The Risks of Signing an Insurance Company Release Form

Insurance companies often rush victims to sign release forms shortly after an accident. While it may seem like a quick way to get a check, signing this document officially ends your claim—even if new medical issues or lost wages arise later. In this video, Attorney David Anderson explains why you should never sign a release without a legal review and how doing so prematurely can leave you and your family responsible for future expenses.

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I’m constantly asked, should I sign an insurance company release form? Hi, my name is David Anderson. I’m a personal injury attorney here in Central Florida, and I’d like to answer that question for you.

The answer is no, not before speaking with an attorney. An insurance release form ends any claim that you have against the insurance company. So, for example, if you incurred medical bills or lost wages after your insurance release form has been signed, you and your family may be left owing those bills. So signing an insurance release form too soon may leave you uncompensated.

If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of someone else’s carelessness, seek the advice of a qualified attorney as soon as possible to guide you through the legal process. Give us a call at one-eight hundred BURNETTI. Thanks for watching.

This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. It was approved by attorney Doug Burnetti, founder of Burnetti, P.A., a board-certified civil trial lawyer with experience handling cases involving auto accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, and product liability.