Accidents and injuries are an everyday part of life and something that almost all of us will experience at some point in our lifetime. However, the seriousness of accidents and injuries can vary, and while some may not have a significant impact on our life, others can cause a multitude of problems.
These include, but are not limited to time off work and potential loss of earnings, and medical treatment, rehabilitation and their associated bills. This is in addition to the pain and suffering you may have endured.
If the accident or injury wasn’t your fault, it simply isn’t fair to expect you to pick up the tab for the costs involved. A personal injury claim can help you gain compensation not only for the financial burden you have suffered, but also for the pain and inconvenience the injury has caused you.
Why you should use a personal injury lawyer
Starting a compensation claim for a personal injury can be daunting. To be successful you will need to undertake research, gather evidence and be prepared to undertake long and potentially tough negotiations with the liable party. If a settlement is not able to be reached, then you may need to take your case to court and present a concise and persuasive argument at trial.
It is for these reasons that many people seek the services of a personal injury lawyer. Not only can they take the stress out of the entire process, but a good personal injury attorney will have the experience and resources necessary to help you achieve the best possible outcome from your case.
What to look for in a good personal injury lawyer
There are many different attorneys that market themselves as being able to handle personal injury claims. However, not all lawyers are created equal, and in order to be successful, you will want to hire a professional, knowledgeable, and experienced attorney who can help you win your case.
Here are our top tips to help you find a good lawyer for your personal injury claim.
Choose a lawyer who specializes in personal injury
Many attorneys work across a broad range of cases. However, a lawyer who specializes in personal injury will have the best understanding of the laws, rules and regulations surrounding such cases, which will help you achieve the best outcome.
Select a lawyer with experience
Any good personal injury lawyer will be happy to tell you about their experience. Ask about their success rate, the settlements that they have been able to secure, and how they have handled their toughest negotiations.
You should also ensure that you select a lawyer with courtroom experience. Many attorneys who offer their services are focused purely on achieving a settlement out of court, and if the defendant knows this, they will use it to their advantage during negotiations. Instead, you want an attorney who is 100% behind you, and prepared to go to court to get you the settlement that you deserve.
Choose a lawyer based on personal recommendation
Any successful personal injury lawyer will also be willing to let you speak to past clients and get their personal recommendations, while having solid online reviews. Previous clients will be able to tell you not only about the outcome of their case, but how the attorney was to deal with on a day to day basis. This includes their availability, their communication skills, and how personable they were to work with. All of this information will help you to find a personal injury lawyer that you can trust to have your best interests in mind throughout the case.
Our personal injury lawyer, Frank Eidson, has successfully represented numerous clients, helping them to achieve the financial compensation that they deserve and that will support them in getting their life back on track. To find out more about our personal injury services or to arrange your consultation, please give our Florida office a call today today at 407-410-3579.
