8 Factors to Consider When Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you recently suffered a personal injury and want to get compensation, hire a personal injury lawyer. However, numerous personal injury lawyers might practice in your area. Therefore, selecting the most experienced lawyer can be challenging. Discover tips you can use to find the most qualified lawyer for your personal injury case.
1. Experience
An attorney recently admitted to the bar may not be the best choice. Instead, select an attorney who has a long working history. Find out the years that the lawyer has handled personal injury cases. Also, determine the number of cases as well as the success rate.
2. Cost
A contingency fee is the most common way to pay a personal injury attorney. The payment model means that the lawyer only gets paid if you win your case. Once you win the case, the attorney will receive a specific percentage of your compensation money. The rate varies from attorney to attorney.
3. Area of Practice
Personal injury laws are different in each state. So, hire a lawyer who understands the personal injury regulations and processes in the jurisdiction where the injury occurred. The attorney should also have handled cases similar to your situation. For example, if you are involved in a car accident, the lawyer should prove that they have previously won car accident injury cases.
4. Referrals
Successful and experienced personal injury attorneys have many positive reviews from clients. Therefore, somebody you know is likely to recommend a qualified lawyer.
Ask your friends and family members to recommend a personal injury lawyer. Alternatively, you can ask prospective lawyers to provide a list of references. Reach out to some of the references to get more information about the attorney. Some of the references can be on the attorney's website or portfolio.
5. Reputation
Work with a lawyer or law firm with an excellent reputation. The lawyer should be trustworthy and well-respected by clients and community members.
6. Track Record
Pay special attention to the attorney's track record. Determine the number of cases that the attorney has won. Also, know the percentage of successful cases that were settled out of court and which went to trial.
Also, ask the lawyer about the time they have spent on each case. This information will help you to determine the amount of time the lawyer dedicated to each case. You likely want a lawyer who will spend significant time working on your case.
7. Comfortableness
Work with a lawyer who you are comfortable with to increase your chances of winning the case. The lawyer should make you feel at ease, valued, and cared for.
8. Team
Some personal injury lawyers will not work on every aspect of the case. Instead, the lawyer can delegate some of the work to a paralegal or legal secretary. In some cases, the senior attorney may leave most of the work to a junior associate.
You may prefer to work with an attorney who handles all aspects of your case. However, having an attorney who works with a team can be a good way to create a strong case and prepare better.
Personal injuries can lead to high medical bills and cause mental and physical suffering. Fortunately, you can receive compensation from the guilty party to put your life back on track. Walsh & Associates, PC, can help you prepare for your case and get justice. We have experience of more than 30 years and have helped many accident victims get fair compensation. Contact us to get support. We look forward to working with you and will answer any questions or concerns you may have.