It’s important to choose a personal injury lawyer quickly after you are injured in an accident. We often encourage people to secure an attorney as soon as they’re medically capable of doing so.
Yet, it is also important to choose the right lawyer.
Here are a few ways to do that.
- Ask your lawyer about their negotiation strategies. Most personal injury cases settle, and most outcomes hinge, at least in part, on the lawyer’s ability to negotiate. For example, there is no guideline on pain and suffering multipliers, and you can win thousands more dollars if your lawyer can negotiate the multiplier just a little higher.
- If any of your friends or family members have ever been involved in a personal injury case, ask for recommendations. If they were satisfied, there’s a good chance you’ll be satisfied with your results as well.
- Read reviews! They often are an excellent indicator of whether the personal injury lawyer will do a good job for you.
- Look for an attorney who is experienced with cases like yours. Ask for generalized results.
- Take advantage of your free initial case evaluation. Take the time to determine whether you’re compatible. You’re going to be working with this attorney for 18 to 26 months on average. If you don’t feel respected or like your questions will get answered, keep working.
- Make sure you understand the lawyer’s contingency fee schedule, as well as the other legal fees you will end up paying out of your settlement.
- Check the lawyer’s record with the New York State Bar to make sure the attorney is licensed, admitted to practice, and in good standing with the Bar.
You’ve only got one chance to receive fair compensation for your injury. Don’t just go with the lawyer who calls you back the fastest or the lawyer with the smallest contingency fees. Take the time to choose a lawyer thoughtfully. While it is possible to change your lawyer mid-case, it makes your case harder and introduces unnecessary delays.
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See also:
The Importance of Documenting Your New York Personal Injury Claim
Steps to Take After a Personal Injury Accident in New York