Why Consulting a Personal Injury Lawyer Matters
When you have been hurt in a car collision, it is hard to know where to start, and often, it is the first and hopefully only time you will have this experience. Talking with an experienced attorney as soon as possible can help you make sense of the process, provide direction, and help you determine your options. Many attorneys offer free consultations. So, what should you expect from a free consultation with a good personal injury lawyer, and what should you bring to that meeting?
How a Lawyer Evaluates Your Case
A good personal injury lawyer will spend as much time as necessary to answer your questions and review the facts of the car collision, your injuries, and your treatment. This could take anywhere from an hour to even longer, depending on the situation. In addition to that, a personal injury lawyer should be able to tell you about their experience and provide you with a general game plan as to how a personal injury claim is pursued, what damages may be pursued in your situation, generally describe both the pre-suit negotiation process as well as the litigation process and how the lawyer can assist you. A good lawyer will also be able to explain in detail how lawyer fees and expenses are handled and will never make promises or guarantees about the outcome of your personal injury case. That’s a lot, but a good lawyer will take the time to go over these topics in detail and hopefully provide you with a better understanding of your options and your claim’s future.
What You Should Bring to Your Consultation
As a potential client, any information about the car collision and your treatment would be helpful for the lawyer at the initial consultation. Things like pictures of the scene, the vehicles involved, and your injuries, the police report, medical bills and records, and health insurance EOBs are all good to bring with you. However, if you forget these items or don’t have them, don’t worry because having these at the meeting is not required for a productive initial consultation.
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