin Rosmarin Law Firm

Re: Whiplash

At no point does it make sense to take that offer. The insurance company is on the hook, up to their maximum coverage limits of the other party, and they know it. An offer of $500 is absurd.

You should see a personal injury attorney to get an analysis of your case. Your daughter has already suffered injuries far greater than they've covered with their sleazy offer.

I hope your daughter fully recovers and wins her scholarship, but you should prepare.

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Answered on 4/30/09, 2:10 pm


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