09 Oct Is Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney Worth the Effort?
If you have ever been in an accident or had an injury due to the negligence of another party, you know how frustrating it feels when you do not receive the compensation you deserve. You are tired. You are hurt. You are injured. The idea of fighting the liable party on your own seems nearly impossible. You have heard others mention the use of a personal injury attorney to help manage the case, but is hiring a lawyer really worth the effort? You may also say to yourself, “I am not the litigious type!”
Regardless if the accident was intended or not, the person injured has justified reason to bring a claim against the party responsible if it resulted in serious financial costs and unforeseen health issues. The right personal injury attorney is equipped with the tools, knowledge, and experience to aggressively fight to serve justice.
Why do I need an attorney?
- Your claim might be too complicated: As soon as you start working on your claim, you will notice it is not as easy as you may have thought. In some cases, many legal complexities need to be settled in order to prove negligence from the responsible party. Major physical injuries complicate the situation as well. If you are seriously injured, you will not have the time, strength, or energy to work through the case while also attending medical appointments. Finally, you might not be totally sure of what measures you need to take to successfully file this claim. Only an experienced personal injury attorney can provide you with the correct information and guide you to receive the compensation you deserve.
- Negotiating for just compensation: Did you know that most personal injury cases can be settled outside of a courtroom without the filing of a lawsuit? Typically, the insurance company will resolve the claim with you without you formally filing a Complaint in a court of law. These companies will lower their settlement offer to plaintiffs who do not have an attorney representing them. For this reason, it is important you are represented by an attorney to get the maximum amount of financial compensation possible.
- Fair court representation: A personal injury attorney will fight for fair compensation on behalf of their client. They will also make sure the plaintiffs have the representation they need to defend their case and receive payment for all damages.
- You need advice: We know what the insurance companies are looking for in evaluation of their claims. From the moment you get into the accident, everything you do (or don’t do) will affect the value of your claim. Many times, the compensation you receive depends on how well you work through a specific legal rule. Knowledgeable personal injury attorneys make your life easier. When knowledge is power, a personal injury lawyer will be invaluable to your case. He/she will advise you on everything you need to know in order to be prepared for the next legal move towards compensation.
One thing is for sure. A personal injury attorney will get the attention of the party responsible for your injury. The likelihood of negotiation, and eventually a fair settlement, is much greater. Moreover, you will have a legal partner who will provide answers on your behalf and guide you on your journey to fair financial compensation.
If you are looking for an experienced personal injury attorney, you can trust The Law Firm of Cindy Goldstein. When the injured party reaches out for counsel, our team uses in-depth expertise of personal injury legislation to help victims receive the best support and financial compensation. The Law Firm of Cindy Goldstein is proud to serve you. Contact Cindy Goldstein for a FREE legal consultation today.