Being involved in a car accident can have a devastating impact on a person’s life since they may not be able to perform all daily activities or even work. To recover losses resulting from the negligent actions of another person it’s advisable to see an auto injury attorney. The following tips can be used to prepare for an initial meeting with this professional.
Before seeing an auto injury attorney for the first time, find out how the lawyer charges clients and potential clients for services. Many personal injury lawyers work on a contingency basis, meaning that the lawyer’s fees come out of any money awarded to a client. These fees are typically a percentage of the final amount paid to a client, however, a lawyer can still charge for an initial visit, so be prepared to pay the lawyer for this before talking to him.
The initial meeting is usually the time when a lawyer will decide whether to represent a potential client. Even though the lawyer may have to consult partners in the practice, the results of the initial meeting will be an important factor regarding the lawyer’s decision, so for this reason be prepared: have all documents organized in labeled folders and bring all evidence such as pictures, videos, and even sketches to the meeting. Include the names and contact information of all witnesses and allow the lawyer to decide what is relevant to the case. The lawyer will also need the name and contact information of your insurance information.
Since most law offices are places of tradition dress appropriately in conservative clothing; use cordial manners and let the lawyer lead the meeting. Be ready to explain what happened; you can practice doing this at home beforehand. Also, make a list of questions to ask the lawyer. The lawyer will probably start the meeting by asking questions, so compile a list of questions the lawyer may ask and practice answering them.
By using these suggestions, a person will have an easier time getting through the initial visit. For more information on personal injury legal services. This practice can handle personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, product liability, and workers’ compensation cases.
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