There are five questions you need to ask before hiring an injury lawyer after an accident in Indiana. Our team at Vaughan & Vaughan can help you review these questions so you feel confident about selecting the right firm to handle your claim.
These questions help you learn about the firm’s experience, fees, legal knowledge, and other vital factors. You can select an Indianapolis personal injury lawyer after going over these questions.
Find out more about how we can help by calling or completing our online contact form.
Does the Law Firm Have Experience With Cases Like Yours?
One of the first questions to ask a personal injury lawyer involves their experience with your specific accident. Some lawyers focus on handling only one kind of claim and may not have the training to assist in your situation.
Specialists can help, especially if your claim has a lot of complicating factors. Our team can assist you with:
- Car accident claims
- Truck accident claims
- Motorcycle accident claims
- Construction accident claims
- Wrongful death claims
You may even want to hire a firm with specific experience handling the injuries you sustained, like broken bones, burns, concussions, or internal injuries.
You can learn more about a firm’s experience by checking out their case results and testimonials.
Your Case Will Get
The Attention It Deserves
Does the Law Firm Have Experience Going to Trial?
Many personal injury claims get resolved out of court through an insurance settlement. However, there are times when insurance companies refuse to approach negotiations in good faith and only provide lowball offers.
In this case, it’s essential that you have a legal team on your side with trial experience, so make sure you include this question during your consultation.
What Does the Law Firm Charge?
It’s essential to consider the costs of hiring a personal injury lawyer to take on your claim. Generally, firms in Indiana work on a contingency basis, meaning they receive a percentage of your final compensation as payment for legal fees.
However, firms can charge different percentages based on their reputation, experience, and time in business. Make sure that you fully understand the fee structure before signing any documents from the firm.
Find Out How the Law Firm Handles Fees
On a related note, you should ask how the law firm will address additional costs associated with your personal injury claim. Make sure you find out who is responsible for covering costs for:
- Filing fees
- Hiring expert witnesses
- Accident reconstruction
Some firms have you pay these costs as they arise throughout your claim, while others include them with the legal fees covered at the end of your case, so make sure you check as part of your attorney review.
Will Your Case Get Personal Attention?
You deserve personal support and attention after an accident. However, some firms will hand off claims to junior associates, paralegals, and assistants.
In many cases, these legal professionals are ready and prepared to handle work on legal cases. Still, you should know up-front about the delegation of work on your claim, especially if a primary attorney is making you big promises.
What Does a Lawyer Think About Your Claim?
You should ask any potential personal injury lawyer for an honest assessment of your claim and the likelihood of securing compensation to cover your:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and diminished earning potential
- Property damage
- Pain, emotional suffering, and mental anguish
Attorneys cannot provide you with guaranteed answers to your questions. Still, they can give you information about the likely outcomes of your claim based on their experience with similar cases.
A lawyer should provide you with honest information about how long your claim might take and the kind of compensation you can expect. These answers may not always align with the expectations you brought in, but they should help you better understand your legal situation.
What Other Questions Should You Ask a Lawyer?
You may have many other questions after an accidental injury. Before hiring a lawyer, ask about their previously resolved cases. You may even ask for references from past clients they’ve helped.
It’s essential that you feel comfortable with the lawyer handling your claim, so take time to go over any concerns you have during your initial consultation. Most law firms provide an initial risk-free session with a team member.
Speak to Us About Hiring an Injury Lawyer
You can go over the five questions you need to ask before hiring an injury lawyer with our team at Vaughan & Vaughan. We’re ready to represent you in and out of court as we focus on bringing you maximum compensation for your losses.
Call or complete our online contact form to learn more.
