Most attorneys won't take the case unless there is a bodily injury claim attached to it.
As an insurance claims examiner, this is what I suggest.
They offered you the $8900 probably after running your car through a company called CCC (I have no idea what that stands for. But that's what it's called.)
CCC gives what is supposed to be the fair market value for the standard issue explorer of the same year. The company will subtract money for any prior damage, or anything that would lower the value. It's illegal for the company to think your car is worth 12k and only offer 9k. They have to offer what they think it's worth.
YOU HAVE TO TELL THEM WHY IT'S WORTH MORE! Gather evidence. Was there really low miles? Was it emaculate? Was there lots of after market parts?
GIVE THEM PROOF!
Another thing you'll want to do is find vehicles identical (or damn near) to yours that is for sell in your area. What are those going for?
Gather your evidence and provide it to the adjuster.
You don't need a lawyer!
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