How do you choose a California personal injury lawyer who can successfully handle your personal injury claim?
If you have been injured in an accident, choosing the right plaintiff’s personal injury lawyer is a crucial task. A skilled personal injury lawyer can improve the chances of a successful resolution to your case. As in any profession, certain professionals are more capable than others. Therefore, finding a personal injury lawyer who stands out for their excellence in representing those seriously injured in an accident is key.
Personal referrals and online reviews are a good place to start
Often friends and family can recommend a personal injury lawyer who has represented them in the past and with whom they were happy. If you cannot find a referral from family or friends, online reviews are the next best thing. Searching review sites such as Yelp, Google, and Avvo will show a star rating for personal injury lawyers in your area. Reading the reviews of former clients of the most highly rated personal injury lawyers is a must. It will give you a good indication of how former clients feel about that personal injury lawyer and their case results.
Credentials, Past Results, and Experience Matter
Once you have narrowed your choice to a select few lawyers or firms, here are some essential factors to consider:
- How long have they been practicing? Lawyers in practice less than five years may not have sufficient experience.
- What are their credentials? Reviewing a lawyer’s credentials, including any industry awards, and their past settlements and trial verdicts will give insight into their abilities.
- Is their practice devoted solely to plaintiff’s personal injury law? It is best to choose a lawyer whose practice is 100% dedicated to the plaintiff’s personal injury law.
- Does the lawyer have extensive experience handling the specific accident type that caused your injuries? Lawyers specializing in certain accident types may have more knowledge and skill in that particular practice area, potentially resulting in a better outcome for your case. Some firm’s such as certain car accident lawyers may specialize in only certain types of accidents.
- Do they offer a free consultation? It is always a good idea before choosing a personal injury lawyer to meet with them in person. You will be able to judge the lawyer’s temperament and professional abilities in person. In addition, personal injury cases can take years to resolve, and you want to be comfortable working with your lawyer.
- Are they willing to take your case on a contingency fee arrangement? Most personal injury lawyers will take your case on a contingency fee based on a percentage of the recovery. If the lawyer is not willing to work on a strict contingency arrangement, look elsewhere.
- If your personal injury case cannot be settled, is the lawyer willing to litigate your claim? Not all negligent parties or insurers are reasonable and may not be willing to settle. Your only remaining option is to sue. It is best to find a lawyer who is ready, willing, and able to handle your case all the way through litigation if necessary.
- Can you speak with former clients? An excellent personal injury lawyer will have many satisfied former clients and will have no problem allowing you to talk with some of them.
Choosing a skilled personal injury lawyer to represent you can make a substantial difference in maximizing the value and success of your case.
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At The Hassell Law Group, our legal team are experts in personal injury law with over 100 years of combined legal experience, and experience matters. We stand up to aggressive insurance companies and have a history of obtaining award-winning results for our clients. We fight every step of the way to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means there is no financial risk in hiring our law firm. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and case evaluation. We welcome your questions, and our legal team looks forward to helping you obtain just and proper compensation for your personal injury claim.
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