About Walmart Injury Claims
They are big, powerful, and unafraid to push consumers around on claims.
Did you know Walmart has an entire subsidiary company solely dedicated to minimizing or avoiding payments they should make for accident claims?
That company’s name is “Claims Management, Inc.” It’s headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Walmart has millions of square feet of store space across the nation. You better believe they’re going to have many slip and fall claims to deal with each year.
Whose side do you think this Claims Management, Inc. takes? To get a truly objective decision, you’d think a third-party – with no ties to Walmart – would handle their accident claims.
You’re clearly up against considerable power. How do you successfully pursue your claim against Walmart if you have a legitimate accident case against them?
Here’s the general strategy:
Don’t Fall for Walmart’s Claims Management, Inc. (CMI) Telling You That You Have a “Right” to a Recorded Statement
Following your Walmart accident, they will attempt to have you talk to CMI. They’ll inform you of your “right” to a recorded statement. This is not a “right!” It’s a ploy to make you think you’re doing something that helps you win your case. Anytime you’re asked for a recorded statement, whether it’s from CMI or someone else, the information you reveal will likely be used against you.
CMI may also tell you they want to “help you get your medical bills paid” after your Walmart accident. That person may be sincere in their statement. Remember, however, that multiple people touch your Walmart accident claim, and CMI’s ultimate goal is to minimize what you’re owed or to avoid paying you entirely.
Do not speak to CMI about your Walmart accident on your own. It is always best to have a seasoned Dallas Walmart accident attorney prepare you for a recorded statement and to monitor the statement to make sure you are asked fair questions.
No Matter How Nice Employees Seem, Walmart Routinely Denies Accident Claims
You may end up with injuries that take some time to heal and require a significant amount of treatment. Many victims don’t hire a Dallas Walmart slip and fall lawyer until several weeks or months after their injury when they learn that Walmart won’t cover the costs of their injuries.
Initially, CMI representatives come across as kind and concerned. You might even get the sense they’re on your side.
Walmart might offer enough to cover your medical bills if they believe that will get you to completely settle your case. They likely won’t offer significant money for your non-economic damages. On the other hand, they might also take statements you make, use them against you, and deny your claim.
Don’t fall for the rouse!
CMI Can Share Information About Your Claim With Other Corporations and Insurers… And Why Do You Think They Do That?
If you go to CMI’s website and read their privacy policy, under the heading “How We Share Your Information” you’ll see: “We may share information about you with Walmart, its insurance carriers, and service providers who perform services on our behalf. These service providers are not authorized by us to use or disclose the information except as necessary to perform services on our behalf or comply with legal requirements.”
How do you think that gets applied in daily practice?
Does CMI reach out to organizations who strongly advocate on behalf of consumers, which would increase the amount of the Walmart injury claim they had to pay out? Or do you think they just share your information with legal experts who can find the holes in the information you give to CMI so Walmart has to pay less?
Remember, if CMI doesn’t save Walmart money, it has no reason to exist.
The Bottom Line
If you are hurt in an accident at Walmart, you have no legal obligation to speak with CMI. To make sure you get what you fairly deserve for your injuries, simply report your accident to Walmart so they are aware of your claim. Afterwards, politely decline to make any further comments and inform Walmart/CMI you’ll talk to a lawyer first.
Then, talk to an attorney. You only pay a percentage of your claim’s final settlement value if and until you win. You risk absolutely nothing retaining a lawyer – and you’ll maximize the money you receive for your injuries.
Contact our Walmart slip and fall accident attorneys in Dallas, Plano, Frisco, or Fort Worth today to discuss the specifics of your claim. Learn how our law firm with over 40 years of local premises liability experience can help!
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Call (214) 747-5240 to talk to a Dallas premises liability attorney right now. We won’t put any pressure on you to hire us on the spot. Simply learn how we’ll approach your case and get some excellent free advice. Make your decision only when you feel 100% ready. Do remember though, that the Texas statute of limitations gives you just 2 years from the date of your accident to file a claim.
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