Why Should I Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?

Often times after an accident, as a victim of someone else’s negligence, you will be contacted by a number of individuals including law enforcement, doctors, and assuredly, insurance claims adjusters. They will be hounding you for paperwork and statements all while you are trying to recover from your injuries and many times while on pain medication. That is not the time to be negotiating a settlement all by yourself. That is why it is important to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney and the following are just a few reasons why. 

• Liability. Even if you consider your accident to be “straight forward” or “clear cut,” An experienced attorney can better help you prepare to prove the at-fault party breached their duty of care and should be held responsible for their negligence. 

• Statutory Rules and Regulations. Experienced personal injury attorneys know the law and can help you navigate your claim more quickly and efficiently. Additionally, there are often critical steps which must be taken and in the correct order or your claim may be jeopardized before you are able to recover any damages. 

• Experience. Experience matters in any legal matter and especially in personal injury. An experienced personal injury attorney can evaluate your claim and determine if your claim is worth pursing and for how much you should seek in damages. Further, an attorney may be able to get you some relief right away through PIP benefits and other insurance coverage.

• Paperwork. Experienced attorneys will be able to help you navigate the deluge of paperwork and confusing terminology associated with an insurance claim. Thus, you can focus on recovering while your attorney handles all of the forms and requests by the insurance companies. 

• Insurance Tactics. In relation to the confusing paperwork, experienced attorneys are better equipped to handle and decipher the insurance company lingo that is designed to trick and confuse. They will negotiate with your best interests at heart and not be tricked or pressured into a settlement without recovering for the full amount you deserve.

• Settlements. Experienced personal injury attorneys are capable of assessing your claim and its value more accurately. They have experience dealing with insurance companies and have a greater knowledge of just how much each claim should be worth. They will be able to take into account the current and future costs associated with your injuries and demand that the insurance company meet those needs in a just settlement. 

• Advocate. Experienced personal injury attorneys are in your corner. While you may be overwhelmed with emotions of pain, fear, and anger, your attorney is objective and focused on your best interest. This will ensure that you do not rush into a settlement that may leave you with future, out-of-pocket expenses.