Have you been injured in an accident? Have your friends tried to advise you to hire a lawyer, but you're considering trying to handle everything on your own? While there are obviously many things that you can handle on your own, dealing with the aftermath of an accident may not be one of them. A good attorney can help you in many ways. Here are some of the most important reasons why you should hire a lawyer to handle your case:
Insurance company run-around: If you're representing yourself, the insurance companies that are involved may mark your paperwork as less important than people who have legal representation. When they assume that you aren't familiar with any of the laws in question, they may send dubiously-worded letters that imply that you must take a small settlement. A good personal injury lawyer will know how to navigate around the red tape, filing the necessary paperwork with the insurance companies and, if necessary, with the court. He or she will also be able to look out for your legal well-being, letting you know the consequences of accepting an early settlement or of waiting until the case comes to court.
Team of experts: When it's just you against the insurance company, you have only yourself to rely on. You'll have to track down documents and try to find any other evidence on your own. A personal injury lawyer has a team of experts that he or she will call on for each case. For example, your lawyer might hire a personal investigator to find out if anyone else has been involved in the same type of accident that was caused by the person or company who caused your accident. If your lawyer can make a case for willful negligence due to these findings, you be able to get more money awarded to you.
No upfront payment: One reason why many people hesitate to hire a personal injury lawyer is the thought of paying money that they don't have. However, most personal injury lawyers will take a case with absolutely no money paid up front. If the case is lost, you won't owe the lawyer anything. But if the case is won or settled in your favor, then the attorney will only take a percentage of the money that you've gotten from the case. Before hiring a lawyer, he or she will let you know what percentage of your settlement they will receive, as it can vary slightly between different law offices.
Share19 August 2016
When it comes to fighting in court, it isn't always easy to stay strong, stable, and secure in your convictions. Fortunately, by working with a great lawyer, things become much easier. About ten years ago now, I was accused of a crime that I didn't commit, and it was really heartbreaking. I started thinking about what to do, and a friend of mine suggested working with a great lawyer. It was incredible to see how much help the lawyer was, and within a few months, I was proven innocent. This blog is here to help people who might be fighting legal battles of their own.
