Experiencing an injury is painful and traumatic. Many times, in addition to the injury, you are also forced to deal with medical bills and lost wages. The decision to hire a personal injury lawyer can be complicated, but hiring the right lawyer will ensure your case is handled smoothly and efficiently. A few simple tips can help to determine not only if a personal injury lawyer is properly equipped to handle your case, but also if they have your best interest at heart.
Experience
A lawyer with previous experience handling cases similar to your own is often more efficient and much more likely to be successful. They understand the preparation involved in such cases. In addition, ask about their success rate in similar cases. A successful lawyer has developed proven strategies for dealing with personal injury cases and had favorable outcomes for their clients.
Trial
Not all people who hire a personal injury lawyer wish to file a lawsuit or go to trial. A lawyer will be up front and give you their honest opinion on whether your case will go to trial. A lawyer looking out for your best interest will not always have a trial as their ultimate goal. Many times an experienced lawyer is able to successfully negotiate a fair and reasonable settlement for your injuries without ever setting foot in a courtroom.
Fees
If you’ve been injured with an accident, you are already facing medical bills. It’s important to discuss fees before hiring a lawyer. Are you only required to pay legal fees if you win the case or does your lawyer expect full payment no matter the outcome? Find out if you will be required to pay any upfront fees, including court filing fees and expert witness fees. All fees should be put into writing and you should not sign any agreement until you fully understand what you are required to pay.
Get Help from A Tampa Personal Injury Attorney
Contact us for a free legal consultation. The personal injury lawyers of Hancock Law Firm will personally review your case and explain our no recovery, no fee policy.
