Before your first initial consultation, you'll want to make some notes about things you'd like to discuss with the car accident lawyer and questions you want to ask.
You should outline the details of your automobile accident because the attorney needs that information to assess your case. Make written notes, so you don't forget any important details during the meeting.
You should also make a list of questions that you'd like to ask the lawyer. These questions are intended to help you learn more about the automobile accident lawyer and decide whether to hire him or her to handle your case. Ask questions that will help you make that decision.
Background & Experience
Begin the meeting by asking about the lawyer's education and professional experience. Suggested questions include:
- How long have you practiced personal injury law?
- Does your practice consist solely of representing auto accident victims, or do you do other types of legal work as well?
- On average, how many automobile accident victims do you represent each year?
- How many auto accident injury lawsuits do you settle each year? How many cases do you take to trial each year?
- Have you frequently handled cases similar to mine?
- Which law school did you attend, and when did you graduate?
Legal Fees
Questions to ask about the estimated cost of your case include:
- Do you charge a contingency fee or hourly rate?
- If we do not get a settlement or win the case, will I have to pay you any money?
- Do you charge a retainer fee?
- What other expenses will I have to pay? Can you estimate their total?
- Can you do show me some examples of how much money I would take home after legal fees and expenses?
Hiring a Car Accident Attorney
Once you've met with all of the lawyers you're considering, then it's time to pick the one you want to hire. Reflect on your meetings, and think about whether there's one attorney who is the best person to handle your case. If there is, you'll have an easy time making up your mind. If you're torn between several, think about both the objective criteria-Does the attorney have the necessary skills and experience? How much does the attorney charge?-and the subjective criteria-Did you feel comfortable with the attorney? Do you trust the attorney's judgment?
Once you've found the best auto accident attorney for your case, you're ready to move forward.
resource http://www.attorneys.com/auto-accidents/questions-when-hiring-car-accident-lawyers
