Questions To Ask Your Personal Injury Lawyer
25 July 2016
What to Know Before You Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
Finding the right lawyer is as personal a decision as finding the right doctor. During the course of your case you will get to know that person and their staff in very significant and meaningful ways. You are about to enter into a battle, and you need to find the right teammate and leader to ensure victory. And you want to make sure the attorney you choose is qualified to handle your case. Before you hire a personal injury lawyer, here are a few questions you should know the answers to:
What Type of Case Do You Typically Handle?
Not every lawyer has expertise that fits your particular case. Personal injury law is a specialization in itself, but your lawyer may have a specialty within that field, in medical malpractice or suing governmental entities. It’s helpful to know what percentage of their cases involve personal injury and how much time is devoted to other types of cases.
Who Is Your Typical Client?
You’ll want to find a personal injury lawyer who typically represents people like you. For example, if you were thinking of hiring a lawyer who typically defends doctors instead of representing patients, this would likely not be a good fit. If this lawyer typically defends corporations with billions of dollars in assets it is unlikely they can help individuals and small business because they will likely be prevented due to conflicts of interest. Having this information will also give you an idea of the financial background of their usual clients and whether they are willing to work on a contingency fee basis.
Have You Handled Cases Similar To Mine?
While no two cases are the same, the outcome of cases similar to yours can be a good indication of your lawyer’s expertise and their abilities throughout the litigation and at trial. If your lawyer has handled several cases similar to yours, they are sure to know the intricacies of the law surrounding your circumstance.
What Aspects of my Case Will Be Handled By Paralegals or Legal Assistants?
It is important to know who exactly is handling what portions of your case. At DLG we strive to ensure you know what is happening with your case and who is responsible at every step.
What Do You Think Is The Likely Outcome?
Of course no lawyer can predict the outcome of a case, but they can and should have an idea of how the case will progress. They should be able to tell you if it looks like a clear, by the book trial or if you’re going to be fighting an uphill battle. If any personal injury lawyer 100% guarantees you will win, be weary of these statements. Not only are they unethical, but no lawyer can predict the future, let alone a verdict.
Need a Personal Injury Lawyer in Austin?
Frequently regaled as one of the top personal injury lawyers in the Austin area, Josh Davis has the experience to fight for you. Whether you are looking for legal help after an accident or medical malpractice, our lawyers provide quality, thorough defense in every case.