Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer

Having the right personal injury lawyer representing your injury case can make a big difference in the final outcome of a claim. Many attorneys do not go the extra measure to investigate an injury claim and identify all negligent parties, often accepting the official police reports as a complete record for pursuing damages. One of the best ways to determine who to hire as a legal counselor is having a list of specific questions beforehand that can serve as information gathering tools. Not all personal injury lawyers are equal in comprehensive representation, and having an attorney who has handled similar cases is important.

What areas of law do you practice?

This may be the most important of all questions a potential client can ask an attorney. Legal applications can be complicated and misunderstood by the injured client. Trust is vital in being compensated equitably when you must depend on your legal representative for an effective explanation when cases get difficult. Personal injury law can also be a very complicated legal field when negligent respondents are defending a case, and at Briggle & Polan, PLLC we are focused on protecting all legal compensation rights of our clients.

How big is your caseload?

Personal injury attorneys with a huge caseload are not always a bad choice. The fact the law firm has a significant number of clients can mean they are very effective and diligent legal professionals. However, some cases require an attorney who will go the extra distance in representing their clients, and case investigations always take time. Injured claimants need results and do not want to be sold short in a quick settlement negotiation. We give all of our clients complete attention to their case, especially when the claim involves serious injury.

Will you take my case to court if necessary?

Any valid personal injury claim could find its way to court when the respondent or the responsible insurance company is strongly defending an injury claim. It is not unusual for serious injury cases or a wrongful death action to include a full trial because punitive damages can be awarded and many times multiple defendants are being pursued. A sympathetic jury can award punitive damages when a case involves egregious or illegal behavior by a negligent driver. We demand full recompense for our clients at Briggle & Polan, PLLC including a trial when needed.

What is your contingency fee?

Contingency fees for representing personal injury claims are generally restricted in some instances, and you will find our representation fees competitive and in line with acceptable guidelines. And, when you receive no settlement, there is no fee. So, when an attorney is willing to accept a case, there is always an excellent opportunity for compensation on some level. This helps the client know when they have a valid expectation of significant settlement, along with keeping the courts rid of frivolous claims that lack merit.

Never let an insurance company deny you full compensation for any personal injury. It is always vital to have an experienced Austin lawyer like our professionals at Briggle & Polan, PLLC who will evaluate your injury claim for all potential negligent parties and work diligently for a maximum settlement. Contact our law firm today and arrange a free consultation!