Claims for injuries are prevalent in the world of attorneys. When people are injured the first thing many people want to know is do they have a claim. Answering this question and others can help injury victims know whether or not they should proceed with a claim for injury. Before filing a claim for injury, the people responsible for the accident must be notified of the injury and the intent to file a claim. This can be done by an attorney or by the victim themselves. This is to prevent the defense from saying that they did not know about the claim and also increases the chances of a claim being settled quickly. The next step the attorney or the victim will take will be to gather all evidence related to the injury that establishes who is responsible for the accident. This step is important in recovering compensation for the injury. Either an attorney or the victim will then write a formal demand letter and submit it to the defendant's insurance company and possibly even the insurance company of the victim, if covered by a no-fault policy. These steps may seem simple in regard to a claim for injuries. In theory they are; however, if the insurance company rebuts the claim or attempts to negotiate, a seasoned attorney should be present to take the appropriate steps or negotiate a fair settlement.