Why Do Insurance Companies Try to Assign Partial Fault?

Let’s be honest: it saves them money.  If they can convince you to accept a portion of the blame, even when it’s not fair, they can reduce what they owe. Sometimes, they do this based on small details that may not even be legally significant—like saying you were “driving too fast for conditions,” even if you had the right of way.

We’ve seen this tactic used in:

• Rear-end collisions
• Intersection crashes with disputed light timing
• Wrecks involving merging or lane changes

Don’t Let Them Put Blame Where It Doesn’t Belong

If you get a call saying you’re “partially at fault,” it’s time to talk to someone who knows the law—and how to push back. We review accident reports, footage, and witness statements to make sure fault is assigned fairly—not just conveniently for the insurance company.

Have You Been In A Car Wreck and Worried About Being Unfairly Blamed?

If you’ve been in a wreck and worried about being unfairly blamed for the car wreck, contact us online or call our Covington office directly at 985.590.6182 to schedule your free consultation today.

Flattmann Law serves clients on the Northshore, including Covington, Mandeville, Abita Springs, Bogalusa, Franklinton, Folsom, Madisonville, Goodbee, Hammond, Lacombe, Pearl River, and Slidell.