why should you hire a personal injury lawyer

Why Should You Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?

• Paperwork. Filing a personal injury case means a lot of complicated paperwork. ...
• Your Best Interest in Mind. Hiring a lawyer means having someone that has your best interest in mind. ...
• Peace of Mind. Knowing that a professional is on your side can give you confidence in your case and ensure that your rights are not taken advantage of.

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1. Experience

Not all personal injury claims result in compensation and if you have no experience, you can spend an enormous amount of money and time only to find out that your case had no merits in the first place.

2. No upfront fees

What most people do not realize is that many personal injury lawyers have no upfront fees. They work on a contingency basis; this means that they only get paid if you win the case. You only pay for administrative fees and that includes fees for getting medical records from doctors and the costs for filing the case.

3. Avoid the legal complexities

When filing a personal injury case, not only are there deadlines that need to be met but the right forms and correct terminology have to be used or it is possible that the case may be rejected. Experienced personal injury attorneys know exactly what to say and do, which paperwork to file, and are fully aware of the deadlines.

4. Lawyers have a team

The majority of personal injury cases require a great deal of documentation, collection of evidence, speaking to doctors, and obtaining police reports. Lawyers usually have a team of workers, each of whom is specialized to deal with these matters so that the deadline for filing a case is not missed.

5. Staying calm

Filing a personal injury claim can be associated with anxiety, anger, irritability, and constant frustration. The legal system in the country is fraught with bureaucracy and dealing with people in the court system is not easy. You will constantly be asked to speak to someone else and more often than not, maybe kept waiting for weeks or months.

6. Negotiations

The majority of personal injury cases are settled out of court, but if you are not an attorney, you may not know how to negotiate. Experienced attorneys know how to negotiate with insurers to get the maximum compensation that you deserve.

7. Getting the facts

Lawyers know how to approach personal injury cases and what facts to collect. They know what types of letters to write to doctors and potential witnesses. They can easily find the facts of the case, which is essential in any personal injury case.

1. You sustained a severe injury or were permanently disabled

If your injury, which resulted from someone else’s negligence, is severe or you were permanently disabled after an accident, you should speak with a personal injury lawyer right away.

3. The insurance company refuses to settle your claim for a fair amount

Since insurance companies are looking out for their own interests, it’s not uncommon for insurers to engage in bad faith practices. Insurance companies employ different tactics to deny legitimate claims or settle claims for as little as possible.

4. You exhausted the insurance policy limits or cannot negotiate a settlement

If the insurance company is not willing to accept your settlement offer or you have already reached the policy limits, you may need to consider filing a lawsuit against the at-fault party or the insurance company, depending on your situation.

1. They can objectively evaluate your case and explain your options

If you have been badly injured due to another person’s negligence, chances are you aren’t capable of looking at your situation unbiasedly. For this reason, it makes sense to contact a personal injury lawyer to discuss your unique situation objectively and without emotions.

2. They know the law

Unless you have a law degree yourself, you probably don’t know how the legal system works. Also, you probably aren’t aware of all the personal injury laws in your state.

3. They know how to negotiate a fair settlement

You can gain the upper hand in personal injury negotiations if you hire an attorney with excellent negotiation skills. If your injury is because of someone else’s negligence, chances are you will need to communicate with the insurance company or even the at-fault party’s lawyer.

4. They will represent your interests in court

While only a small number of personal injury cases get to trial, you should never rule out the possibility of filing a lawsuit. Taking your case to court may be the only option to recover damages when the at-fault party or their insurer refuses to settle your claim for a fair amount.

In Some Situations, Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer Could Be One of the Best Decisions You Ever Make

If your claim involves more significant injuries (ranging from moderate to severe in nature), a personal injury lawyer may be able to help you recover substantially more financial compensation than you would get on your own.

Is Hiring a Lawyer Worth It?

There’s an inherent assumption in this question, which is that personal injury lawyers are hard to afford. It’s a common misconception.

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