This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Alaska Sample Letter to Opposing Attorney Declining Settlement Offer
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In response to your letter dated [Date of Insurer's Letter], I am unable to accept your offer of $[Offer Amount] to settle my demand for compensation in Claim Number [Claim Number from Above]. The figure you offered is insufficient in light of the facts of the case.
Always reject a settlement offer in writing. Type a letter to your contact at the insurance company listing the reasons you think that their offer is too low. Back up these reasons with concrete evidence attached to the letter. Finally, provide a counteroffer of a sum you think is more reasonable.
It is a good idea to avoid accepting a settlement offer until you fully recover from your injuries or have a firm medical prognosis about them from your doctor.
To reject the initial offer, you will create a counteroffer and send it via mail to the insurance company claims adjuster.
If you have determined to respond to a low settlement offer yourself, consider the following: Stay polite and professional. We understand it's a frustrating and emotional process. ... Ask questions. ... Offer the facts. ... Put your response in writing. ... Don't be bullied.
Your legal representative can help you write a letter that states your intentions. Within the letter, you can indicate that you reject the offer and highlight why you deserve a higher settlement amount. You should also counter their reasons for providing you with the low-ball initial offer.
Remain calm and analyze the offer even if you feel like the adjuster is trying to take advantage of you. Ask questions to find out how the adjuster came to the conclusion that they did. Develop and plan your response (which is often called a counteroffer). Respond to the offer in writing.
In response to your letter dated [Date of Insurer's Letter], I am unable to accept your offer of $[Offer Amount] to settle my demand for compensation in Claim Number [Claim Number from Above]. The figure you offered is insufficient in light of the facts of the case.
