Auto Accident Case Managers in Michigan: What You Need To Know

An attorney explains that auto accident case managers in Michigan that are appointed from insurance companies are not true patient advocates

In Michigan, when you are injured in a crash, it’s important to remember that your auto insurance company does not have your best interets in mind which incluses pushing for their own auto accident case managers to act as your patient advocate. The reason being is that insurance adjusters will try their best to make sure the insurance company pays the least possible – if anything – to a crash victim.

For those of you unfamiliar with case managers, these are professionals who manage the medical recovery and treatment of very injured auto accident victims. They are usually used when people have closed-head injuries or very serious personal injuries.

In Michigan, our attorneys want you to know that you have the right to not use the auto insurance companies auto accident case managers after a crash and that you have the right to hire your own — and the insurance company has to pay for it.

When a car insurance company says it wishes to appoint a case manager, this means the insurance company believes it’s reasonable and necessary to have one. So according to Michigan law, you can hire your own. And you do not have to agree to have a case manager in the exam room with you.

Auto accident case managers in Michigan and why it’s always in your best interest to select your own

Auto accident case managers in Michigan that are selected by insurance companies will not fully advocate for you and your medical treatment, because he or she has the insurance company’s bottom line in mind. For example, case managers that work for insurance companies are paid to reduce the number of hours for attendant care (nursing services). Many will go into the exam room, talk with your physician and reduce the prescription. In turn, you get less help and the insurance company’s costs are reduced.

A good auto accident attorney can help you find a local case manager that’s truly a patient advocate.

Injured in a crash and need legal help? Call the attorneys at Michigan Auto Law now for a free consultation!

If you were injured in an auto accident in Michigan and you are unsure that the insurance company case managers have your best interests in mind, call now (800) 968-1001 for a free consultation with one of our experienced car accident lawyers. There is no cost or obligation. You can also visit our contact page or use the chat feature on our website. An attorney can protect your legal rights throughout the recovery process and you want to be sure you have the best patient advocate available.

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it’s best to speak with an attorney to protect your legal rights throughout the recovery process. You want to be sure you have the best patient advocate available.