Why insurers start low in California injury claims

What a first offer really means

An insurer's first settlement number is an opening bid, not a full evaluation of your personal injury claim. It is designed to close a file quickly before the full medical picture and losses are clear.

Early offers often arrive before you reach maximum medical improvement. Settling too soon can leave out future treatment, lost wages, and the day to day impact of pain that develops over time.

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