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Questions to Ask When Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney

By Jeff Rasansky

 

On Hiring a Lawyer

You may be anxious about hiring a lawyer, but you must remember that it is you who are in charge of the hiring process. Although most personal injury attorneys charge a contingency fee (a fee assessed at the end of the case and only if you are successful) you will still want to be assured you made the right choice. Even though you pay a fee after you receive your compensation, you are the one paying the bill.

Here are some questions that may help you in finding the right attorney.

Q: Is there a charge for this consultation?


Q: Who will be paying my medical, therapy, drug, transportation, lost income and pain and suffering expenses?

Q: What do I need to do to protect my rights to these claims? What forms and paperwork will I need to obtain? Where can I get these forms?

Q:Will you be able to assist me with my medical claims? If needed, will I be able to rely on you to help me with my property damage claim?

Q: How many insurance companies need to be notified? Will you do this for me?

Q: If I have a question regarding my case, will I be able to speak with you directly or do I have to speak to a paralegal?

Q: Do you practice primarily in the field of Personal Injury?

Q: Do you retain professional liability insurance?

Q: Will I be charged a legal fee if you do not recover money for me?


Q: What are my alternatives to resolve my claim? Do you ever utilize mediation and arbitration?


Q: Is my spouse entitled to any of the settlement or money awarded? What happens if I get divorced?

Choosing a personal injury attorney is a serious decision. Hopefully the above questions will help you find the right one!

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jeff Rasansky

Full post as published by Dallas Personal Injury Lawyer on September 10, 2008 (boomark / email).