How to Pick a Personal Injury Lawyer

When you buy a car, you don’t just visit a car dealership and choose one at random. You choose a car that specifically fits your needs. After all, a family of six can’t get by with a sports car, and a bachelor probably doesn’t want a station wagon.

The same theory applies to personal injury lawyers. If you are determining how to pick a personal injury lawyer, you want to choose an attorney with care. For example, your attorney should have experience in the type of law that applies to your case. And you want a law firm that will treat you with the respect and care you deserve.

With so many attorneys to choose from, it can be challenging to know where to start in selecting the one that is right for you. But there are several factors you can keep in mind that will help you make the best choice.

If you have been injured due to the actions of another, you need a law firm that has experienced lawyers in every field and an exceptional record of helping clients get the compensation they need. Contact Morgan & Morgan to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our skilled attorneys today.

What to Look for in a Personal Injury Lawyer

The law books in America are filled with millions of lines of statutes and regulations. It would take a lawyer multiple lifetimes just to read all of the laws in the country, let alone understand them all. No single attorney can master every type of law.

This is why lawyers focus on just a few areas of law, usually in specific states. It allows them to better help their clients in the fields they practice. But it also means that when you need an attorney, you will need to find a lawyer that practices the right type of law if you want to win your case.

To narrow your search and make finding the right lawyer an easier process, consider these factors:

Location

A primary factor to consider is where your case is located. When an attorney passes the bar examination in their state, it allows them to practice law in that specific state. Various laws allow them to practice in other states, but typically, an attorney only works in one or two states at most.

When choosing a personal injury lawyer, you want an attorney that has years or decades of experience in the state where you were injured. This won’t always be the state where you live, so it isn’t necessarily as easy as finding a local lawyer.

You need an attorney that not only knows the law for the state you were hurt in but also has relationships with doctors and insurance companies in the area. These relationships mean that your attorney can better negotiate a fair settlement in your case and can help you get the medical attention you need.

Practice Area

You wouldn’t go to an orthopedist if you were having a baby. Similarly, you shouldn’t try to hire a criminal attorney if you need a personal injury lawyer. You need an attorney that practices civil law.

Additionally, civil law is a vast field. And attorneys spend a lifetime learning the intricacies of specific aspects of the field. A lawyer that mostly handles car accident cases probably won’t be much help if you have been injured by medical malpractice.

When choosing a personal injury lawyer, ask the attorney how many people they have represented with cases similar to yours. Hopefully, the answer is in the hundreds, and they have been practicing this type of law for a decade or more. Anything less, and you should be wary about choosing this attorney.

Communication

Most people do not have a great deal of understanding of the law or the insurance claims process. A good personal injury lawyer understands this and answers all of your questions, often before you even think to ask them.

When choosing an attorney, you want one who is easy to contact and who prioritizes communicating with clients. This means your attorney should be readily available and willing to contact you via email, direct messages, in person, or by phone, depending on which you find most convenient.

Furthermore, your lawyer should keep you up-to-date on the progress of your case with regular communication. The last thing you need is an attorney that falls off the grid after you hire them.

Compassion

Lawyers are often depicted as sharks in the media. Supposedly, they only care about money and see their clients as little more than a paycheck. While some attorneys may fit that mold, the lawyers at the law firm of Morgan and Morgan do not.

Our personal injury lawyers truly care about the welfare of their clients. When you come to us, you are in pain and facing one of the most stressful moments of your life. Our top concern is helping you recover quickly and as painlessly as possible.

When choosing an attorney, you should make sure they understand the difficulty you are going through. You want someone who will listen to your story and help you choose options that improve your life, rather than options that make the lawyer more money.

Why You Should Choose a Personal Injury Lawyer From Morgan & Morgan

Our law firm has been protecting families since 1988. During that time, we have won over $20 billion for our clients. We take pride in how many people we have helped recover from serious injuries and return to normal life.

We have locations in every state in the country. This means that you can be certain that you will be represented by an attorney that understands the law where you were hurt. 

This is particularly advantageous if you were harmed in a different place than where you live. You can speak with a local attorney while a lawyer in another state handles your case.

Furthermore, because we have over 1,000 lawyers at our law firm, you can always be certain that you are being represented by an attorney experienced with your type of case. Our lawyers have decades of combined experience handling every type of law that exists.

And we don’t just practice every type of law. More often than not, we win our cases. We have negotiated for billions in compensation and won billions more at trial. Our law firm has an impressive record of success, and we welcome you to speak to any of our past clients.

Most importantly, though, we always put the client first. This means that you can expect excellent communication throughout your case and compassionate attorneys that care about your needs. If you ever have a concern, tell us about it, and we will do our best to solve your problem.

What to Expect from a Personal Injury Lawyer

Before you even hire a personal injury attorney, you will meet with them to discuss your case. The purpose of this meeting is two-fold. The lawyer is trying to determine whether your case has merit and what type of compensation you can expect. Also, the attorney will explain your legal options.

After you hire an attorney, they will immediately take the lead in your case. This means they will communicate with the insurance company, investigate the circumstances of your case, and file legal documents with the court, if necessary.

The time it takes to complete your case varies depending on the circumstances and details of your claim. Generally, the attorney will negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance company that will pay all your medical bills and covers any additional expenses you incurred. 

If all goes well, you will need to do very little other than occasionally be updated on the progress of your case by your lawyer.

Your case may need to go to trial to get the compensation you deserve, but this is uncommon. If it does happen, your lawyer will represent you throughout the trial and during any appeals.