If you were hurt in an incident and you want to take action against the responsible party, it’s advantageous to have an experienced personal injury attorney on your side. A good lawyer can help you understand your legal rights and options and will represent you in court if necessary.
Of course, with so much at stake, you shouldn’t turn to just anyone for counsel. Before hiring a personal injury attorney, there are a few questions you should ask to make sure you choose the right person for the job. Read on to learn what they are:
This experience can be invaluable in helping you navigate the legal system and ultimately securing the best possible outcome for your case. Many lawyers, especially nowadays, have not tried any cases or only a few. Ask about the cases the lawyer has tried and ask how his or her experience matches up to your facts.
Not all personal injury cases are created equal. Some cases are more complex than others, and some require specialized knowledge. Make sure to choose an attorney who has experience with cases similar to yours. The details might not be exactly the same, but your lawyer should have at least counseled clients who were hurt in accidents like the one in which you were injured.
Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. This means that they do not get paid unless they win the case. The fee is typically a percentage of the settlement or verdict. Be sure to ask about the attorney's fee structure before you hire them.
It is important to choose an attorney who will communicate with you regularly and keep you updated on the status of your case. Ask the attorney how often they will be in touch, and how you will be able to reach them if you have questions. Also, get the name of your paralegal and make sure you are very comfortable with him or her, because they’ll be communicating with you mostly.
No attorney can guarantee a win, but you should choose an attorney who has a good track record of success. Ask the attorney about their success rate handling cases similar to yours.
Choosing a personal injury attorney is an important decision. By asking these questions, you can make sure you hire the right person for the job.
At Hodge & Langley Law Firm, we have more than 50 years of collective experience in the legal field, and you can be sure we’ll put it to work for you. You can count on us for help with every aspect of your claim, from conducting the initial investigation to taking the liable party to court. To schedule a free initial case review with a personal injury attorney in South Carolina, fill out our Contact Form or call 864-585-3873.
Submission of information in this contact form does not establish an attorney-client relationship. In order to establish such a relationship with our firm we require a direct meeting with the attorney.
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