Do you want to file a personal injury claim? It may not be a wise idea to file a claim alone.
Millions of people are injured in car accidents every year. If this is the case for you, you might be eligible for a personal injury claim to recoup the damages to your vehicle, your medical bills, your lost wages if you have a job, and even pain and suffering if your injuries were severe enough.
Most personal injury claims can be settled out of the courthouse with a demand letter. So why would you ask an attorney for help?
Attorneys are paid on a contingency-fee basis. This means that if you don't win your personal injury claim, they don't receive a dime. Attorneys' fees come from your settlement. The industry standard is around 30% of whatever your claim settles for. This means that you don't have to pay anything out of pocket, and even the initial consultation with an attorney is free!
We asked an, attorney Alaina Sullivan, for her opinion on when you need to speak with an attorney. Read more to learn about your situation:
- If I file a workers' comp claim for my auto accident, can I also file a personal injury claim?
- Can an attorney help with my auto accident demand letter?
- Can a lawyer help me if I filed a claim incorrectly?
- I didn't file a claim when the crash happened, is it too late for me to get compensation?
- What are some common mistakes in auto accident claims?
- If I've already settled with insurance, can I still sue a driver for additional damages?
- I'm already negotiating with the insurer, do I still need a lawyer?
- Should I arbitrate my auto accident case?
- My car accident is already at arbitration, is it too late to speak with a lawyer?
- Why should I take a settlement rather than go to trial?
- Do I have to pay my attorney upfront?
- Do I pay my attorney if I lose my auto accident claim?
- Is it possible to win a personal injury claim without an attorney?
- Common mistakes while documenting your auto accident
- Insurance sent me an offer that wasn't fair. What should I do?
- Should I get a lawyer's opinion before agreeing to a settlement?
- What damages should I include in my demand letter?
- Is it worth it to hire an expert witness for my case?
- I left the scene because I was threatened by the other driver. Does that affect my case?
- How a lawyer can help your auto accident case without going to court?
- How long does it take for an auto accident claim to go to court?
- What to do if the at-fault driver is knowingly misleading the insurance company?
- If the insurance company wants to pay, why should I speak with a lawyer?
- What's the difference between a motorcycle and automotive personal injury lawsuit?
- Will an attorney improve my chances of winning a PI claim?
- Will I get a bigger settlement with a personal injury attorney?
- Should I hire an attorney even if my claim will be low?
- Should I hire a trial attorney or a litigation attorney for my auto accident personal injury case?
- Can I file for other types of compensation?
- When is It better to settle my auto accident personal injury case out of court?
- What types of auto accident injuries are most likely to get me compensation?
- Should I still hire an attorney even if my claim will be low?
- Should I join a class action lawsuit or file individually?
- Will defendant’s insurance company file appeal after my claim?
- How long can I wait to file a claim after a crash?
- If a Swift driver hit me, do I sue him or the company?*
- Can I file a wrongful death claim on behalf of a family member killed in a car crash?
- Can I get additional damages after a claim is settled?
- Does it matter what state I was in an auto accident when filling a PI claim?
- Do I need to file a claim in my state if a crash happened out of state?
- Do I need to go to court for an out-of-state personal injury case?
- Can two parties sue the same driver at once?
- Can I file a claim if I was in a car crash off-road?
- Can I file a claim on behalf of passengers in my car?
- Do I need to call the police after an auto accident?
- Can I file a claim after a minor car crash?
- Can an attorney speed up the process of getting a settlement?
- Things to keep in mind when filing a claim for "invisible” injuries
- Can a jury reduce my auto accident settlement?
- A driver asks me to not contact insurance—Should I?
- I only have partial insurance information on the other driver. Would that affect my claim?
- What Should I Tell My Insurance Company after the Accident?
- I've Been Offered a Settlement. Should I Take It?
- Should I File Against A Driver Who Claims They Can't Pay?
- Should I Sign a Medical Authorization Form?
- Does Having a Car Lease Affect My Claim?
- What Should I Do If a Claims Adjuster Calls After A Crash?
- Is an Auto Accident Settlement Taxable?
- Is My Case Affected If the At-Fault Driver Is Severely Injured?
- Can A Driver Choose To Not Honor A Verbal Agreement?
- I am a friend of the other driver. Do I still have to sue?
- The insurance company’s PI is harassing me. What should I do?
- What should I do if insurance wants recorded statement?
- When do personal injury Cases go to federal court?
- No health insurance at time of crash. Will that alter settlement?
- The other driver had a DUI in the past. Does that affect my case?
- The other driver’s car didn’t pass inspection. Are they more liable?
- Other driver was drinking under legal limit, more liability?
- Does a medical emergency before crash affect PI case?
- I have video of my accident. Do I still need a lawyer?
- My car’s paint was damaged, can I Include that in my claim?
- My bumper was damaged. How does this affect my claim?
So were you injured in a crash? You should speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. There's no harm in getting a free evaluation today!
