Suffering an injury is stressful enough—medical visits, missed work, and physical pain can turn your life upside down. But what many people don’t realize is that how you respond in the aftermath of an injury can make or break your personal injury claim.

Here are five common mistakes injury victims make—and how you can avoid them.

1. Delaying Medical Treatment

One of the biggest red flags for insurance companies is a gap in treatment. If you don’t seek medical help right away, they may argue that your injuries weren’t serious or weren’t caused by the accident at all.

What to do instead:
Always get checked out after an accident—even if you feel fine. Some injuries (like internal bleeding or soft tissue damage) may not show symptoms immediately. In Florida, you only have 14 days to seek care to qualify for Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits.

2. Talking to the Insurance Company Alone

Insurance adjusters are not your friends. They may seem polite, but their job is to minimize payouts. They may record your statement, twist your words, or pressure you into accepting a low offer.

What to do instead:
Refer all calls to your attorney. At Darfoor Law, we deal with insurance companies for you—protecting your rights and your case.

3. Posting on Social Media

Even a simple photo of you smiling at a family barbecue can be used to argue that you’re not seriously injured. Insurance companies scour social media looking for anything to discredit your claim.

What to do instead:
Stay off social media or set your profiles to private while your case is active. Better yet—don’t post at all until your claim is settled.

4. Accepting a Quick Settlement

A fast check might sound tempting—especially if you’re missing work. But these offers often don’t include long-term medical costs, ongoing therapy, or compensation for pain and suffering.

What to do instead:
Talk to a personal injury lawyer who can properly value your case. A good lawyer will negotiate for what you truly deserve—not just what the insurance company wants to pay.

5. Not Hiring a Lawyer

You might think you can handle a claim yourself—but personal injury law is complex. Without legal help, you could leave thousands (or tens of thousands) on the table.

What to do instead:
Contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible. At Darfoor Law Firm, we work on a contingency fee—which means you pay nothing unless we win your case.

Final Thoughts
You’ve been through enough. Don’t let one mistake jeopardize your right to compensation. Let our team guide you through every step with the care and expertise you need.

Injured in Florida? Contact Darfoor Law Firm today for a free case review.

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